Strategies: Two heads are better than one, right? Well, two hats are better than one in extreme conditions.
Some of the items listed below are lightweight. They are meant to be layered. ie: hats over headbands or balaclavas, buffs over hats, buffs over hats over headbands, glove liners under gloves, two lighter socks rather than one heavy one - you get the message. These are all proven strategies to keep you warm and prevent frostbite or skin damage.
Tips: · Petroleum jelly, band aids and athletic tape on exposed skin, particularly in areas over bone such as cheekbones helps protect against freezing skin. · Don't forget the neck!. Zip neck mid layers, buffs and balaclavas really help here.