Beating Cold and Flu Season
My friends, I’m here to help you through this difficult time when a lack of sick days and general adulting force you to leave your sick cave and face the light of day.
Today, I’m bringing you my top tips for skincare when you’re sick and how to look great even when you feel like a used tissue, plus some tricks to avoid getting sick!
Moisturize
Dry winter air, plus constant nose blowing and hand washing, plus medications designed to dry you out equal a recipe for dry, chapped and irritated skin.
Dry skin is not only uncomfortable and even painful, it can make your complexion look dull.
Use Moisturizer: Make sure you’re maintaining your regular skincare routine while you’re sick. Or, if even getting out of bed feels like a battle, make sure you’re at least washing your face and applying a good moisturizer to keep skin from drying out.
Use a Healing Formula for Chapped Areas: Whenever I get a red, chapped nose from going through the world’s supply of Kleenex, I like to regularly dab on a healing ointment to keep skin soothed and moisturized.
Take a Break From Retinoids: If your skincare routine involves retinoid formulas, it might be a good idea to stop using them for a few days to let skin recover and avoid further irritation.
Alana Mitchell Daily Vitamin C Moisturizer
Getting a daily dose of vitamin C isn’t just good for your health, it’s good for your skin too! I formulated my daily moisturizer to include 20% antioxidant vitamin C to help fight free radicals and encourage healthy new cell growth. My moisturizer also contains 15% hyaluronic acid to shower skin in restorative hydration. Together, these ingredients also smooth fine lines and diminish signs of aging!
Ilike Organic Skin Care Rosehip Gel Mask
Ahhhh, this soothing mask cools and calms skin on contact! With vitamin C, rosehip and peppermint, it works to reduce inflammation, redness and irritation while toning and tightening skin. Plus, it gives skin moisture while nourishing it with vitamins and minerals, and evens out your skin tone for a brighter, more radiant complexion.
Alana Mitchell Quick Comeback Masque
Does your skin need a quick comeback? I’ve got you covered! My NEW mask delivers instant results by tightening, smoothing and toning skin. It works to reduce the appearance of wrinkles by improving collagen production and elasticity. Your skin will look smoother and more radiant after just one use! Perfect for erasing any signs of sickness for a fresh face!
Alana Mitchell Anti-Aging Peptide Eye Cream
I designed my powerful eye cream to include multi-peptides & anti-enzyme plant extracts to diminish fine lines and guard against future signs of aging for maximum anti-aging benefits. Plus, it’s gentle enough that even sensitive skin types can enjoy it!
HydroPeptide Eye Authority
This multitasking formula brightens tired eyes, smooths fine lines, AND diminishes dark circles! Rejuventating peptides combat the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while antioxidants restore balance and encourage cell regeneration. This formula will also help eliminate eye bags by up to 70% and dark circles by up to 89%! Great for restoring tired eyes, or for younger-looking eyes anytime!
Youngblood Eye Cream – Eye Impact Quick Recovery
Rescue tired or dull eyes with this quick-acting formula. This powerful anti-aging cream restores moisture with shea butter and hyaluronic acid and infuses skin with rebuilding antioxidants and nourishing ingredients. The result is reduced dark circles, puffy eyes and wrinkles for bright, youthful eyes!
Use a Moisturizing Sanitizer
When you’re sick (and if you’re considerate), you’re likely washing your hands a lot and using sanitizer to avoid spreading your germs everywhere.
But, all this washing and sanitizing can totally strip our hands of moisture. Especially if you’re using an alcohol based hand sanitizer.
Eminence Organics Tea Tree & Mint Hand Cleanser
This unique waterless hand cleanser is an effective and organic alternative to harsh hand sanitizers with drying alcohol. It contains naturally antibacterial and antiseptic ingredients to remove bacteria and germs without sacrificing moisture. It also soothes irritation and inflammation and infuses skin with regenerating nutrients!