Winter brings more than just cozy nights and hot chocolate; it also introduces a formidable enemy to our skin: dehydration. Cold outdoor air and dry indoor heating can strip our skin of its natural moisture, leading to many issues. But fear not! With the right approach, you can transform your skin from winter-weary to wonderfully hydrated.
Laceleaf MedSpa’s winter skin treatments in Wesley Chapel can ensure your skin is refreshed and hydrated throughout the cold winter. Intense pulse light (IPL), laser skin resurfacing, RF microneedling skin treatments, PRX Derm Perfexion, and acne scar treatments can help protect your skin from the impact of colder weather.
Why the Colder Months Take a Toll on Your Skin
As the temperatures start to drop in the winter, so does the humidity in the air. Lower humidity levels mean a lack of moisture, causing your skin to lose water more rapidly, causing dehydration and dryness. When your skin becomes dehydrated, it is more prone to cracking and peeling. The dry air can make your skin tight and uncomfortable, especially on the face, lips, and hands.
During the colder months, your skin produces less sebum, the natural oil that protects it from becoming dry and flaky. A lack of sebum production can cause the skin to lose its protective barrier, increasing the likelihood of dryness, irritation, and redness. Prolonged exposure to dry indoor heating significantly reduces skin hydration and can lead to flaky, itchy skin.
Limited sun exposure during winter can reduce your skin’s natural vitamin D production, resulting in a dull or pale complexion. Exposure to cold air and strong winds can strip away the skin’s natural oils, causing chapped skin and increased sensitivity. Skin redness and windburn are common when the skin’s outer layer is damaged.
The Best Skin Treatments for Healthy Winter Skin
At Laceleaf MedSpa, our professional skin treatments can address specific skin concerns and rejuvenate your complexion for the holidays. From skin dryness and flakiness to cracked lips and dull complexion, the cold winter months can wreak havoc on your skin.
Radiofrequency (RF) micro-needling, intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy, laser skin resurfacing, PRX Derm Perfexion, and acne treatments can help keep your skin healthy and glowing this winter.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy
Intense pulsed light (IPL) is a skin treatment that uses light energy to target skin pigmentation, redness, and uneven skin tones. IPL therapy is relatively popular for being a non-invasive skin treatment that improves overall skin clarity without surgery.
Similar to laser treatments, IPL therapy is a more gentle skin treatment that typically requires more sessions than laser therapy. However, the recovery from laser therapy is more intense and longer than that of IPL skin treatments.
The benefits of IPL therapy during the winter include:
- Reduces skin redness from cold weather
- Boosts collagen production
- Treats pigmentation and sunspots from summer sun exposure
- Reduces fine wrinkles and spider veins
Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is ideal for stretch marks, skin redness, hyperpigmentation, fine wrinkles, discoloration, and unwanted hair.
Radiofrequency (RF) Microneedling
Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling combines traditional microneedling with radiofrequency waves to stimulate collagen and elastin production. Tiny needles deliver radiofrequency energy into the targeted tissue under the skin, stimulating the growth of smoother and thicker skin. This regeneration helps to improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and overall skin elasticity.
During the winter months especially, RF micro-needling can help:
- Repair winter-damaged skin by promoting regeneration
- Tighten and firm skin
- Address skin sagging caused by dryness
- Minimize fine lines and wrinkles
Due to dry conditions, fine lines and wrinkles can become more prominent during the winter. RF microneedling treatments at Laceleaf MedSpa are ideal for addressing early signs of aging and rejuvenating skin texture.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing treatments use focused beams of light energy to remove layers of damaged skin. These treatments counteract the effects of aging, sun damage, acne, scars, and hyperpigmentation by promoting the growth of healthier, more youthful-looking skin.
Resurfacing laser treatments are much less invasive than chemical peels and dermabrasion, yet they still remove damaged skin and rejuvenate its appearance. The two types of laser resurfacing treatments at Laceleaf MedSpa are:
- Ablative Laser Resurfacing
- Non-Ablative Resurfacing
Ablative laser treatments penetrate the skin more deeply, removing a layer of skin. This type of laser resurfacing produces more dramatic results and longer recovery time but requires fewer treatments.
Non-ablative laser treatments use laser energy to tighten the skin and stimulate collagen growth without burning the skin tissue. Non-ablative resurfacing is a less invasive treatment, requiring more sessions and less downtime. Laser resurfacing treatments might be the perfect solution if you’re looking to:
- Treat fine lines, wrinkles, or uneven skin texture
- Address winter skin dullness through cell turnover
- Improve skin hydration
Ablative and non-ablative resurfacing treatments are ideal for patients with scars, wrinkles, age spots, and uneven skin pigmentation.
PRX Derm Perfexion
PRX Derm Perfexion is the only globally patented treatment formulated with 33% trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and hydrogen peroxide that is needle-free. This chemical-peel-like treatment offers an alternative for skin revitalization without the skin peeling.
PRX treatments stimulate the skin’s deeper dermal and basal layers to stimulate regeneration for healthier-looking skin. The cold weather can cause the skin to become dull, irritated, flaky, and cracked. This reverse peel treatment offers many benefits for winter’s effects on the skin, including:
- Hydrates and plumps the skin
- Restores skin radiance
- Strengthens the skin’s barrier
For individuals looking for brighter, tighter, and more hydrated-looking skin, PRX Derm Perfexion might be the answer. PRX Derm Perfexion no-peel treatments are an excellent solution for almost any skin health concern. They provide a gentle, non-invasive, yet effective treatment for skin rejuvenation through stimulating collagen production.
Laser Resurfacing and RF Microneedling in Wesley Chapel, FL
Winter can be harsh on the skin, leading to irritation, dryness, chapped lips, and a dull appearance. Laceleaf MedSpa has the perfect skin treatments to rejuvenate and hydrate your skin this holiday season.
We have what you need if you’re looking for hydrating and moisturizing skincare products for all skin types! Shop our online store for medical-grade skincare ready to be shipped today.
Call to schedule an appointment for RF microneedling IPL therapy and laser resurfacing treatments in Wesley Chapel, FL.
References:
- American Academy of Dermatology Association, 2023. Cold weather and your skin.
- WebMD, 2024. Intense Pulsed Light (ILP) Treatment.
- Healthline, 2021. All About Radiofrequency Microneedling.
- Cleveland Clinic, 2021. Laser Skin Resurfacing.