The arrival of a new season signals a perfect opportunity to refresh your vanity to reflect the changing weather outside. With the onset of crisp Spring days, it’s natural to shift to lightweight jackets and sweaters—and the same is true for your skincare routine. Those rich, heavy creams and face oils that satisfied your dry skin in the winter months aren’t as useful come October. In short, it’s time to transition your skincare routine for the new season.
Kevin Khosa, Customer Service Manager at SKIN functional, explains:
“Switching up your skincare routine every quarter can benefit the overall health of your skin as well as your particular concerns. During the winter, there’s more exposure to cold air, which can be harsh and result in dehydrated skin, so it’s only natural to use thick emollients to lock in moisture. Although during the spring, moist air allows the skin to retain water much easier, it can also increase oil production, leading to congestion and clogged pores. In addition, warm weather activities present more opportunities for sun damage.”
Switch 1: Change Your Moisturizer
If you have oily or combination skin, consider putting aside your emollient creams and thicker moisturizers in favor of a gel-based, hydrating moisturizer instead. This switch might seem obvious, but it’s just one of many tweaks that are necessary as the season begins. If you have dry, sensitive skin, you can skip this step.
Switch 2: Exfoliate More Frequently
Regardless of the time of year, exfoliation is an important step that should be regularly implemented into your routine. However, the shift in temperature can dictate which method you choose and how often you do it. With drier skin during winter, you might be tempted to slough off the layers that have built up, but dermatologists agree that spring is actually the ideal time to ramp up exfoliation.
Switch 3: Opt for Water-Based Serums
Give the oil serums a break and switch to water-based hydrating serums. It’s important to note that the increase in the air’s moisture levels doesn’t mean your skin needs any less hydration. Instead of using a face oil to secure water and ensure plump skin, swap it out for a hydrating serum. Khosa states, “Serums can be the perfect addition to your routine without making you feel like you will turn into a ball of grease as you walk outside.”
Switch 4: Never Skip Sunscreen
Without a doubt, all dermatologists agree that sunscreen is a year-round necessity. As you begin to venture outside more often, it’s crucial to use the right products. An SPF of 30 or more is the minimum you need for adequate protection. Consider opting for an on-the-go sunscreen that can be easily applied throughout the day, such as the new sunscreen stick from SKIN functional. It’s small, lightweight, easy to apply, and provides the ultimate sun protection.
Switch 5: Add an After-Sun Product
With the sun shining brightly, you can expect to spend more time outdoors, increasing your chances of sun damage. While wearing sunscreen year-round is essential, you should also add an after-sun product to help restore your skin’s barrier. A great product to try is SKIN functional’s newly launched UV Derm Post UV Exposure Repair.
Khosa concludes, “Skincare is not a one-size-fits-all journey, and when changing up your skincare routine, it’s important to first define your skin type as it currently is and your main concerns. This will help guide you on how to switch up your routine. Once you have done this, consider products that align with the above categories to assist your skin in coping through this seasonal change.”
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