You want: a hydrated, healthy complexion
You need: a moisturizer with the right stuff

To counteract the drying effects of winter cold and wind, it's important to pick not just the right product, but to check the ingredient list as well, says Dr. Linder. "There are a few excellent ingredients that are able to actually penetrate inside skin cells to provide intense hydration," she explains. "Glycerin, water and urea are the only ingredients that can pass through these aquaporins (water channels) into the cells."

For maximum benefit, Dr. Linder recommends starting with a good hydrating serum and sealing the deal with a thick moisturizer.

Photographed by Erin Yamagata