
Wie man die Haut im Winter pflegt
Peer reviewed by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGPLast updated by Lynn StephenLast updated 3 Nov 2025
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For most of us in the northern hemisphere, the cold of winter is well and truly upon us, and unless you're going to where the sun is shining, it will be a few months before you feel the warm rays on your skin again.
But winter can wreak havoc with your skin, leading to itching, soreness, and even infections. So there's even more reason than in summer to give your skin some regular tender loving care.
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Warum ist der Winter so hart für die Haut?
Cold air and harsh wind can strip moisture from your skin, leaving it feeling dry and chapped. But winter can also cause issues for the parts of your skin that aren't exposed to the elements.
Central heating dries out the air, and the combination of low humidity and irritation from woollen clothes next to your skin can also lead to redness, irritation, and itching.
Waschen der Winterhaut
Strangely, water can actually dry out your skin by stripping the natural oils. Showers are better than long baths, but it's still worth considering a soap substitute rather than soap, which can also dry your skin. A non-scented soap substitute such as moisturising creams, available from your pharmacist, won't irritate sensitive skin either.
When you get out of the shower or bath, pat your skin dry gently with a warm towel - rather than rubbing it - to avoid stripping more oils from your skin. Apply a moisturising cream while your skin is still just damp.
Moisturisers help lock in moisture inside your skin as well as replacing moisture you've lost. However, they only work for a few hours so you should ideally use them 2-3 times a day.
Vergessen Sie nicht, Ihre Hände nach jedem Waschen mit Feuchtigkeit zu versorgen, um rissige und wunde Stellen zu vermeiden.
Nächtliche Hautpflege
Nachts wirkt ein stärkeres Hautpflegemittel - Ihr Apotheker kann Ihnen das beste empfehlen - länger und füllt die Hautfeuchtigkeit wieder auf. Diese dickeren Emollientien können ein glitschiges Gefühl auf der Haut verursachen und sollten daher am besten aufgetragen werden, wenn Sie sich für das Bett fertig gemacht haben.
Was Sie tragen
Wool can irritate sensitive skin and synthetic materials make it hard for the skin to breathe, leaving it sweaty. To keep warm in winter, wear layers with breathable fabrics such as cotton next to your skin.
Variköse Ekzeme und Beingeschwüre
Ihre Unterschenkel und Knöchel können mit zunehmendem Alter zu einem varikösen Ekzem neigen, von dem Frauen häufiger betroffen sind als Männer. Kalte, trockene Luft im Winter kann manchmal ein Aufflackern verursachen.
Having varicose veins, being overweight, or having had a clot on your leg (deep vein thrombosis) makes you more prone. It's caused by leaky valves in the veins in your lower legs, that carry blood back towards your heart.
The first sign of varicose eczema is usually dry, scaly skin which looks red and sometimes a bit shiny. It tends to start just above your ankle and spread up your calf.
Over time, the skin can turn to a darker rusty colour and become thickened. Your lower legs may feel warmer than usual, even though they're cool to the touch. Varicose eczema can be itchy or sometimes painful.
If you have varicose eczema, you may develop leg ulcers, which can take a long time to heal and which can get infected. That's why it's so important to take steps to stop it getting worse.
Tips for treating varicose eczema
Regelmäßige Feuchtigkeitszufuhr ist wichtig.
Regular exercise helps keep your blood flowing.
Avoid sitting with your legs down as much as possible - get up frequently and walk around. If you're sitting still, keep your legs up as much as possible - ideally by lying back with your legs over the arm of the sofa, so they're above the level of your heart.
If your skin gets infected, it can become hot, red, and tender to the touch. If this happens - or if you see any signs of an ulcer developing - speak to your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may recommend antibiotics in the case of an infection or a steroid cream to be rubbed in sparingly once or twice a day.
Your doctor may also recommend compression stockings to wear all day. These help your blood to circulate properly and reduce the chance of leg ulcers. They can feel tight and a bit uncomfortable to wear, but it's worth persevering. A nurse will check the circulation in your legs with a simple painless test and then measure you for the most effective size. They'll need to be replaced every 3-6 months and you’ll be given two pairs so you can wear one while you’re washing the other.
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Raynaud-Krankheit
Raynaud's is another circulation condition - the small blood vessels in your hands and feet shut down in the cold. Your fingers will go cold and white, then blue and painful, and when the circulation returns they will turn bright red and throb.
To reduce the chance, avoid getting cold - put warm gloves on before you go outside and keep the rest of your body warm too.
Spröde Lippen
Your lips are exposed to the elements all the time, and as with the rest of your skin, they can become dried out by cold, windy, or dry environments. Don't wait for them to become chapped - start using a lip balm regularly. If you have sensitive skin, opt for a non-scented one. And don't share your lip balm with anyone else, as this can spread infections such as the cold sore virus.
Vermeiden Sie es, Ihre Lippen abzulecken, denn das verschlimmert die Trockenheit und Risse. Wenn Sie bei kaltem Wetter unterwegs sind, sollten Sie einen Baumwollschal über dem Mund tragen, um Ihre Lippen vor der Witterung zu schützen.
Mit Dank an die Zeitschrift My Weekly, in der dieser Artikel ursprünglich veröffentlicht wurde.
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