Karee’s Holiday Skin Bootcamp
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My personal plan for radiant, confident skin this holiday season.
Want glowing, photo-ready skin before the holidays?
Karee Hays shares her expert winter skincare routine — from barrier repair to laser prep — to help you achieve hydrated, radiant, and healthy skin all season long. Discover the exact steps and in-clinic treatments she recommends for a luminous, confident glow that lasts through every celebration.
"As the air cools and the holidays approach, I always remind patients — this is the best time of year to reset your skin and restore your glow. Between cooler air, less sun exposure, and a little extra self-care, your skin can look its healthiest and most radiant just in time for every event on your calendar.
Here’s exactly how I guide patients (and myself) through the transition from fall to winter."
Step 1: Layer Smart Hydration
Hydration works best in layers. I always start with Prebiotic Peptide Serum to support the microbiome and help skin retain moisture before sealing everything in with Hydra-Lipid. This keeps my skin balanced, supple, and dewy all day long.
Step 2: Strengthen Your Barrier
Cold weather and indoor heat can strip your skin of essential lipids, leaving it dull or tight. I swap to Hydra-Lipid, our barrier-repairing moisturizer powered by a Swiss biomimetic lipid complex that mimics your skin’s natural structure. It helps rebuild strength and hydration from the inside out.
Step 3: Exfoliate — Gently
Even in winter, gentle exfoliation is key to maintaining brightness. I love KH Koji Pads two to three times per week — they smooth texture and even tone without compromising the skin barrier.
Step 4: Overnight Renewal
Nighttime is when your skin goes into repair mode. I reach for NightGlow, our next-generation retinoid that refines texture, boosts glow, and restores radiance — all without the typical dryness or flaking that comes with stronger retinoids.
Step 5: Daily SPF
Yes, even in winter! UV and blue light still contribute to premature aging and pigmentation, so don’t skip SPF just because it’s cloudy or cold. Protection is the foundation of every great routine.
Step 6: Hydrate On the Go
I keep our Microbiome Prebiotic Face Mist in my bag for mid-day refreshes — especially when heaters are running. It instantly hydrates, balances, and gives skin that healthy, dewy finish no matter where the day takes you.
