Winter’s arrival brings a sharp increase in reports of eczema, psoriasis, rosacea or sensitivity — as already vulnerable skin becomes itchy, tight and harder to calm. While we can’t control the weather, we can control how we care for skin through the season. From proactive prevention to rapid-response relief, here’s what to do.
Why does this happen?
Extremes of cold, windy weather and dry indoor heat, coupled with seasonal colds, stress and diet or sleep changes play havoc with skin barrier function. Moisture and lipids escape, irritants get in and skin gets dry and reactive faster. Skin that’s usually well-behaved becomes sensitive, while those prone to concerns like eczema, psoriasis or rosacea can flare worse than ever.
Where conventional methods focus on treating visible symptoms (usually with topical steroids), our approach is more holistic. We look for imbalances, underlying causes and patterns, then address these — naturally, steroid-free and designed for long-term benefit.
Eczema
“Cold, dry air weakens the barrier, which triggers escalating itching, redness & dryness. Your top priority is cooling this heat, replenishing moisture and protecting from further loss.” — Dr. Mazin
Choose: Soothing Cream
An INDY/BEST BUY and “Best Eczema Cream” winner, Soothing Cream harnesses Huang Bai, Safflower Seed Oil and Allantoin to intensely cool and comfort very dry, itchy, scaly skin while infusing the barrier with moisture to protect from further stress.
In 2025 independent eczema trials, Soothing Cream was proven to:
- Reduce itching & dryness for 84%
- Cool sensitive skin for 86%
- Reduce redness for 82%
- Reduce scales for 80%
Psoriasis
“Winter’s drop in temperature, humidity and sunlight is particularly hard on psoriasis-prone skin and scalps; worsening itching and scales. Clearing this without triggering more irritation is key.” — Dr. Mazin
For skin, choose: Softening Indigo Ointment
Our “miracle” night-time topical is a 100% natural blend of Qing Dai (Indigo), Huang Bai and Dong Quai — powerful anti-inflammatories long used in Chinese herbal medicine to calm the itching and redness of psoriasis.
Independent trials in 2024 proved daily use:
- Soothed, softer skin for 87%
- Reduced scales for 85%
- Significantly reduced itching for 80%
- Improved skin nourishment for 85%
For scalps & beards, choose: Softening Scalp Shampoo
Unlike traditional sticky coal-tar formulas, our light, low-lathering, 100% natural blend of Huang Bai, Ku Shen and Bai Xian Pi is enjoyable to use — and proven effective.
Independent trials in 2024 showed Softening Scalp Shampoo:
- Soothed itching & reduced redness for 91%
- Improved scalp comfort & softness for 89%
- Reduced scaling on the scalp or beard for 85%
…Read more on both psoriasis trials here.
Rosacea
“Winter’s temperature extremes and dry air often cause rosacea and redness to spike. Skincare that cools, calms, softens and strengthens is key to preventing more reactions.” — Dr. Mazin
Choose: Redness Reducing Cream
Our “Best Face Cream for Rosacea” winner blends Vitamin C, Zinc Oxide, Organic Rosehip Oil and Horse Chestnut to soothe redness, deeply hydrate and strengthen skin’s resilience.
Sensitivity
“Icy air, brisk wind, low humidity and central heating create the perfect storm for redness, irritation and dehydration. Keeping skin constantly moisturised is crucial. Always avoid steroids, parabens or synthetic fragrance.” — Dr. Mazin
Choose: Nourishing Cream
A Tatler “Best for Sensitive Skin” award winner and Hip & Healthy “Best Skin Healing Cream”, our no.1 moisturiser is infused with our Zi Cao Extract — famed for its cooling and healing power. It calms, replenishes and reinforces the barrier, leaving skin soft, supple and resilient. Suitable even for infant skin.
The Best Start for All Sensitive Skin
“The best care routines for sensitive or problematic skin start before targeted topicals. Choosing soap- and SLS-free cleansers is essential to protect barrier integrity.” — Dr. Mazin
Choose: Your ideal soap-free Dermatology M cleanser
Our cleansers — Honeysuckle Cleanser, Nourishing Cleansing Balm, Charcoal Cleansing Balm and Soothing Bath & Shower Oil — are soap- and SLS-free. Each is dermatologist-designed for problematic skin, using herbal extracts that clean effectively without stripping natural oils.
A final note… Patch test first
Before using any new skin concern topical, we always recommend carrying out a patch test. Apply a small amount close to the area of intended use to ensure compatibility.
