Desert science meets holiday season survival.
The holidays are here - aka the prettiest (and driest) time of the year. Between colder weather, indoor heating, travel, cocktails, and marathon glam moments, your skin is working overtime. So we created the ultimate 760-approved guide to keep your glow hydrated, balanced, and effortlessly beautiful all season long.
Whether you’re hopping between parties or cozying up fireside, consider this your playbook for dewy, desert-proof skin.
1. Hydration starts on the inside (yes, even in between cocktails).
Alcohol pulls moisture from the skin, so build in hydrating moments throughout the night.
Pro tip: Alternate cocktails with water or electrolyte-rich drinks to replenish minerals your skin needs to hold onto moisture. Your complexion will thank you the next morning.
2. Enjoy everything… then reset the next morning.
We fully support indulging in festive treats and late nights. But when you wake up puffy or dull, it’s your lymphatic system asking for help.
A quick gua sha session + a cold plunge for your face (ice water bowl = instant refresh) helps stimulate circulation, reduce puffiness, and support lymphatic drainage so your features look snatched again.
3. Double down on your barrier care (this is the big one).
Cold weather + indoor heat = a moisture-stealing combo. Your barrier gets dry, tight, or sensitive faster this time of year.
This is your sign to layer like a pro:
4. Choose a cleanser that doesn’t strip.
This season is not the time for harsh foaming cleansers. Look for gentle gel or creamy formulas that lift away makeup and impurities without disrupting the skin barrier.
A good rule: if your skin feels “squeaky,” it’s too drying.
5. Hydrate before the party.
Think of it like skin pre-gaming. A well-hydrated face holds makeup better, looks smoother, and bounces back faster the next day.
Apply a hydrating serum and a solid moisturizer a few hours before glam - your future self (and your makeup artist) will be forever grateful.
6. Make a humidifier part of your holiday décor.
Your heater is pulling moisture out of the air 24/7, which means it’s pulling moisture from you, too.
Add a small humidifier to your nightstand or desk. Even a few hours of added humidity at night can help prevent dry patches, flakiness, and tightness.
7. Bonus tip: Don’t forget your lips.
Winter is lip balm season. Low humidity and indoor heating dehydrate lips fast.
Use a nourishing balm throughout the day, and apply a thicker layer before bed to prevent overnight moisture loss. (Sunkiss Desert Butter Balm is ready.)
