As we transition into a new season, naturally our skincare regime needs to adjust. The changing weather and temperatures play an important part in our skin, hair and makeup needs, especially when winter ends and spring arrives, bringing with it warmer days.
As we’re soon to enter the glorious and long-awaited springtime, we’ve begun considering which products we’ll be retiring now that winter is becoming a distant memory and which ones we should pick up to update our skincare routine.
Considering we use slightly thicker creams in winter for heavily nourishing effects, springtime is all about looking for lighter alternatives that consider sweat and sun damage while continuing to hydrate.
We've done a guide into the kind of products we’ll be coveting this spring and think you’d want to try to improve your skincare game.
Cleanser: Biome Creamy Jelly Cleanser
If you’re a lover of rich, balmy cleaners but regularly find that your skin starts to react and break out during the change of seasons, then it might be time to switch in favour of a lighter cleanser. Consider a lighter cream, lotion or gel formula instead of a balm, as whilst brilliant, balm cleansers can leave a residue on the skin and cause annoying reactions in the aftermath.
Our April recommendation is the BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser, as it gently and effectively cleanses your skin from all the nastiness of the day whilst keeping your skin barrier protected. Infused with a tri-ceramide complex combined with antioxidant-rich liquorice root and green tea extract, this cleanser will deeply nourish your skin and leave it with an undeniable glow.
Exfoliator: Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Sometimes the skin might seem a little dull, and it's during these times that you may want to consider shaking up your exfoliation routine — or add one if you haven’t started yet!
Typically, opting for a chemical-based exfoliator will help remove any dead skin cells without stripping your skin or damaging the surface of it.
Start slowly, by using an exfoliator 1 to 2 times a week initially, before slowly building up its use if you think it’s needed.
We like the Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant as it’s a perfect addition to your skincare armoury. Perfect for blemish-prone, oily or combination skin types, this formula is laced with BHA sakysic acid to remove dead skin cells on the surface and within the pores while its anti-inflammatory properties reduce blemishes for a clearer complexion.
Serum: REN Clean Skincare Glow & Protect Serum
During springtime, serums are destined to become your best friend. Formulated with a light texture and packed with hydration, serums can easily be layered to your heart’s content. Perfect for the warmer months, serums are a skincare necessity.
For this upcoming spring, we think the REN Clean Skincare Glow & Protect Serum is a cocktail of all skin-loving essentials. Formulated with vitamin E for rich nourishment and an array of brightening agents like vitamin C, juicy dragon fruit and natural antioxidant pomegranate, this serum promises radiant results within two weeks of regular use.
Moisturiser: LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturiser
No skincare list would be complete without mentioning the importance of moisturiser. With an array of textures and formulas available, it can be tricky to decide which type will work best on your skin.
After winter, the changing temperatures can leave your skin feeling drier than usual, so investing in a hydrating moisturiser that has a combination of ingredients to hydrate, draw in moisture and help smooth the skin will be the way to go this spring.
The Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturiser by LANEIGE is a perfect choice for this changing season, as it has a light formula that will deeply hydrate thanks to the star ingredient hyaluronic acid — expect it to strengthen the skin barrier and reduce redness.
SPF: The INKEY List SPF30 Sunscreen 100% Mineral UV Filters 50ml
Last and foremost, the most important element in the list is SPF. Protecting your skin from the sun's rays is highly important, especially now that the days are becoming sunnier and longer, meaning that you have to consider protecting your skin throughout the upcoming days.
Consider a 30-50 factor sunscreen as your final step in your skincare routine and for a a light, non-sticky texture, we think the best option for spring is the INKEY List SPF30 Sunscreen 100% Mineral UV Filters which is vegan, fragrance-free and offers a broad spectrum of UVA and UVB protection.
Perfect for all types of skin, this SPF is destined to become a holy grail in your skincare repertoire far beyond springtime.
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