That old expression “spring is the air” has become a lasting idiom with good reason.
The good news is there is typically an improvement once spring begins.
After a long winter, our homes need a deep clean, and so does our skin.
Skin cells, especially when they’ve become dried out, can build up on the surface.
Though winter is gone, your skin will continue to shed.
Consequently, a good exfoliating regimen sets you on the right path to keep the cells consistently refreshed.
It also helps prevent pores from becoming clogged which can turn into breakouts.
Aesthetician Sonya Dakar tellsThe Cutthat people should ideally exfoliate at least once or twice a week.
Simply rub the mixture on your face in small circular motions to exfoliate.
Then, rinse and apply a moisturizer.
Thick oils and creams can clog pores and cause breakouts.
They can also be incredibly uncomfortable when the temps warm up and make you feel sweaty and look greasy.
Moisturizers that are largely water-based work well for the warmer spring months.
Hyaluronic acid-based moisturizers are also a good option since they not only make skin plumper but also boost elasticity.
However, retinoids can be harsh on the face.
This is especially true for anyone with sensitive skin and when the weather can have an impact.
In the winter when the air is dry and cold, retinoids can dry out your skin too much.
Then instead of getting the smooth skin you want, you end up with a dry and flaky face.
In fact, you shouldn’t.
Anytime you are in the sun, you should protect your skin with sunscreen, even in the winter.
The strong rays from the sun still affect your skin even when it’s freezing out.
However, many people take a break from sunscreen and only return to it during the hot summer months.
You want to be sure to use sunscreen with an SPF of 30 to 50 every day.
Make-up has a shorter shelf life than most people think.
It’s important to be extra diligent about anything that comes in direct contact with your eyes.
Mascara and liquid eyeliner are two products to be careful with since they can easily cause eye infections.
Experts say to toss them after three months.
It is also equally important to clean the makeup tools that touch your face, especially your eye area.
That can also lead to bacteria and infection.
Use a gentle cleaner to wash your brushes and then air dry them.
This will remove any residual build-up and existing bacteria.
Then once cleaned, they will be ready-to-use for all your springtime events.
