Insiders' Guide: How to Winterproof Skin

The road to Sochi is paved with windburn and chapped lips. Here's how Olympic hopefuls save their skin from the season's extremes.
by Jolene Edgar


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Hannah Teter |Snowboarder
"There are only a few beauty products in my ski pack--Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection SPF 50 Lotion is one of them. I need the high SPF because the sun reflecting off the snow is intense. Being cold and sweaty at the same time is a common problem for snowboarders. To prevent zits, I do herbal facial steams. I heat up a pot of water and throw in chamomile, rose, and green tea. I put a towel over my head and hover over the steam for ten minutes. Afterward, my skin feels fresh, clean, and really soft."

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Heather McPhie | Skier and Snowboarder
"I used to have issues with my skin, but I have fewer since I found products that work for me. I buy them in bulk and don't switch. Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream is thick and doesn't sting, and I like Olay cleansing cloths for sensitive skin, too. They're easy to travel with and gentle, so you can scrub without hurting your skin. Over my cream, I put Laura Mercier foundation with SPF for an extra layer of moisture and sun protection. It stays on a long time and looks really natural."

Amy Purdy | Paralympic snowboarder
"I swear by extra-virgin coconut oil. I wear it under my night cream, smear it on my lips, comb it through my hair before braiding it, and mix two tablespoons into my smoothies. I smell like one big coconut--that's what my boyfriend says. Moisturizers work better when you exfoliate first. I love baking soda as a gentle scrub. I add a little water to form a paste, then massage it over my face with circular motions. I'm also big into dry brushing before showering to get rid of flaky skin and help circulation."

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Katie Uhlaender | Skeleton racer
"I've noticed a huge difference in my skin--and how I feel overall--since cutting out products with chemicals. I like Handmade Naturals for soaps, and plant oils, like coconut, for moisturizing. Farmer's Friend by Burt's Bees is a thick salve that I apply to damp skin. When my lips and face get raw, I put on Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm. I also drink a lot of water and take omega-3s every day to stay hydrated."

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