The Winter Body Ritual for Hydrated, Resilient Skin
THE RITUAL
1. Start with Warmth
Begin with a warm shower or a basin steam. The goal is softness. Warmth prepares the skin to receive moisture and helps every step that follows settle more deeply.
2. Gentle Dry Brush
If your skin tolerates it, use a natural-fiber brush in light, upward strokes. This encourages circulation and removes surface dryness without over-exfoliating.
Try it with: Esker Dry Brush
3. Nourishing Cleanse
Choose a creamy or hydrating body wash that respects the skin barrier. Winter rewards formulas that cushion rather than foam.
Try it with: Oribe Cote d'Azur Replenishing Body Wash
4. The Oil Layer
Apply a botanical oil while the skin is still slightly damp. Press it in slowly. Warmth from the hands helps the oil absorb, leaving a soft, luminous finish.
Try it with: Osea Undaria Algae Body Oil
5. The Cream Layer
Follow with a richer cream or balm, focusing on areas that tend to dry first such as shins, arms, and hands. This step locks in moisture and creates lasting softness.
Try it with: Costa Brazil Body Cream
6. Soft Scent (Optional)
Choose an oil-based fragrance and apply it close to the skin. Winter favors scents that feel intimate and atmospheric rather than bright or diffusive.
Try it with: D.S. & Durga Pistachio Eau de Parfum
7. Textile Moment
End with a robe or loungewear piece that feels grounding. Natural fibers help the skin breathe and complete the sense of warmth.
Try it with: OAS Mocha Ember Long Robe
HERBE. TIP:
Winter asks the body to slow down. The air dries, the skin tightens, and evenings stretch a little longer, creating space for a ritual that restores. This is a simple practice built around warmth, hydration, and touch. Each step is gentle and intentional, with textures that support the skin through colder months. The formulas featured here are cruelty-free and vegan, selected for their quiet integrity and the way they honor both the body and its environment. Choose what feels grounding. Leave the rest.
Cover image courtesy of: DPAGES
