3 Simple Acne Hacks to Survive the Holidays (And This Freezing Weather!)
Can we talk about how the holidays are basically a perfect storm for our skin? Between the cold, dry air, rich food at every gathering, travel stress, and approximately zero sleep, our faces are staging a full rebellion right now.
But here's the good news: I've got 3 ridiculously simple hacks that'll help keep your skin clear through New Year's without adding another complicated thing to your already overflowing plate.
HACK #1: DOUBLE CLEANSE LIKE YOUR SKIN DEPENDS ON IT
I know you're exhausted after that holiday party, but hear me out.
When you see "pre-cleanse" on a product label? USE IT. That first cleanse removes all the makeup, SPF, holiday cookie crumbs (no judgment), and environmental gunk from your day.
The second cleanse actually penetrates your skin to do the real work.
Think of it like this: you wouldn't mop a dirty floor without sweeping first, right? Same concept for your face.
This is especially crucial right now when we're bouncing between freezing outdoor air and dry indoor heat. Your skin is already working overtime; help it out with a proper cleanse.
HACK #2: ICE, ICE BABY
This sounds too simple to work, but trust me on this one.
Wrap an ice cube in a paper towel (no direct contact; we're not trying to freeze your face off!) and gently glide it over your skin for a few minutes.
This is magical for:
Reducing inflammation from those stress breakouts
Calming redness after too much hot cocoa and wine
Tightening pores before a holiday event
Making you feel like you have your life together (even if you definitely don't)
It takes 2 minutes. You have 2 minutes. Do it while the kids are destroying the living room with wrapping paper.
HACK #3: HYDRATION SANDWICH IS YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND
Here's the pro tip that changed everything for me: use ALL hydrating products with only ONE exfoliating product at night.
This cold, dry weather is already stripping moisture from your skin. When your skin gets dehydrated, it overproduces oil to compensate, which leads to... you guessed it, MORE BREAKOUTS.
Layer those hydrating products like you're insulating your house for winter. We just launched a dreamy cream-based moisturizer that's perfect for this, plus a targeted treatment that's a bit stronger with actives specifically for acne.
Your skin will be plump, happy, and way less angry.
THE REAL TALK
Listen, I get it. You're juggling family, work, holiday chaos, and trying to remember if you fed the dog this morning.
But here's the thing: prevention is SO much easier than correction. These three simple hacks take less time than scrolling Instagram and will keep your skin from staging a full mutiny in your holiday photos.
Your skin is the only one you've got. Let's treat it right.
Wishing you the merriest Christmas and a gorgeous, glowing New Year! 🎄✨
Need help figuring out exactly what your skin needs? That's what I'm here for. Let's get you clear and confident for 2026.
