The springtime is a beautiful season. The snow is melting and each day brings a little more sunshine into our lives. So, despite the days getting warmer and the flowers starting to bloom we have to be honest…our skin also starts to freak out. When the season calls for a midday outfit change because our weather app can’t keep up and a whole box of tissues just to keep us sane, it's safe to assume our skin is going to need some major TLC.
Let’s start with our cleansers. Unless is you’re trying to wash off a heavy sunscreen or a heavy makeup look there is little to no need to use soap in your face cleanser. But not all face cleansers are created equal and Amala Silkening Creamy Moisture Cleanse is the queen of the cleansers, especially this time of year. Not only is it free of fragrances and any known irritants, the Silkening Creamy Moisture Cleanse is loaded with all natural yet highly effective, skin-saving ingredients such as AHAs to thoroughly dissolve impurities while lifting away makeup and pore-clogging debris, and moisture-rich plant seeds and oils to renew the skin's protective barrier for a refreshed, supple complexion.
Now that our skin is cleansed it’s important to balance our pH with a toner and Murad Hydrating Toner is a perfect go-to product all throughout the year. Along with ingredients to help you get the most out of your cleansing routine, this hydrating toner also has cucumber extract to help calm your skin and peach extract to help keep your skin soft during what is still very dry and confusing weather.
After you let your toner sink in and balance your skin, this is when your serums come into play. Serums are specifically designed with ingredients that penetrate the skin’s surface in ways that toners and heavier product can’t. Because of this, skin experts suggest applying a Vitamin C serum directly after toner so it can perform at full capacity and provide you with the best results. That is why DCL C Scape High Potency Serum 25 is an ideal serum option. This serum has a concentration of 25% Vitamin C combined with essential moisturizers to rejuvenate your face. You'll notice a more radiant complexion, fine lines and wrinkles greatly diminished, and have smoother, younger looking skin within the first few weeks of use. Each product supports one another – the hydrating toner hydrates beneath the skin while the serum simultaneously locks in the moisture and improves your complexion, creating the perfect base for your favorite light weight moisturizer. You get to experience all the benefits from brightening, toning, protecting and texture correcting to the light moisture and barrier protection of the cleanser while allowing your pores to breathe.
Another serum that is perfect for this awkward weather is the Murad Sensitive Skin Soothing Serum. Whether you have a sunburn, just got waxed, or experience tight dry skin after washing your face this calming serum may just be your new best friend. Prolonged irritation can lead to pigmentation and uneven skin texture so don’t just wish it away, listen to your skin. This serum uses calming ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and glycolipids along with ginseng root to mimic the effects of a moisturizer and quiet irritation all while allowing your skin to fully absorb other products so you can take on the day!
One of the most important yet most neglected part of skincare is your under-eye area. Most people subconsciously ignore this area of their skin due to the delicate nature of the skin and it being easily prone to aging and damage more than the rest of the skin. La Roche-Posay Substiane Eyes De-Puffing Replenishing Care not only contains Arginine and Serine, ingredients known to capture water on the surface, to smooth and hydrate skin, but it also has 5% concentration of Pro-Xylane, an environmentally friendly ingredient used to keep skin plump by reducing wrinkles, increasing elasticity, and improving hydration. This under eye treatment can help treat and soothe even the most sensitive of skin, assuring that you will look bright eyed and bushy tailed even after an entire night of binge watching your favorite TV show!
A step that is not only highly necessary no matter the time of year but slightly tricky during transitional seasons is how you take off your makeup. With the eye area being even more prone to irritation during the late winter and early spring, an oil cleanser is going to be your best friend. Use the Glowbiotics Probiotic Nourishing Gel to Oil Cleanser to gently remove your eye makeup and then follow with the La Roche-Posay Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin on cotton pads to take off the rest. This gentle yet effective method is an amazing makeup removal option because the oil cleanser melts away stubborn mascara while the micellar water picks up makeup, dirt, and oil like a magnet without upsetting your moisture barrier. It also eliminates the need for rubbing which is one of the worst things you can do on any part of your skin.
With the right care and attention, you can take back control over your skin during this awkward transitional weather. Whether you’re getting ready to head off to spring break or totally OWN your Easter party, flawless soft and clear skin is always the best accessory!
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