Skincare

September 16, 2024

Spring Skincare: 6 Essential Skincare Steps for the Switch from Winter to Spring

Spring is finally here in the Southern Hemisphere, which means it's time to refresh your skincare routine to adapt to the changing weather. In New Zealand and Australia, the shift from winter to spring brings warmer temperatures, higher humidity, and increased UV exposure.

Understanding these changes is key to maintaining healthy skin as the season evolves. Here’s what you need to know and do to make your skincare transition seamless.

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Hydration is Still Key

Hydration is always important—no matter the season. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not about completely changing your moisturisers unless your skin feels overly greasy or congested from richer creams or added face oils. It’s more about ensuring that your products balance your skin barrier.

Only 13% of the water we consume makes it to our skin’s hydration—the rest is used by other organs. This is why topical hydration is critical to keeping your skin soft and plump. Maintaining a balanced skin barrier ensures hydration is locked in, without irritation or overproduction of oils.

What to do:

If your winter products feel too heavy, switch to lighter moisturizers. Look for ingredients such as hyaluronic acid that hydrate without feeling greasy.
Keep your skin barrier balanced to ensure your skin holds moisture effectively.

How to know if your skin barrier is balanced?

If, after washing your face, your skin feels soft and comfortable—not tight or overly dry—and active ingredients like vitamins don’t cause flakiness or irritation, your barrier is in good shape. Balanced skin is less prone to redness, breakouts, and environmental sensitivity.

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Exfoliate Gently to Renew the Skin

Winter can leave your skin feeling dull and flaky due to dry air and reduced exposure to natural sunlight. Spring is the perfect time to gently exfoliate and reveal fresh, glowing skin.

What to do:

Introduce different enzyme treatments such as peels or cleansers. These are gentler on the skin compared to traditional physical peels and scrubs, helping to dissolve dead skin cells without causing irritation.

Enzyme exfoliants, often derived from fruits like papaya or pineapple, break down the keratin in dead skin cells, promoting cell turnover. This smooths out the skin’s texture and allows other skincare products to penetrate more effectively, making your routine more efficient.

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Welcome Back SPF

While 10-15 minutes of healthy sun exposure for your body without sunscreen is beneficial for vitamin D absorption, your face should always be protected with sunscreen to prevent premature aging and skin damage. Combining sunscreen with antioxidants like vitamin C can further protect your skin by neutralizing the free radicals generated by UV exposure.

What to do:

Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen daily to your face, even if you’re just stepping out for a short time. Opt for SPF 30 or higher, and remember to reapply throughout the day.
Ensure that your sunscreen provides protection against both UVA and UVB rays.

What’s the difference between UVA & UVB?

UVA: These rays don’t produce heat, so you can’t feel them on your skin, but they penetrate deeply into the dermal layers, damaging collagen and elastin cells, leading to premature aging, fine lines, and wrinkles.

UVB: These rays hold heat, which you can feel on your skin. UVB rays only penetrate the epidermis (the outer layer), but they’re responsible for sunburns and can contribute to skin cancer.

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Balance Your Skin’s Oil Production

The transition from cooler to warmer weather can cause your skin’s oil production to increase, potentially leading to breakouts if not managed properly. Sebaceous glands, which produce oil, become more active in warmer weather. Deep cleansing helps remove dirt and harmful bacteria, but stripping too much oil can disrupt your skin’s balance. When this happens, your skin compensates by producing even more oil, leading to clogged pores and breakouts.

What to do:

Use balancing cleansers with natural cleansing agents. These deep-cleanse your skin by eliminating bad bacteria without stripping away your natural oils. After cleansing, focus on supporting your skin’s oil production with lightweight hydrating products or oils that mimic your skin’s natural sebum, like jojoba or squalane.

Natural oils like jojoba or squalane are non-comedogenic and mimic the skin’s natural sebum, helping to regulate oil production without clogging pores. This ensures your skin remains hydrated, healthy, and less prone to excess oil production.

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Reintroduce Essential Vitamins

As sun exposure increases, your skin benefits from a mix of powerful vitamins that protect, repair, and support overall skin health. Incorporating vitamins A, C, and B3 into your skincare routine can make a big difference.

What to do:

Vitamin A: The skin’s favorite form of Vitamin A is Retinyl Palmitate—safe, gentle, and effective. Unlike retinol, which is alcohol-based and can be harsh on the skin, Retinyl Palmitate converts into Retinol, Retinaldehyde, and finally Retinoic Acid when your skin needs it. It’s stable in UV light and provides consistent results without irritation.
We also recommend beta-carotene, a precursor to Vitamin A, which helps other forms work more effectively while providing excellent antioxidant action.
Vitamin C: Known for its antioxidant properties, Vitamin C regulates skin function and stimulates collagen production, protecting your skin from environmental damage.
Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide): This multitasking vitamin strengthens Langerhans cells, which play a role in reducing inflammation and redness. It also helps prevent melanin uptake, which can lead to hyperpigmentation.

In short

Vitamin A speeds up the skin’s natural exfoliation process and stimulatess collagen & elastin production.
Vitamin C neutralizes free radicals and promotes collagen synthesis.
Vitamin B3 supports your skin’s natural barrier, making it more resilient.

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Support Your Skin’s Microbiome

Your skin’s microbiome—a delicate balance of good bacteria—plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin. As the seasons change, especially with warmer and more humid spring weather, supporting your skin’s microbiome with prebiotics and probiotics can help keep it balanced and resilient.

What to do:

Introduce prebiotics and probiotics. Look for skincare products that include these ingredients to strengthen your skin’s natural microbiota. Prebiotics feed the good bacteria, while probiotics introduce beneficial bacteria to the skin.

Your skin is home to billions of microorganisms that form a protective barrier, helping to ward off harmful bacteria and reduce inflammation. Prebiotics provide nourishment for the good bacteria already living on your skin, while probiotics introduce new, beneficial bacteria. Together, they maintain a healthy balance, preventing irritation, acne, and other skin conditions caused by a disrupted microbiome.

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Embrace the Change

Just like you adjust your wardrobe and activities with the changing seasons, your skincare routine deserves the same attention. Make the right adjustments to feel comfortable in your skin, protect it, and maintain a radiant glow. Remember, skincare is about listening to your skin and making changes as needed.

As always, we’re here to help. Explore our carefully curated selection of natural and intelligent skincare products, and book a consultation with our expert Anneli for personalized advice tailored to your skin’s unique needs.

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September 16, 2024