How to Transition Your Skincare Into Winter (Without Overcomplicating It)
As the weather cools and the humidity drops, your skin starts sending signals that it needs a little extra care. At Platinum Cosmetics, we help clients adjust their routines each season — and winter is one of the most important times to make changes.
If your skin feels tighter, flakier, or more reactive than usual, you’re not alone. Here’s how we recommend transitioning your skincare into winter — gently, effectively, and without overdoing it.
Why Winter Is Hard on Your Skin
Between cold wind, indoor heating, and low humidity, winter can disrupt your skin’s natural balance. You may notice:
Flaking or dry patches
Redness and increased sensitivity
A rough or dull texture
Products stinging that never used to
A sudden loss of that “glow”
The skin barrier needs support in winter — and most routines built for summer or spring won’t cut it.
Simple Adjustments to Make for Winter Skin
1. Switch to a Cream Cleanser
Foaming or gel cleansers can strip the skin when humidity drops. A cream or milk cleanser will clean effectively without compromising your barrier.
2. Use a Richer Moisturiser
Winter calls for barrier support. Look for creams with ceramides, squalane, or fatty acids — ingredients that lock in moisture and prevent trans-epidermal water loss.
Explore our skin care options tailored for seasonal shifts.
3. Cut Back on Exfoliation
Skin turnover naturally slows in winter, but over-exfoliating will only inflame already sensitive skin. Reduce acid use to 1x per week (or less) and avoid harsh scrubs altogether.
4. Add Hydration Layers
A hydrating serum or essence under your moisturiser can help trap more water in the skin. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, panthenol, or beta-glucan.
5. SPF Still Matters
Yes, even in winter. UVA rays (the ones that cause ageing) are present year-round. Daily SPF is still essential — especially post-treatment.
What Treatments Are Ideal in Winter?
Winter is actually the best time to begin or continue:
Laser resurfacing (less sun = safer healing)
Skin needling for texture or scarring
Deep hydration facials to support the barrier
Pigmentation correction (which often worsens in summer)
We can build a seasonal treatment plan around your skin’s needs and your calendar.
Book a Winter Skin Consultation in Port Melbourne
If your skin is already feeling the change in weather — or if you want to get ahead of it — we’re here to help. Book a consultation and we’ll create a personalised plan to support your skin all winter long, without the guesswork.