Every October the same thing happens. The beach towels go back in the cupboard, and the sunscreen goes with them. It feels logical: the days are shorter, the light is softer, and nobody is getting a tan.
But daylight doesn't switch off in winter. It just gets quieter.
What reaches your skin in winter
- UVA is there all year. UVB (the rays that burn) drops in winter, but UVA stays fairly steady from season to season, and it's the part linked to long-term changes in the skin.
- Clouds don't stop it. A lot of UV gets through a grey sky, so an overcast day still counts.
- Neither do windows. Ordinary glass lets UVA through, so a desk by the window or a long drive is still daylight on your face.
- The city adds its own stress. Pollution and dry indoor air ask a lot of your skin barrier in the colder months.
None of this is a reason to worry. It's a reason to add one small step to your morning.
The winter morning, in two steps
Hydrate. Press 2–3 drops of Nectar Deep Hydration Serum into skin that's still slightly damp.
Protect. Finish with Astris City Sunscreen. It's light enough to wear under everything and shields against UVA/UVB and city pollution.
That's it. Two steps, every morning, all year. If your skin feels dry from the heating, add Harma between the two.
Small habits that help
- Keep your sunscreen next to your toothbrush, not in the beach bag.
- Use enough: about two finger-lengths for face and neck.
- Reapply if you're outdoors for long, skiing, or near snow, which reflects a lot of light.
The two steps, in one set
Everyday Heroes puts Nectar and Astris together: hydration and daily protection, in two steps. It's also our favorite gift for the one who "doesn't do skincare".
Winter skin doesn't need a new routine. It needs the same one, kept going.
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