Here are the best products to soothe and pamper dry skin all winter: Heaters are not helping – oregonlive.com

Youve given up a lot during the coronavirus pandemic, but skincare is not an optional sacrifice. Its time to treat yourself to soothing products to ease dry, winter skin.

Lotions, body butters and face and body masks have been shown to hydrate skin and frankly, deliver much-needed pampering.

Yet, skincare is more than softer hands and looking and feeling good. You shouldnt ignore signs of severely dry, cracked and painfully itchy skin, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association. Read> Everyday care tips

Heather McKinley-Brown, an esthetician who co-owns BInspired Studio, a boutique hair salon and skincare studio in Ashland, sees a silver lining in working at home and not socializing to reduce the spread of Covid-19.

Since were all at home, try giving your skin a break from wearing makeup and allow your skin to breathe, says McKinley-Brown, who recommends skincare products that are gluten-, sulfate- and fragrance-free or naturally scented.

Here are solutions to protect your skin all winter long, no matter how dry it gets. There are also skincare and beauty gift sets suggestions suitable to give a loved one on Valentines Day, Sunday, Feb. 14.

Youre probably already aware of these well-known brands that are great to have on hand year-round:

Eucerin Advanced Repair body lotion ($9.54 for 16.9 ounces): Apply this lotion right after youve washed your hands (because were all still doing that often, right?) and as an all-over body lotion for long-lasting moisture (Eucerin claims 48 hours of relief).

Tree Hut 24-hour, intense hydrating shea body butter ($5.77 for 7 ounces): Over 10,000 5-star ratings agree, this tub of 100% pure natural shea body butter made in the U.S. is the best way to keep your skin hydrated. The skin conditioner found in safflower seeds keeps your skin soft and glowing, and comes in a variety of scents, including coconut and lime, almond and honey, moroccan rose and more.

SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture ($63 for 2 ounces): Intense hydration and minimizing your pores at the same time? Sign me up. Vitamin E and nutrient-rich algae extracts work to soften and replenish your skin, while seven botanical extracts claim to reduce the look of your pores when you use this lightweight and long-lasting moisturizer.

The Ulta Beauty online shop makes it easy to search moisturizers by brand, skin type, concern such as dryness, redness, signs of aging, dark spots and uneven skin tone as well as preference for ingredients that are vegan, mineral, cruelty free, paragon free, sulfate free, gluten free, silicone free and oil free.

Dermstore offers skincare and beauty products, including from brands SkinCeuticals, La Roche-Posay, Dermalogica and Obagi.

Why is skin dry and flaky in the winter? Cold temperatures and less humidity, say dermatologists. Indoor heaters and hot air makes conditions worse. Some people suffer from painful skin in all seasons.

Cortizone 10 intensive healing anti-itch creme ($7.28 for 2 ounces): Cortisone cream may come in a small bottle, but it packs a big punch. This topical steroid is the tried and true cream for eczema, psoriasis and plain old itchy, dry skin. Vitamins A and E help provide 24-hour moisturizing itch relief.

Aquaphor Healing Ointment ($13.74 for 14 ounces): This product is packed with petroleum, making it the perfect multipurpose ointment for dry or cracked skin, chapped lips, cracked cuticles, dry feet and more. Leave it on overnight to really reap the benefits.

First Aid Beautys Ultra Repair Cream for intense hydration ($36 for 6 ounces): This cream can be used on all skin types, but is especially great for those with dry, flaky skin. Apply it to your skin once or twice a day to get a punch of colloidal oatmeal, shea butter, ceramide 3 and the FAB antioxidant boosters delivered straight to your parched skin.

>See more Ulta beauty prestige skincare and bath and body products.

Eczema Honey makes safe, nontoxic, soothing products specifically for people with eczema such as Gentle Oatmeal and Lavender Soap ($8.95 for a 3.3 ounce bar).

Mother Dirt offers Probiotic Moisturizing Serum with ingredients like squalane and coconut to nourish and hydrate, and a blend of probiotic extracts to repair and restore skin for a healthier-looking complexion.

Kidskin, a family-run skincare brand, offers sensitive skin and sun-care products for kids, pre-teens and teens.

A skincare mask can ease signs of anti-aging and moisturize while you close your eyes and relax. Whats not to love about that?

Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Mask ($39 for 2.5 ounces): While all of the above creams and moisturizers are left on, this hydrating mask from Dermalogica is meant to be washed off seven to 10 minutes after you apply it to your face and neck. Use this one just once or twice a week; thats all it takes for soft, smooth skin.

Foot Peel Mask ($27.95 less $3 Amazon coupon for 3.2 ounces): If dry, cracked feet are your main concern, this could be the solution for you. Just slip the included booties on your feet and let the mask do its magic. All of your dull, dry skin will peel off over the next two weeks leaving your feet baby soft and smooth.

BareMinerals has vegan skincare for all skin types, including hydrating and purifying clay masks (a set with two full-size masks plus two travel-size is on sale at $24, an $11 discount).

Sephora has top brands and best-selling skincare, beauty products and tools.

Dry air is a killer for your skin and it dries out your eyes, making it hard to read your favorite best-seller.

Pure Enrichment MistAire Ultrasonic cool m humidifier ($39.99): Cut out dry skin at the source with this humidifier and its 1.5-liter water tank, which will fill your room with moisture for up to 16 hours at a time.

Find facial steamers on Amazon, Bed Bath & Beyond and Walmart.

Dyson Pure Humidify+Cool fan ($799.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond): The whole-room, three-in-one machine it purifies, humidifies and cools you also has fully sealed HEPA filters that capture allergens, pollutants and odors.

>Dyson.com is having a purifier sale with up to 24% off while supplies last.

Skincare gift sets can be presented to a loved one for Valentines Day or kept to treat you.

Origins natural skincare gift sets offer products for men to calm, hydrate and reduce redness. Check out the best-selling skincare products for women. Receive 20% off plus a six-piece skincare gift on order of $65 or more through Feb. 14 and 15% off your first order and free shipping by enrolling in emails.

Nordstrom skincare offerings include a Slip Pure silk pillowcase (starting at $89), which is recommended by dermatologists, plastic surgeons, hairdressers and beauty experts. The online store also has an Estee Lauder Advance Night Repair Regimen set ($110 plus a gift), Creme de la Mer moisturizing cream (starting at $95) and Noshinku travel-size, eucalyptus hand sanitizer ($10).

Shiseido lets you enjoy a free, customized skincare consultation before deciding on skincare sets for eyes, lips, necks, hands and body.

Birchbox subscribers receive a monthly box, personalized for men and women, with an assortment of new skincare, hair and other products to test out along with tips on how to use them.

GlossyBox delivers five beauty products, plus treats, trends and tips, each month in a pink box.

Giftcards.com lets you instantly send a gift card for beauty products and other treats.

Dollar Shave Club has razors and grooming products. Take the get-started quiz.

Man Crates offers a selection of more than 150 custom gift kits and crates. Take 15% off a best seller.

The Art of Shaving has high-end mens shaving and skincare accessories.

Janet Eastman with Katey Clifford, eCommerce reporter

503-294-4072 | jeastman@oregonian.com | @janeteastman

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