Winter can be unforgiving on your skin. As temperatures drop and humidity lowers, you may notice increased dryness, dullness, redness, and fine lines that weren’t visible before. Reduced sunlight and more time indoors can minimize UV exposure, but cold air, wind, and heating often compromise your skin barrier. This makes winter the ideal time to reset and repair.
Under the care of Dr. Jaimie DeRosa, our double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, DeRosa Facial Plastic Surgery in Boston offers advanced professional treatments to restore skin health and radiance while preparing you for brighter months ahead.
CO2RE® laser skin resurfacing for deep winter repair
Winter is the optimal season for CO2RE laser skin resurfacing because sun avoidance is critical during the healing process. This advanced fractional CO₂ laser targets damaged surface layers while stimulating collagen renewal deep within the skin.
If winter has left your complexion looking rough, uneven, or lined, CO2RE can improve texture, tone, fine lines, sun damage, and acne scarring. Treatment depth is customized to your needs, allowing for anything from moderate refreshment to more intensive rejuvenation. As your skin heals over the following weeks and months, you’ll notice a smoother texture, increased firmness, and a healthier glow.
IPL photofacial to correct winter discoloration
If you’re dealing with lingering sun damage, redness, or uneven pigmentation that becomes more noticeable in winter, an IPL photofacial can help rebalance your complexion and improve overall appearance.
IPL uses light energy to break up pigment and calm vascular redness without damaging the surrounding skin. With minimal downtime, this treatment is ideal if you want visible improvement without interrupting your routine. Winter’s lower UV exposure reduces the risk of post-treatment pigmentation, making IPL an excellent seasonal choice for restoring clarity and even tone.
RF microneedling to boost collagen and firmness
Cold weather can accentuate skin laxity and fine lines by slowing the natural production of collagen fibers. RF microneedling addresses this by combining controlled microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen remodeling at deeper levels.
RF microneedling is particularly effective for improving firmness, refining texture, and minimizing pores. During winter, your skin can focus on healing without heat or sun interference, allowing you to achieve stronger, longer-lasting collagen support and a smoother appearance.
Injectable treatments to soften wrinkles
Winter is also an ideal time to refresh your appearance with injectable treatments such as neuromodulators and dermal fillers.
Neuromodulators like BOTOX® and Dysport® help soften expression lines that can appear more pronounced in dry conditions, while dermal fillers restore subtle volume and support facial contours. Because injectables require little to no downtime, they can easily complement laser and energy-based treatments as part of a comprehensive winter skin reset.
Medical-grade skincare to protect and repair the skin barrier
Professional treatments work best when paired with the right skincare at home. Winter is the season to focus on repairing your skin barrier and locking in hydration.
Medical-grade skincare products with ingredients such as antioxidants, growth factors, retinoids, and barrier-repairing lipids help maintain the results of in-office treatments, improve texture, and protect against environmental stressors.
Consistent use of broad-spectrum sunscreen remains essential, even in winter, to protect newly treated skin and prevent future damage.
A personalized approach to healthy skin for the winter
A winter skin reset is about creating a personalized plan that works with your skin’s specific seasonal needs.
At DeRosa Facial Plastic Surgery in Boston, every treatment is thoughtfully tailored to help you achieve natural, refined results. With expert care from Dr. DeRosa, our double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, you can repair winter damage, strengthen your skin, and step into spring looking refreshed, confident, and radiant. Schedule your consultation today.
