Winter in Qatar brings a welcome break from the summer heat, but the combination of cooler winds and dry indoor air can quickly deplete your skin’s moisture. Even in a mild climate, the drop in humidity leads to trans-epidermal water loss, resulting in flakiness, irritation, and chapped lips.
To keep your glow through 2026, adapting your routine is essential. Here are the best expert-backed tips and product recommendations available at Truth Care Pharmacy.
1. Best Moisturizers & Skin-Protecting Products
During the cooler months, your skin needs a stronger barrier to lock in hydration. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid to attract water and ceramides to seal it in.
- For Face:
- CeraVe Moisturizing Cream: A dermatologist favorite that delivers 24-hour hydration.
- Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream: A classic, non-greasy formula perfect for intense, long-lasting moisture.
- La Roche-Posay Effaclar H Isobiom: Excellent for those who need hydration but have sensitive or blemish-prone skin.
- For Body:
- QV Skin Lotion: A gentle, non-greasy option designed to protect dry and sensitive skin from the winter breeze.
- Bioderma Atoderm Crème Ultra: Provides 24-hour hydration and is suitable for the whole family, including babies.
2. Targeted Care: Lip Balms & Hand Creams
Lips and hands often suffer first because they have thinner skin and are frequently exposed to the elements.
- Lip Care:
- Pretty Moisturizing Lip Balm (Original or Coconut): These provide natural protection and deep hydration to prevent painful chapping.
- Bioderma Atoderm Lip Balm: moisturizing and nourishing lip balm that repairs and soothes damaged lips instantly.
- Hand Care:
- CeraVe Therapeutic Hand Cream: Specifically formulated for chapped or cracked skin, it helps restore the protective skin barrier.
- Oilatum Rich Moisturizing Cream: Ideal for very dry hands that need deep, soothing moisturization.
3. Staying Hydrated: Inside & Out
In cooler weather, you may not feel as thirsty as you do in August, but your body and skin still require significant water intake to function.
- The 3-Minute Rule: Apply your moisturizer within three minutes of showering while your skin is still damp to lock in maximum hydration.
- Internal Hydration: Carry a reusable water bottle and set reminders to drink. Water-rich foods like cucumbers and oranges can also help supplement your intake.
- Mist on the Go: Use a hydrating mist throughout the day, especially if you spend long hours in air-conditioned offices where the air is particularly dry.
Find all these winter essentials and more at Truth Care Pharmacy's Winter Collection for fast delivery across Qatar.