Whether you’re visiting Steamboat Springs or you’re a local, you’ve likely experienced how brutal the Colorado winter weather can be on your skin. 

Thankfully, there are effective ways to combat dry, flaky skin — even at an elevation of 6800 feet. Let’s explore some of the best facials for infusing moisture back into your complexion.

Why Our Skin Is So Dry in Steamboat Springs

In Colorado, you’re battling two main antagonists when it comes to your skin: dry air and sunlight. 

Our dry air comes from our high elevation. In Steamboat Springs, we’re sitting at well over a mile high. When you’re this far above sea level, the air is less dense and cannot hold as much water vapor. We feel the effects of this dryness through our sweat evaporating more quickly, our lips feeling chapped (nearly constantly), and our skin not retaining moisture well. 

Then there’s the sun. In the winter, sunlight doles out a one-two punch to our skin. The first hit is related, again, to our high elevation. At higher altitudes, the atmosphere is thinner and therefore filters out less UV radiation. This means that in Steamboat Springs, you’re experiencing 30% more UV exposure than at sea level. 

This exposure is then increased by our beautiful, pillowy snow. Snow is a near perfect reflector for UV radiation, meaning you’re absorbing UV rays from the sky and ground. 

Best Facials for Hydrating Your Skin

If you’re tired of itchy, tight, or peeling skin on your face, there are several ways to nourish and restore your skin. 

Moisturizing Facial Treatments

One of the most effective ways to nurture dry skin is through a hydration-focused facial. Nourishing facials soothe and clarify your aggravated skin through a combination of organic ingredients and gentle massage techniques.

At Euphoria Day Spa, we’ve found that certain herbs and botanicals are extremely potent in restoring moisture to the skin. This includes thyme, which has anti-inflammatory properties to reduce redness.  

Antioxidants are also incredibly beneficial to bringing dry skin back to life. Blueberry and white tea extract are effective at repairing skin while providing a radiance that lasts long after you walk out of the spa.

The moisturizing properties of honey are also well-documented, and the natural ingredient can add an additional level of hydration to any skin treatment.

Exfoliation-Infused Facials 

Dry skin benefits greatly from gentle exfoliation. Exfoliating the skin brings any dead skin to the surface. By removing dead skin cells, your skin is able to breathe and produce healthier skin cells. Facials that integrate exfoliation, such as The Signature Drift, can also increase blood circulation in your skin — brightening up your whole face.

Steam

When your skin is begging for hydration, a warm steaming treatment can provide the immediate moisture you’ve been dreaming of. We infuse our steam with botanicals that provide a relaxing experience as you feel your skin happily soak up the humidity. 

Protecting Your Skin

After a moisturizing facial, you likely want to maintain the dewy results as long as possible. One of the best ways to do this is by wearing sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapplying it every two hours while you’re outside. Don’t forget about your lips either; regularly apply a lip balm with sunscreen. 

Perhaps the best way to hydrate your skin, however, is from the inside out — make sure to drink lots of water.

Ready to Restore Your Skin?

If you’re ready for a rejuvenating reset for your skin, reach out to us at Euphoria Day Spa. After learning about your skin, we’ll recommend the perfect nourishing treatment to get your skin back to a glowing state.