It's no secret that cold weather and beauty aren't exactly best friends. Harsh winds from the outside combined with the heat we're typically pumping on the inside can leave the hair and body high and dry . . . but it doesn't have to.
Because no one should have to succumb to an entire season of alligator patches and split ends, we asked experts to share some of the products they use on themselves and their clients — including celebs who need to look amazing year-round — to get through the season.
From hydrating face oils [1] to innovative hair care [2], read on for 35 (yes, 35!) picks that can help you beat the Winter beauty blues (and find more ingredients to look for here [3]).
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
"I use this lip mask [4] ($20) on everyone. It melts into lips, leaving them noticeably softer. The longer you leave it, the better, but it's great as a lip balm in itself." — Justine Purdue [5], makeup artist
Nars Bronzing Powder in Laguna
"I used this bronzing powder [6] ($40) on Irina Shayk for a Vogue Mexico cover shoot. It creates a glow that warms and sculpts. The color is also great because it doesn't have a weird redness to it like some other bronzers do. I recommend applying this product with a big fluffy brush to create natural-looking tan skin." — Yuki Hayashi [7], celebrity makeup artist
Leonor Greyl Paris Huile de Magnolia
"This is a very nourishing oil [8] ($59) that can be used on the face and body. Its lightweight formula instantly softens skin and hair without leaving behind a greasy residue – perfect for taming post-hat flyaways. Plus, it's made of pure magnolia oil, and the fragrance is out of this world!" — Felix Fischer [9], celebrity hairstylist
Weleda Skin Food
"Always carry a tube of Weleda Skin Food [10] ($9) around. It's affordable and a perfect on-the-go moisturizer for hands, elbows, and so on. I know models who slap it on their faces before boarding a 10-hour flight – a Winter must have." — Sil Bruinsma [11], celebrity makeup artist
Erno Laszlo Multitask Eye Serum Mask
"The dry Winter months can puff and irritate eyes, so I am obsessed with this mask [12] ($35) to cool, soothe, and brighten the under-eye area. It makes a huge difference in just 10 minutes!" – Kelli J. Bartlett [13], director of artistry at Glamsquad
Ceramiracle First Light The Serum
"This serum from Ceramiracle [14] ($89) can be used for maintenance or as a treatment. With the weather being harsher, skin can get not only dry, but dehydrated. This serum is waterless and has a phytosqualane base, allowing it to delve deeper into the skin without disappearing upon application. You can apply a couple drops every day to maintain hydration, or you can use an entire dropper full and sleep in it to replenish what your skin has lost." – Erin K. Simmons [15], founder of Love Mascara
Wander Beauty On-the-Glow Bronzer and Illuminator
"In the Winter, skin gets dry, so adding more cream products to your routine is the key to offsetting dryness of the air. Swap out your bronzer for a cream contour, such as this multitasking stick from Wander Beauty [16] ($45) – it works wonders!" – Bartlett [17]
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
"After your face is completely clean, you want to add as much hydration back into the skin as possible. This serum from The Ordinary [18] is lightweight and penetrates deep into the skin. Hyaluronic acid can attract up to 1,000 times its weight in water, which helps your skin stay hydrated throughout the night. The best part? It's less than $7!" — Lexington Hartman [19], beauty expert
Bliss Micromagic Microdermabrasion Treatment
"This cream-based treatment [20] ($48) exfoliates with fine volcanic pumice. Although powerful, it's also super gentle and soothes with aloe and refreshing peppermint! I personally love this product during dry Winters because it significantly reduces skin buildup, pores look smaller, and skin looks and feels refreshed!" — Mariale Marrero [21], YouTube star
Cle de Peau Beaute The Foundation
"This product from Cle de Peau Beaute [22] ($250) combines top-of-the-line skin care with foundation. It revives dull complexions into skin that's glowy, dewy, and full of life. It also contains SPF to protect from the sun, so I would especially recommend if you're a Winter sport-lover." — Georgi Sandev [23], makeup artist
Luzern Force De Vie Crème Luxe
"This is the ultimate antiaging moisturizer [24] ($175) for all skin types, especially normal/dry to very dry skin, making this a fantastic Winter skin routine addition! What makes it so great is the amount of humectants that are higher up in the ingredient list. This also contributes to the skin's water balance, which is absolutely important for desquamation and optimal cell function. The majority of the key ingredients also support collagen production and oxygenation of the skin at a cellular level. This will drastically improve your skin's moisture and hydration levels at a faster rate than the majority of other moisturizers on the market. This product sinks right into your skin, making it feel so silky and never heavy or greasy!" — Sophia Porter [25], makeup and hair artist
Pili Ani Moisturizing Oil
"I'm currently using Pili Ani's moisturizing oil [26] ($125) to lock in moisture during the harsh Winter months. It keeps my skin baby soft and dewy. This is perfect for the girl who can splurge on her skincare routine." — Camara Aunique [27], celebrity makeup artist