10 ways to be pretty on piste

The ski season is well and truly underway and seasoned skiers will know that as pretty as the alpine piste can be, the dry atmosphere and cold winds can be disastrous for skin and hair. Not to mention aching muscles and sore feet...so before you pack your thermals read our guide to slope side beauty. By Nichole Sweetsur

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Protect

Come snow or sunshine, protecting your skin from damaging UVA and UVB rays should be your priority in the mountains. Piz Buin Mountain Sunscreen SPF50 provides high altitude protection with no whitening. The formula contains Shea Butter and Glycerine to combat dryness, sinks into skin quickly and doesn’t feel greasy. £8.99 www.boots.com

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Calm

Cold mountain winds can leave your face sore and chaffed but Eternal's Aloe Super Hydrating Moisturiser quickly calms red and unhappy skin. A high concentration of healing Aloe Vera, along with Camomile, Green Tea, Shea Butter, Rosehip oil and Calendula extract combine to provide first aid for skin. We love that you get a little pot of this wonder cream along with your full size order; it’s perfect for popping into your backpack. £45, www.eternalskincare.com

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Glow

Rescue dry skin with Douvall’s 100% Organic Argan Oil Moisturiser. With exceptionally high levels of vitamin E and essential fatty acids, this lightweight oil can be massaged into skin to nourish, protect and restore your skin’s glow. Wear under your moisturiser for extra comfort and apply again at night to keep your skin soft and supple. £12, www.beautique.com

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Nourish

Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Swivel Stick SPF30 is set to become a skier’s favourite because this pocket sized multi-tasker protects and nourishes lips and wind chapped skin. The stick provides moisturising sun protection for any exposed area and is particularly effective at preventing your lips from becoming dry or cracked. £6.45, www.boots.com

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Ease

Aching muscles are as much a part of the ski scene as vin chaud and raclette, but a hot bath will ease the stiffness, especially with if you add a generous handful of Thalgo Thalassobath with Algae. Sea Salt and toning marine algae extracts help to relax stiff muscles and get you back on the chair lift the next morning. £25.55, www.thalgo.com

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Soothe

Cut short your après ski and make the most of bath time with Green People Vita Min Mask. Created for dehydrated and dull complexions, this organic mask soothes sensitive skin with mandarin, seaweed and avocado along with nourishing Jojoba and Olive Oil and Aloe Vera. £11.95, www.greenpeople.co.uk

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Relax

You can enjoy Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Bath and Shower Oil any time, but after a hard day of skiing the careful blend of Lavender, Ginger, Black Pepper and Rosemary essential oils will ease stiffness and relax tender muscles. Massage in a little oil before showering or pour a capful into your bath. £37, www.aromatherapyassociates.com

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Condition

Just like your skin, hair responds badly to altitude but instead of loading down your luggage with bulky bottles of conditioner, pop a couple of the nurture anti-ageing hair conditioning treatment capsules in your wash bag. These clever mono-dose capsules are packed with nourishing Apricot Kernel Oil, Keratin and Hydrolyzed Silk Protein. Just the thing to restore health and shine to dry winter hair. £7.95 for 20 capsules, www.nurtureskincare.co.uk

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Restore

Book an Elemis Deep Tissue Muscle Massage for your return. The treatment will break down lactic acid build up in your muscles and realign your body and the massage oil relieves dry, itchy skin caused by the dry atmosphere of the mountains. Ask the therapist to focus on particular areas of stiffness and you’ll walk out with a spring in your step. From £40, www.elemis.com

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Reminisce

Take yourself to back to the alpine lodge with the scent of Max Benjamin’s natural and sustainable wax candles in Clove and Cinnamon. The warm, spicy scent hints of Vin Chaud, Glühwein and cosy chalet evenings. £28, www.maxbenjamin.ie

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