Circadian Skincare: Repairing Winter Skin While You Sleep

• Our skin follows a circadian rhythm, dictating protection during the day and repair at night, crucial for winter skincare.
• Cold air, indoor heating, and low humidity in winter challenge skin resilience, making aligned nighttime routines essential for recovery.
• Dr. Varshini Reddy explains that circadian skincare personalizes regimens for day and night, with skin focusing on defense by day and repair by night.
• Dr. Rashmi Sriram recommends night-time ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, niacinamide, and colloidal oatmeal for repair and barrier recovery.
• Dr. Abhishek Pilani suggests a gentle, layered, barrier-focused winter night routine, including mild cleanser, hydrating toner, treatment serums, ceramide-rich moisturizer, and environmental support like a humidifier.

Why It Matters: Aligning winter skincare with the skin's natural circadian rhythm enhances repair and resilience.