How to Layer Skincare in Cold Weather

Cold air and indoor heat pull moisture from the skin, so winter is the season to be deliberate about layering.

Start with a gentle, hydrating cleanser, then a water-based serum while the skin is slightly damp. Follow with a cream or balm that seals without feeling greasy.

If you use actives like retinol or acids, sandwich them between hydrating layers on nights when your skin feels tight.

Finish every morning with SPF—UVA passes through clouds and windows year-round.