This post is sponsored by Olay.
With the beauty of colorful fall foliage and the magic chill of winter white rooftops, arrives an unexpected dryness in the air that makes it tough for skin to stay dewy and moisturized. With that, we need a little help from products that will aid in fighting those pesky winter flakes and to ensure the only flakes in sight are ones made of snow. My skin has always been sensitive, not only due to the winter’s frigid winds, but also the city’s polluted air, acne hormones, and stress. With all of these factors piling up during one season, it doesn’t always make for the best complexion.
Sensitive Skin
This winter my skin is particularly dry, as most of you know I am on a medication that I have to take for 4 – 6 months to treat severe acne. One of its side effects is intensely dry flaky skin that causes your lips to tear and your nose to bleed. I am on month 4 of treatment where my skin typically should be at its dryest, but I asked my dermatologist if Olay’s Ultra Rich Moisturizer would help and I have been using it for a month ever since she gave me her stamp of approval.
With no fragrance, no parabens, no mineral oils or synthetic dyes, I knew the thick creamy ingredients in it would help firm and hydrate. Made with shea butter, Olay Ultra Rich Moisturizer has a thick formula that melts into the skin to provide 24 hours of rich hydration to protect against the cold weather.
After using it for a month and applying before bed, my skin feels firmer and more balanced. The dryness I used to have around my mouth is gone and I love I can apply makeup on my skin without worrying about having to hide flaky patches. Highly, highly recommend!
Try it for yourself and watch your skin transform overnight!
When I Use
One invaluable change I’ve made as an adult is moisturizing my skin each and every night before bed. I have noticed such a difference in my complexion when I wake up after this moisturizer has worked its magic while I sleep. My skin has been given its bounce back and looks healthy even without make-up. So I recommend keeping it by your bedside so you never forget this important step!
Where to Buy
I love that I can find my favorite cream on the shelf at the store and not have a receipt of over $300, the price point of some of Olay’s competitors. I don’t know if you guys agree, but drug stores have some sneaky good beauty finds if you know where to look. 👀 Just be sure to keep your eye out for that Red Jar! You can also shop the Ultra Rich Moisturizer now on Olay.com
All of these images are unfiltered & unedited so you can see my true completion after my skin transformation using Olay this month. Have you started using Olay to protect your skin during these winter months?
Would love to hear what you think!