Beating the winter blues the natural way
Winter brings with it all manner of fun and frolics - Christmas, festive parties, curling up with a loved one and indulging in all of the things you've denied yourself most of the year!
But the flipside is that we've got to face cold weather, short days, uncomfortable bloating and dreaded hangovers, all of which can lead us to feeling the winter blues.
Whether you just feel a bit out of sorts in the darker months or suffer from full-blown seasonal affective disorder (SAD), there are steps that you can take to minimise the impact of the winter months on your mood.
Holistic coach Helen Ross-Hamilton told the Daily Mail: "It's normal to feel a bit low in mood as temperatures and light levels drop, but we need this climactic downtime.
"Accept winter as an essential part of the year for slowing down, reflecting and reconnecting with what's important."
In terms of perking yourself up when faced with a driveway of snow, taking care of yourself and continuing your normal beauty routine can give you a little boost, even if your legs may not see daylight for another six months!
Beauty therapist Natasha Dwyer said: "Regular moisturising, waxing and pedicures - even underneath opaques and woollies - will keep you feeling good."
The stress of overindulgence, too little sleep and constant central heating can take its toll on your skin, so make sure you continue to pay attention to your complexion.
Holistic skin care therapist Bharti Vyas told Express and Star readers that they should stock up on facial wipes and keep them handy by the bed, whether it be to take off your party makeup or refresh yourself in the morning.
The Press and Journal advised avoiding washing your skin with hot water, which can dry it out. Instead, use tepid water and a good moisturiser to keep the skin hydrated.
As well as how you treat the outside of your body, what you put inside matters as well. Women's health expert Dr Marilyn Glenville suggested Daily Mail readers should eat food high in Vitamin D, such as avocado, oily fish and eggs, as a great way to give a little boost.
If all else fails and you're still feeling blue, then indulge the sun worshipper in you and book that summer holiday to give you some light at the end of the tunnel!
Posted by Clare Thomson
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