Made for prairie winters
Answer 8 quick questions about your skin, your day and your budget. We'll build a 2–3 step routine with gentle, fragrance-free basics you can order on Amazon.ca.
Cold air outside and dry heated air inside can leave skin feeling tight. Our routines lean on richer creams and a protective final layer.
Every routine is 2 or 3 steps. Pick the time you actually have and we'll keep it that simple.
We recommend widely available, fragrance-free basics. We don't make our own products (yet), and we'll always tell you when a link earns us a commission.
The quiz
This quiz gives general cosmetic skincare suggestions, not medical advice. If your skin is cracked, bleeding, very itchy or not improving, please see a pharmacist, doctor or dermatologist.
Winter skin guides
Moisturizers work best on damp skin. Pat dry (don't rub) and apply your cream right away to help seal in water.
Sources: Canadian Dermatology Association: Dry Skin; CBC News, Feb 2024.
The Canadian Dermatology Association suggests avoiding fragrance, synthetic or natural, in skincare and laundry products when skin is dry. "Unscented" and "fragrance-free" aren't always the same, so check the label.
Source: Canadian Dermatology Association.
The CDA lists ingredients that are helpful for dry skin, including glycerin, hyaluronic acid, dimethicone, petrolatum, mineral oil, urea, lactic acid and some natural oils such as sunflower seed oil.
Source: Canadian Dermatology Association.
A humidifier can help put moisture back into dry winter air. Cotton and silk fabrics are gentler than scratchy wool against dry skin, and gloves outdoors help protect hands from cold and wind.
Source: Canadian Dermatology Association.
Moisturize hands after every wash with a fragrance-free product, and wear gloves for wet chores like dishes and cleaning.
Source: Canadian Dermatology Association.
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FAQ
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No. Our routines are general cosmetic suggestions for everyday dry skin. For skin that is cracked, bleeding, very itchy or not getting better, talk to a pharmacist, doctor or dermatologist.
Because a routine you'll actually do beats a perfect one you won't. Cleanse gently, moisturize well, and protect.
UV rays are still around in winter, and snow reflects sunlight. Many of our morning routines include a moisturizer with SPF for that reason.
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