Don't hit the slopes without this skin protectant

It’s 2pm the Friday before Christmas, which means holiday break is officially underway! We never travel this time of year since my husband and I are from up North and everyone comes down to Florida to see us, but we’re definitely in the minority. I wish we were headed to colder climes since the mercury has yet to dip below 60—and if I was the first skincare product I’d pack would be Dr. Barbara Sturm’s Ski Cream. Created in conjunction with the luxury alpine-apparel brand Perfect Moment (which I’ll admit I’m not familiar with since cold-weather balance sports and I don’t really get along), this is just what you need to shield your skin from high-altitude environmental assaults.

Created with your skin’s barrier in mind, this rich protective cream forms a barrier that insulates your skin from extreme cold, wind and the visible redness and irritation that usually come along with frigid climate conditions. The hydrating ingredients in this water-in-oil formula include shea butter, jojoba oil and sunflower extract, plus soothing edelweiss extract (maybe I should watch The Sound of Music for the thousandth time over break) and a calming blend of balloon vine and black currant oils.

So for all of you heading to Aspen, Tahoe or a fancy chalet in the Swiss Alps, use this if you don’t want to sidle up to the bar for an apres-ski cocktail all red in the face. And even if you’re staying put for the holidays, I hope everyone enjoys a little much-needed time off surrounded by family and friends! xoxo