Winter Sun and Indoor Heating: Dual Threats to Skin This Holiday Season

The holiday season is full of joy, festivities, and travel—but your skin faces unique challenges during the winter months. Even though temperatures drop, winter sun can still damage your skin, while indoor heating can strip it of moisture. At DERMAGNIFY in Ponte Vedra Beach, Dr. Mark Cappel and his team are here to help you protect, nourish, and glow through the holidays.

1. Don’t Underestimate Winter Sun

It’s easy to think sun protection isn’t needed when it’s cold or cloudy outside, but UV rays are still active in winter. Snow can reflect up to 80% of UV light, increasing exposure risk. This can lead to premature aging, pigmentation, and even skin cancer. Make a daily habit of applying broad-spectrum SPF 30+, especially on your face, neck, and hands.

2. Combat Dryness from Indoor Heating

Central heating keeps homes warm, but it also removes moisture from the air, leaving skin dry and itchy. Switch to richer moisturizers, incorporate hydrating serums, and consider using a humidifier in bedrooms or living spaces to restore moisture balance.

3. Protect Sensitive Areas

Areas like lips, under-eyes, and hands are especially vulnerable to winter damage. Use hydrating lip balms, nourishing eye creams, and hand creams throughout the day to prevent cracking and irritation.

4. Professional Treatments for Winter Skin

Winter is an ideal time to invest in professional skincare treatments since sun exposure is lower and downtime is easier to manage. Options like Exion microneedling, Opus Plasma, or Ellacor can repair sun damage, improve texture, and boost radiance—so your skin enters the new year looking its best.

5. Maintain Your Routine

Even during the holidays, consistency is key. Stick to a gentle cleansing, moisturizing, and SPF routine, and avoid over-exfoliating. Small, consistent steps make a big difference in keeping your skin healthy and glowing.

Stay Festive and Flawless at DERMAGNIFY

This holiday season, don’t let winter sun or indoor heating steal your glow. From professional treatments to personalized skincare guidance, Dr. Cappel and the DERMAGNIFY team are here to help your skin look radiant, healthy, and protected.