Cosy Up: Winter Rituals for Skin & Soul

doylers4
Aug 15
3 min read

Updated: 6 days ago

Because skincare is self-care—especially in winter.

Let’s be honest—winter is tough on skin. Cold winds, dry air, heaters cranked up, and that extra-hot shower we promise ourselves we won’t do again tomorrow (but definitely will). The result? Skin that feels tight, thirsty, and just a little bit meh.

But winter also gives us a chance to slow down and create small rituals of nourishment—for our skin, and for our soul. At Serendipity Soaps & Skincare, we believe skincare should never feel like a chore. It’s about taking a moment to pause, breathe, and care for yourself in simple, beautiful ways.

So here’s your Winter Skincare Ritual Guide, designed to help you glide through the rest of the chilly months with skin that feels soft, hydrated, and looked after.

🧖‍♀️ 1. Switch to Gentle Cleansing

Winter is not the time for stripping the skin. Swap foaming cleansers or supermarket soaps for a gentle, nourishing bar like our Pure Goat Milk Soap or Oatmeal & Honey Soap. These cleanse without drying, leaving your skin calm and happy.

🛁 2. Soak, Soothe & Replenish

Long winter baths aren’t just good for the soul—they’re good for your skin, too (as long as you follow with hydration).Our Skin Nutritional Soak is like a mineral spa in a jar. We’ve combined Epsom salt, Dead Sea salt, and detoxifying Activated Charcoal Black Sea Salt to purify and replenish your skin, while coconut oil wraps you in silky hydration.

A gorgeous bouquet of Lavender, Frankincense, Palmarosa, Rose Geranium, Ylang Ylang, and Chamomile essential oils helps soothe not only your skin but your nervous system too. Think of it as skincare and self-care in one steamy, aromatic soak.

✨ Ideal for dry, tired, or stressed-out skin🌸 Rich in minerals, gentle on sensitive souls🌿 No synthetic fragrance, no nasties—just pure botanical bliss

💧 3. Hydrate Like It’s Your Job

Central heating and cold winds are basically moisture thieves. Your skin needs help. Reach for our Hydrating Face Cream, packed with hazelnut, jojoba, and rosehip oils. Use it morning and night. And don’t forget your neck! (It’s always invited to the skincare party.)

For body care, our Olive Body Butter is like wrapping yourself in a soft blanket. It melts into the skin, leaving it smooth without that greasy feeling.

🧼 4. Exfoliate… Gently

Dry, flaky winter skin? Yep, we’ve all been there. But scrubbing too hard will only upset things. Once or twice a week, use our Pink Lake Sea Salt Soap Bar—it softly buffs away dullness while nourishing your skin with coconut and avocado oils. Plus, the scent is fresh and uplifting (think grapefruit, May Chang, and geranium).

🌿 5. Don’t Forget the Hands

Cold air loves to chap hands. Carry our Nourishing Hand Cream with you (it’s like a mini spa in a jar). If you’re extra dry, layer it on thick at night and pop on some cotton gloves. Bedtime magic.

🕯️ 6. Create a Winter Ritual

Skincare in winter is about more than just products—it’s about how you use them.

Warm your creams in your hands first.
Take a moment to inhale the scent.
Apply mindfully, not in a rush.
Turn your bathroom into a little sanctuary, even if just for five minutes.

This isn’t indulgence—it’s self-respect in action.

❄️ Final Thoughts

Winter might be wild outside, but inside, you can create softness, warmth, and care.

At Serendipity Soaps & Skincare, every product is handmade with love, using natural ingredients that nurture your skin and senses. We’re here to help you turn everyday care into a calming ritual—especially when the weather’s less than kind.

So go ahead. Light the candle. Run the bath. Butter up your skin. And remember: self-care isn’t seasonal—it’s essential.

With love and lathers,

Marta x

Founder, Serendipity Soaps & Skincare

🛒 Shop the Ritual

Ready to cosy up your winter routine? Here are the Serendipity favourites mentioned in this blog:

🌿 For Skin & Soul:

Skin Nutritional Soak – Mineral-rich, skin-softening, and aromatherapy .
Hydrating Face Cream – Lightweight but deeply nourishing (no heavy, greasy feeling here).
Olive Body Butter – For that "wrapped-in-a-blanket" softness, without synthetic fragrances.
Nourishing Hand Cream – A dry-skin saviour for hands that brave winter winds.

🧼 For Gentle Cleansing:

Pure Goat Milk Soap – Gentle, soothing, and ideal for sensitive skin.
Oatmeal & Honey Soap – Softly exfoliating and ultra-nourishing for winter months.
Pink Lake Sea Salt Soap Bar – Natural exfoliation with a fresh, uplifting scent.