We all know that getting out of our routines can cause havoc on our bodies which will quickly show up on our skin. With the holiday season in full swing there’s a lot of extra stress going on. We’re not eating like we normally would, spending more money than we typically do, worrying about who is coming and going for the holidays which may or may not include travel and lets not forget the stress of either the in-laws coming to your home or you having to go to theirs. It can make you a mess! All these stressors can show up on your face in various ways, so we at Fab Over Forty went to the experts to get some advice.
Dr. Erin Gilbert MD, PhD is a NYC based board-certified dermatologist, an expert in her field that can cut through the unknown and get us the answers we want for results!
Holiday time is stressful and it shows on our skin. How can we prevent things like:
1. Puffy Eyes
“The best tool to combat puffy, under eye bags as well as rough texture is a Clarisonic brush! If you sleep on one side the lymph fluid will accumulate under that eye by morning. Or, if you consume a high salt diet at night (think Chinese takeout), you may experience puffiness under both eyes. I suggest gently massaging the skin under the eyes with a sensitive Clarisonic brush head for 60 seconds per side. The vibrations increase the flow of lymph to and from the congested area and reduce the size of the bags.”
2. Acne
“Acne flares are often worsened by sugar and stress. While we can’t always eliminate stress from our day, we do have the power to control how much sugar we are consuming. There are obvious sources of sugar, like deserts, but there are also hidden sources of sugar that we may not be thinking of. Skim milk has been strongly linked to acne flares in dietary studies, so you are better off choosing whole milk or unsweetened almond or soy milk when you have the option. Also don’t be fooled by food that is ‘gluten free.’ Although it may sound healthy, it often contains more sugar than the traditional versions.”
3. Skin irritations – What can we do to keep our skin calm?
“Keeping your skin well moisturized during the winter is the first step to avoiding irritation and rashes that can spiral out of control. I suggest using a gentle body wash in the bath or shower, then applying a simple fragrance-free moisturizer all over the body daily. If you develop irritation, apply 1% hydrocortisone cream or calendula cream to the area for a week or so. You don’t want to use hydrocortisone for longer than a week on the face, so if your rash persists you should see a dermatologist.”
How can we get that “holiday glow” in our skin?
“Once you have taken care of your diet and hydration, you can consider adding additional steps to your beauty routine to get a holiday glow. If you have normal skin, consider adding a glycolic or salicylic acid toner to your regimen twice a week. This will gently remove dead skin cells and boost your skin’s radiance. Also consider adding a serum to your regimen. I like RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Serum. It will increase your skin’s hydration and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. If you are using it with a retinol at night, try to alternate days in the beginning to avoid over drying your skin.”
Thanks Dr. Gilbert!
The lovely people at RoC have offered a tremendous giveaway to one lucky reader here at Fab Over Forty!
This contest is now closed. Winner to be announced soon!
One lucky reader will win the fabulous gift basket of RoC Skincare products, valued at well over $100 and a $200 Visa Gift Card to be used anywhere they are accepted! What a wonderful holiday gift!
Here’s how you can enter to win – we’re making it easy, it’s less stressful that way!
- Make sure you’ve read our Disclosure
- Enter your name in the comments with a comment if you’ve tried RoC products before
- Hurry, because contest ends on Thursday, December 18th, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
- One winner will be randomly chosen
- Good luck!
Gift basket of skincare and gift card is offered by RoC PR and not Fab Over Forty.
I have never tried ROC products before, but have heard good things and would love to give them a try!
I haven’t tried RoC products before.
Susan Chew
Nicki Mooring
I have never tried any RoC products. I’ve read good things about them, though. Thanks for a chance to win!
I have just recently started using ROC products. I love the daily moisturizer and the 5 in 1 Eye Cream. I would love to win this gift basket!
This is such a great gift! I have not tried ROC products but I have heard a few great reviews. My skin tends to be reactive so I’m usually cautious at trying new things. Winning those products would be a great opportunity to find the ROC system that works best for my skin. Thank you for the opportunity!
RoC rocks!
Although I am basically a “Peptide Princess”, I have tried products containing retinol before that were perhaps far too strong for my sensitive skin. I have read fabulous reviews about the ROC line and have several friends in my age group (I am 57 years young!) who swear by their ROC Skincare Regimen. One of them has extremely sensitive skin, and claims that ROC did not irritate her skin at all, and her complexion is flawless and glowing. Thank you for the opportunity to win this wonderful prize, as I am looking forward to getting a “jump start” in my quest to further refine my skincare regimen. I am also planning to give my mother, who is 84 years young, the giftcard so she can buy her own ROC products! Thank you so very much for this fabulous giveaway!
I can tell the difference in my skin throughout the holidays. I haven’t tried any of their products before
I am using the Roc 5 in one eye cream and it is wonderful and hydrating. No irritation like I have had from other eye creams
I’ve never tried anything from this line before, but would love to. I suffer from every symptom listed above! Thanks for the chance to win!
I would love to win this amazing gift! I’ve tried ROC products before and would enjoy using the entire line to see if that would help my wrinkly face!
I have looked at the ROC products many times, but have never ended up buying them. I would love to give them a try though! Unfortunately, I am much in need! 🙂
Greetings! What a wonderful way to share the Holidays! I am wishing fro this awesome Holiday giveaway!!!!
I have tried ROC skincare and find it to be very effective.
Shawn Thayer
Haven’t used any products yet but when my eye cream runs out I’m replacing it with RoC!
would love to try your products 🙂
I have tried Roc Retinol cream, but I also want to get my “20-something” daughters started on it.
I haven’t tried any of the RoC products, but I would love to! I am 46 years old and my wrinkles are apparent and I really need to find great products to help with the aging. Thank you and RoC for this lovely giveaway! Happy Holidays! Paula Caudill ([email protected])
I have tried some Roc products and loved them, especially the eye cream! What a great giveaway!! Thank you for the opportunity to win.
I’ve tried a couple of ROC products but would like to try more. Thanks for the giveaway!
No, I’ve never tried the brand. Thank you!
I have not used Roc products. Turning 50.
I have tried RoC products before and I simply love them, the results are amazing, I have been using them for a few years now. Very happy with the brand. Would love to win some of these products so I can have some on hand for when I run out.
I am actually trying out a ROC eye cream right now. So far I like it – nice texture and I haven’t had a reaction to it yet. Fingers crossed!
Ive never tried Roc before but would like to try the Roc deep wrinkle serum. Dawn Monroe [email protected]
H, no I haven’t tried RoC products yet!
Yes, I have tried their products
I’ve been using Roc products since I live in Europe in the 90s.
Happy Pulitzer
I use the resurfacing disks and my skin is so smooth and bright, I love them. I have oily t zone and I think this helps me look less oiler.
I’ve tried RoC products and love them.
I have never try ROC products, because in Croatia they are not easy to find.
I have tried , and would love to try again, this wonderful product! Thanks for the chance…
I haven’t tried them. I’d love to try their eye cream!
i have not tried the line before; thank you for the chance to win 🙂
jslbrown2009(at)aol(dot)com
No, I’ve never tried the RoC products…but I’m also going to definitely try the Clarisonic brush for under eye ! Thanks for the giveaway, and here’s hoping!
I have tried RoC products before and like their 5 in 1 corrector daily moisturizer with sunscreen the best. I currently have this right now but would love to try some of their other products.
I have never tried RoC products before, but I would love to!
I’ve never tried RoC before but have heard amazing things about the brand! I’m always interested in trying new skincare products due to my dry skin and thyroid condition. Would LOVE to try these luxurious products. Thanks so much! 🙂
I use the ROC retinol eye and face creams and I feel like they’ve made a difference. I’d love an opportunity to try some of their other products!
I have seen Roc products in drugstores and, for no particular reason at all, haven’t tried them. But I certainly will now. Drugstores should be the go-to place for many people who think that only “high end” products, sold in expensive shops, will protect their skin.
I haven’t tried ROC products before.
Have not tried ROC products but would love to try them 🙂 Thank you so much!
I haven’t tried RoC products before, but would love to!!!
I have not tried Roc before,but have heard really good things about them.I am soon to be 60 and would love to give them a try for the wrinkles I am getting around my mouth. Happy Holidays!
I have not tried ROC products yet but I really would like to. Thank you for the giveaway and Happy Holidays!
Haven’t tried RoC products, but have heard great things about them 🙂
I’ve tried the RoC moisturizer, but that’s about it
I have not tried ROC products before, but I just heard about some suggestions on which to buy!
I used RoC products a while back but was led astray by other brands that did not deliver results nearly as good. I am dying to load up on as much of it as possible and this would definitely fix that for me!
I have never tried their products before but I would love to! With the forties hitting me hard I need to start looking into these! Thank you!
I have used RoC products before and love them! I would love to try some of the goodies in the giveaway that I haven’t used before!
Roc has been around forever!! Their products are accessable, affordable, and ….
They work to boot!!!
I have not tried RoC products before but I’d definitely like to. Thanks for this fabulous giveaway!!
I’ve never tried a Roc skin care product before 🙁 But can’t wait to try it sometime soon! thanks 🙂
I’ve never tried RoC before. Will have to do a little more research.
I haven’t tried RoC products.