– The essential element to go skiing is layers. It has to be water resistant.
– Secondly warm sweaters. They should not impede your movements.
– Bathing suits made from warm material is very suitable: choose them thermal to prevent cold. Good to know: we stay clear of cotton because it is a material that does not breathe.
– Under the pants: think of leggings that can store the heat and can keep your legs warm during the day.
– You also have to protect your feet from the low temperatures: to protect them, do not hesitate to wear warm socks.
– Think of water resistant gloves to protect your hands. For the little ones you can choose mittens.
– Ski goggles are no luxury: they are meant to protect your eyes against sun rays (much more damaging at high altitude) and against the wind.
It is necessary to smear protective lotion and lip balm. It is important to know that most resorts have pharmacies and medical centers. Take only the minimum with you to treat small injuries: paracetamol, a treatment for the cold, bandages, and disinfectant.
What to wear when you go out after skiing? When you go shopping, eating or watching a show, it is wise to dress warmly but not the same outfit as the one on the tracks. So what should you put in your suitcase? Here are 10 tips from specialists:
– To profit of comfort, we start with thermal underwear. They will keep you warm while feeling comfortable.
– Water resistant shoes to walk in the snow.
– Water resistant pants
– A bathing suit if you want to go to the pool.
– A warm scarf to protect your neck against the wind and cold.
– Earplugs to prevent ear infections.
– Sport wear to sport or to be more comfortable if you are not on the hills.
– Warm socks so your feet don’t get cold.
– Warm pajamas to have warm nights.
– Hydrating lotion to take care of your skin that dries out fast in the cold and sun.
