Spring is here! If winter was a time of hibernation for your skin, now is the moment to wake it up and prep your face, neck and décolletage for the warmer months. After the cold, our skin is often left feeling dry, dull and prone to breakouts. The good news? A few simple changes can repair winter damage and reset your complexion. It’s time to spring clean your skin. 1. Upgrade your cleanser Dry skin is an unfortunate side effect of the colder months, leaving your complexion looking dull. Start your spring routine with a gentle cleanser that respects your skin’s moisture levels, and exfoliate two to three times a week to loosen dead skin cells and reveal a brighter complexion. Don’t forget to take your routine down to your neck and décolletage, morning and night. Recommended products: Ultraceuticals Ultra Gentle Exfoliating Gel: buffs away surface impurities without stripping skin, with jojoba esters and AHAs to help decongest Ultraceuticals Ultra B2 Micellar Cleansing Water: a gentle, no-rinse cleanse for sensitive or dehydrated skin Thalgo Micellar Cleansing Water: removes makeup and impurities while leaving skin soft and fresh 2. Add a vitamin C serum Vitamin C serums help support collagen and keep your skin looking bright and plump, and they work beautifully alongside your daily SPF to defend against environmental damage. Recommended products: Ultraceuticals Ultra C+ Rejuvenating C Chebula Serum: a great introduction to vitamin C Ultraceuticals Ultra C23 Firming Concentrate: a high-strength vitamin C serum with peptides for greater firmness and resilience Ultraceuticals Ultra C Firming Eye Cream: for the delicate eye area Explore the full Ultra C Firming range. 3. Swap out heavy moisturisers As the temperatures rise, switch to a lighter moisturiser. In warmer, more humid weather, rich creams can leave skin looking oily. A lighter texture keeps skin hydrated without feeling coated. Recommended products: Thalgo Hydrating Cooling Gel-Cream: deep, long-lasting hydration in a light gel texture Thalgo Intense Moisture Quenching Serum: layer underneath for an extra hit of hydration Ultraceuticals Ultra Hydrating Lotion: lightweight daily moisture Browse the Thalgo Source Marine range or all moisturisers. 4. Have makeup-free days Give your skin a few makeup-free days each week. Heavy foundations and powders can clog pores, especially when combined with sweat, leaving skin prone to breakouts. If you’d still like a little coverage, a light tinted SPF is a great alternative. Recommended product: Ultraceuticals Ultra UV Protection Daily Moisturiser SPF30 Sheer Tint: hydration, sun protection and a sheer, natural-looking tint in one step. 5. Protect your skin We should be wearing sunscreen all year round, but once the spring sun is out in full force it’s more important than ever. Apply SPF daily and reapply throughout the day, especially if you’re outdoors. Recommended products: Ultraceuticals Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF50 Hydrating: for normal to dry skin Ultraceuticals Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF50 Mattifying: for oily or combination skin Shop all sun protection, or read our guide to the best sunscreens. 6. Treat your skin to some tech Laser Genesis Laser Genesis softens the appearance of fine lines, sun damage and pigmentation, along with facial redness, acne and scarring, for a beautifully luminous finish. It’s the treatment of choice in the lead-up to the warmer months, when more skin is on show. Ask our team about any current Laser Genesis offers. Celluma LED Light Therapy Celluma LED is a gentle, no-downtime treatment that supports collagen production and calms breakouts. It’s a great add-on to any facial. 7. Switch out your wardrobe (and protect your neck) With the warmer days come lighter outfits, and spring wardrobes show a lot more skin. Get your neck, décolletage and body looking their best before the season really hits. Keep your body hydrated with Thalgo 24H Hydrating Body Milk, and if your neck is sensitive to that sudden burst of sunshine, a silk scarf is an easy way to protect it and look glamorous at the same time. Enjoyed this guide? Head to our Journal for more skincare tips, or read From Winter to Spring: 6 ways to change up your skincare. Live in Christchurch? Start with a skin consultation, book an appointment online, meet the team, or browse our online store for some skincare retail therapy.
