Skin Schooled by Ariel – Post Holiday Skin Recovery
Posted by Dustin Horton // November 17, 2025 // Articles, Skin Schooled by Ariel
Ariel Herrera
Owner/Licensed Esthetician/Reiki Practitioner, Guava Spa
315-636-0330
ariel@guavaspa.skin
Independent Sales Consultant, Cortland Area Tribune
607-745-0129
arielherreramolina24@gmail.com
The holidays are joyful, cozy and delicious. They are also the time of year when many of us enjoy foods that can leave our skin feeling a little sluggish. Between sugary desserts, salty snacks, festive cocktails and late nights, it is completely normal to notice extra dryness, congestion or dullness showing up on your face once the celebrations settle down. The good news is that your skin is incredibly resilient and a gentle reset can get it glowing again.
Start with hydration. After a season of rich, salty foods and not enough water, your skin is often craving moisture. Refill your water bottle often and support your skin with a hydrating cleanser and moisturizer. Look for ingredients like peptides, ceramides and hyaluronic acid because they help repair the skin barrier and hold moisture where you need it most.
Next, focus on circulation. Even a simple five minute facial massage while cleansing or moisturizing can encourage blood flow, reduce puffiness and help bring life back to your complexion. If you have a gua sha stone or facial roller, this is a great time to use it.
