As the snow begins to settle over the Rockies and holiday festivities draw near, there is no better time to think about giving your skin the care it deserves. Winter brings opportunities to start rejuvenating treatments, reset skin that endured summer’s damage, or prepare for upcoming celebrations. At Mountain Dermatology, we offer advanced, physician-led options designed to elevate your skin health and appearance during this busy season.

Why Winter Is Perfect for Skin Renewal

Winter provides a natural advantage for many dermatological treatments. Lower UV exposure, cooler temperatures, and easier sun protection with hats, scarves, and layers create ideal conditions for healing and for achieving reliable results.

Residents of Edwards, CO and the Vail Valley can benefit from winter timing in several ways:

• If you want to address pigmentation, sun spots, or uneven tone, winter is the safest and most effective time to pursue laser treatments such as our ruby laser.
• If you are preparing for holiday gatherings or seasonal photos, beginning treatments now allows skin time to heal for your best results.
• If dry mountain air is causing irritation or dullness, a winter reset can help restore balance and radiance.

Featured Treatments for Your Holiday Glow

Ruby Laser

A targeted and effective option for reducing brown spots, age spots, pigmentation, and removing unwanted tattoos. The ruby laser works by targeting melanin and tattoo pigment to gently fade discoloration and ink. Winter’s reduced sun exposure helps protect treated skin and supports optimal healing.

Microneedling with Exosomes

Microneedling creates controlled micro-channels in the skin, while applying exosomes helps accelerate healing and enhance collagen stimulation. This combination improves skin tone, firmness, and texture with minimal downtime, making it an excellent winter refresh.

Blepharoplasty

Eyelid rejuvenation can restore a refreshed and well-rested appearance. Winter offers a more discreet and comfortable recovery period with softer sunlight and cooler weather.

Medical Facial Peels (Light Chemical Peels)

Light chemical peels help improve brightness, texture, and clarity with little to no downtimemaking them perfect for a quick holiday refresh. These gentle peels exfoliate the skin, soften fine lines, and enhance overall radiance, making them a reliable go-to treatment in the dry winter months.

Diamond Glow

Diamond Glow offers instant luminosity with zero downtime by exfoliating, extracting, and infusing the skin with professional-grade serums. It’s an ideal pre-event treatment for smooth, hydrated, camera-ready skin throughout the holiday season.

Seasonal Skincare Strategy

Pairing in-office treatments with an effective winter skincare routine provides the best results. Gentle cleansers, hydrating serums, ceramides, and daily sunscreen remain essential during high-altitude Colorado winters.

Plan Your Winter Treatment Timeline

• Early winter: Begin foundational treatments such as ruby laser or microneedling with exosomes while UV exposure is minimal.
• Mid-winter: Allow skin to heal and maintain results with a supportive skincare routine.
• Post-holiday through early spring: Evaluate improvements and plan maintenance or follow-up treatments as needed.

Skincare Tips for Colorado Winters

1. Use a richer moisturizer and hydrating serum to combat dryness.
2. Wear sunscreen daily, even in winter at high altitude.
3. Avoid harsh exfoliation while your skin is healing.
4. Protect skin from wind and cold with breathable layers.

Ready to Refresh Your Winter Skin

Whether you want subtle refinement or a more noticeable transformation, our team at Mountain Dermatology can help create a personalized treatment and skincare plan. Call us at 970-926-1800 to schedule a consultation to get started on your healthiest and most confident winter skin.