With the spring season setting in, modifying your skincare routine is important. Spring season is synonymous with summer as the temperature rises and takes away your glow. Prolonged exposure to the sun can cause sunburn and cause allergies on the skin. So if you are rummaging through the right skincare routine your search ends here. Here are some of the skincare tips to follow in spring:
- Say No To Heavy Foundations
Spring is not the right season to apply heavy foundations owing to the temperature and humidity. Thick foundations block the pores of your skin and can cause breakouts. Hence opt for light foundations, BB cream, CC cream or mineral powder foundations.
- Opt For Light Moisturizer Rather Than Cream
Heavy creams prevent dry skin and keep you hydrated in winter but with a shift in season, your skincare products should also be modified. Heavy creams can block the dead skin cells in spring and can make your skin appear patchy. Therefore opt for gel-based moisturizers that are lightweight with ceramides as they get easily absorbed into your skin.
- Use Pro Peel
Pro peel is a chemical treatment that deeply cleanses your skin and exfoliates it. With the harsh sun damaging the skin and making your skin lifeless, going for a pro peel is beneficial. It wards off the dead skin cells, replenishes your skin, keeps blemishes at bay, reduces the dark spots and removes the outer layer of the skin. It also boosts collagen production and gives your skin an even skin tone.
- Hydrate Yourself
Keeping yourself hydrated is of paramount importance irrespective of the season. Drink at least 6-8 glasses of water every day. Also rose water is good for hydrating your skin. It calms your skin from the sunburns and rejuvenates your skin. It is packed with anti-inflammatory properties and can balance the pH of your skin. You can also opt for honey and curd to hydrate your skin.
- Exfoliate Your Skin
Exfoliating your skin is very important in summer and spring as you perspire more in this season. Opt for skincare products that contain fruit acids as they are packed with AHA( alpha hydroxy acids) which are considered good for exfoliation. Go for fruit acids like grapes, papaya, pineapple, or pumpkin.
Exfoliate your face once a week to get rid of dead skin cells, grime and oil. You can also exfoliate your face using natural ingredients like coffee and sugar to make your skin look fresh and glowy.
- Include Antioxidants Into Your Diet
Vitamin C is a good source of antioxidants that keep fine lines and wrinkles away. It also boosts collagen production which decreases with age, stress and change in weather. Apply orange peel, lemon juice and strawberries as they keep your skin firm and fight skin damage and are nutrient-dense making your skin radiant. To make a homemade face pack make a paste of 1 tsp of ground orange peel and mix it with aloe vera gel and ½ tsp of lemon juice. Apply it on your face and let it dry and then rinse it off with water.
- Go For Water-Based Serums
Oil-based serums are highly beneficial for winters as they provide a protective layer to retain moisture whereas in spring and summer use water-based serums as they contain highly concentrated nutrients and antioxidants your skin requires. Water-based serums are lightweight and are easily absorbed into your skin. Dermatologists suggest using water-based serums as they are packed with antioxidants and vitamin C that prevent your skin from sunburns, sun damage and premature aging.
- Use A High-SPF Sunscreen
There is no season when you do not need sunscreen. The UVA and UVB rays can damage your skin so use a sunscreen that offers at least SPF 50 and is water resistant. Make a point of applying sunscreen every day before stepping out in the sun.
- Use Hydrating Masks
Use hydrating masks like aloe vera or strawberry masks that refresh you and soothe your skin. If you have skin problems like eczema or rosacea, talk to your dermatologist for a skin care regimen to soothe your inflammation and redness.
Final Thoughts
As the temperature begins to get hot and humid in sprin your skin tends to get dull and lifeless so follow a good skincare regimen and use the right skincare products to get healthy skin.
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