Cold weather

Hydration vs moisture: What’s the difference?

When the temperatures drop, keeping skin soft, glowing, and healthy can feel like a challenge. The secret? It’s all about balancing hydration and moisture. These two often get mixed up, but each plays a unique role in winter skincare. Let’s break it down and look at how products like Summer Dew’s Radiance Facial Oil and Bliss Face Wash can help your skin stay naturally radiant and healthy.

• Hydration adds water to the skin’s deeper layers. Hydrating ingredients pull water into skin cells, making skin look plump and refreshed. Think of ingredients like aloe vera and hyaluronic acid—they’re like a cool glass of water for your skin.

• Moisture is about sealing in that hydration. Moisturizers create a barrier on the skin, protecting it from drying out. This step is especially important in the winter when cold air and indoor heating pull moisture away from your skin. Oils and butters work well here, helping to lock in hydration and reinforce the skin’s barrier.

The trick to glowing winter skin? Hydrate first, then lock it in with moisture. It’s like giving your skin a drink and then setting up a cozy blanket to keep it warm.

Winter demands a gentler touch with your cleanser, and Summer Dew’s Bliss Face Wash was made to cleanse while adding hydration back to the skin.

• Aloe Vera: A natural hydrator that keeps skin soft and soothed.

• Squalane: Adds a bit of moisture even as it cleanses. It’s lightweight but powerful, and mimics the skin’s natural oils, ensuring your skin feels refreshed, not tight or dry.

Bliss Face Wash is ideal for winter—it cleans without stripping, leaving your skin prepped for hydration and moisture.

Our Radiance Facial Oil was made for winter skincare. Packed with oils like rosehip, green caviar and jojoba, it’s designed to seal in hydration while adding deep nourishment to keep your skin soft and glowing.

• Rosehip Oil: Rich in vitamins A and C, rosehip oil brightens the skin and supports collagen, giving you that natural winter glow

• Green caviar-A super ingredient rich in amino acids and vitamins—to give your skin a boost of hydration and elasticity. Green caviar is like nature’s little secret for a plump, resilient complexion.

• Jojoba Oil: Lightweight and full of vitamins E and B, jojoba oil absorbs easily and closely mimics the skin’s natural sebum, helping balance oil production while sealing in moisture.

Apply Radiance as the last step in your routine, after you’ve hydrated. A few drops pressed into damp skin make all the difference in keeping your skin radiant and resilient.

Winter Skincare Tips to Balance Hydration and Moisture

Here are a few other easy ways to keep your skin happy all season:

1. Layer Your Hydration First: After cleansing, apply a hydrating serum, then lock it in with your moisturizer or facial oil.

2. Stay Hydrated: Winter air can be dry, and so can indoor heating, so make sure to drink plenty of water each day.

3. Use a Humidifier: Adding moisture to the air can make a huge difference for your skin.

4. Eat Hydrating Foods: Foods like avocados, chia seeds, and berries support skin from the inside out.

With a little extra care, your skin can stay beautifully hydrated, protected, and glowing all winter long.