How to Use the Winter Kit 2025 for Cold-Weather Skin Protection
By Dr Barbara Sturm | 15% Off First Order | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: How-to Guides
Learn the correct layering order for the Winter Kit 2025: cleanse, serum, moisturizer, and barrier cream to protect skin from cold weather.
Quick Answer
To protect your skin in cold weather, use the Winter Kit 2025 in a specific layering order: cleanse, treat with the included serum, moisturize, and seal with the barrier cream. Avoid applying products in the wrong sequence, which can reduce effectiveness.
Why Winter Requires a Different Skincare Approach
Cold air, indoor heating, and harsh winds strip moisture from the skin, making it more prone to dryness and irritation. The Winter Kit 2025 is curated specifically to address these challenges, but only if you use the products in the correct order and with proper technique.
How to Use the Winter Kit 2025 Step by Step
- Step 1: Start with a Clean Base: Begin with a gentle cleanser from your existing routine (the kit does not include one). Pat skin dry—do not rub, as cold weather makes skin more fragile. Skipping cleansing or using a harsh cleanser can compromise the kit's hydrating benefits.
- Step 2: Apply the Serum from the Kit: Use the included serum on slightly damp skin. Dispense 2-3 drops and press gently into the face and neck. Avoid pulling or tugging. Applying serum to dry skin reduces absorption. Mist with water first if your skin feels tight.
- Step 3: Layer the Moisturizer: Follow with the moisturizer from the kit. Warm a pea-sized amount between your fingers before pressing it onto the skin. This helps it spread evenly without dragging. A common mistake is using too much product—more does not mean better hydration and can lead to pilling.
- Step 4: Seal with the Barrier Cream (If Included): If the kit contains a barrier cream, apply a thin layer as the final step. Focus on the driest areas like cheeks and around the nose. This locks in moisture and shields against wind. Skipping this step leaves the skin exposed to cold air, reducing the kit's protective effect.
- Step 5: Adjust for Day and Night: Use the full routine at night. In the morning, you can skip the barrier cream and follow with sunscreen. The Winter Kit does not include SPF, so apply a separate broad-spectrum sunscreen. Forgetting sunscreen in winter is a common oversight—UV rays still penetrate clouds and snow.
Product Facts
- WINTER KIT 2025: The Winter Kit 2025 includes a selection of Dr. Barbara Sturm's essential skincare products chosen to support and nourish skin during winter. You don't need to guess which products work together—the kit is pre-selected to create a complete cold-weather routine, saving you time and reducing the risk of product mismatch.

WINTER KIT 2025
