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During the winter, the skin of the face is tired of extreme weather conditions and temperature changes. But she has not yet got used to the warm weather and the sun of spring. We will show you how to ease her transition into the new season and find adequate care.
How does your skin feel after winter?
In winter, the skin becomes drier and more vulnerable. Temperature fluctuations, wind and precipitation increase its sensitivity and break the natural protective barrier. But with the onset of heat, everything changes. It’s not surprising that:
the textures you used in the winter seem too heavy now;
areas around the nose and on the chin begin to shine;
due to a lack of vitamins and trace elements, the skin may look dull;
increased need for UV protection.
Given all these circumstances, dermatologists advise in the spring and autumn to audit the beauty arsenal.
Answer the questions of the test to find out what cosmetics you need right now.
How to take care of your skin in spring
What should be skin care in spring? The main care steps remain the same:
purification;
toning;
moisturizing;
UV protection.
Purification
In addition to washing twice a day, do not forget about exfoliation using peels and non-aggressive scrubs once a week.
humidification
At temperatures above +5 °C, change the means of dense consistency to light emulsions, fluids.
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antioxidants: resveratrol, vitamins C and E, coenzyme Q10;
moisturizing ingredients: hyaluronic acid, squalane, glycerin;
sugars: mannose, rhamnose;
oils and plant extracts.
Protection from ultraviolet radiation
“In the spring, even in cloudy weather, UV radiation is the main factor that accelerates skin aging,” Aleksey Mironenko warns. “So protecting your youth is protecting your skin from the sun.”
Don’t forget sunscreen.
When choosing a cream with SPF, pay attention to the number next to the abbreviation. It indicates the percentage of UVB rays that the product blocks. By the way, the maximum degree of protection is 50.
Guarantee of greater reliability of the product: PA factors (PPD) and confirmation on the packaging of the function of protection against UV-A rays penetrating deep into the skin (abbreviation UVA in a circle).
Features of facial skin care, taking into account its type
Dry
It’s just as important to take care of hydration. In the morning – with the help of serum and cream, in the evening – with the help of a night cream-mask. As an additional care, fabric and cream masks are suitable 1-2 times a week. All products must contain moisture-retaining substances.
Sensitive
Your skin takes longer to adapt to new weather conditions. Help her embrace change without stress by adding toners and calming serums. Look for fragrance- and alcohol-free products.
Combined
Add tonics to your beauty routine: ampoule concentrates, peptide serums, boosters. Pay attention to deep cleansing of the T-zone.
Oily
You will need light textures (gel, fluid, emulsion) and thorough, but gentle cleansing – no “squeaky” effect. Avoid dehydration of the skin, use cosmetics with algae extracts, hyaluronic acid, phospholipids.
Review of the best beauty products for skin care in spring
Help your skin adapt to the changing seasons with a skin care program made up of essential products – the best, according to the editors of Healthy-Food.
Masks
Choose moisturizing and soothing masks, especially night (sleeping pack) and fabric ones are useful.
Night use 1-2 times a week instead of night cream for intense repair and hydration.
Use cloth as needed. And in the spring, when the skin especially suffers from a lack of vitamins and minerals, you can resort to their help daily.
Sheet mask for dry sensitive skin “Moisturizing + aquabomb”, Garnier
The base of the mask is impregnated with a gel with hyaluronic acid and pomegranate extract. Moisturizes the skin, reduces redness, soothes.
Revitalizing night cream and mask for intense oxygenation of the skin Slow Age, Vichy
Night cream and mask in one jar. Two powerful antioxidants baicalin and resveratrol are the main active ingredients in the formula. They help the skin cope with the damage accumulated during the day, saturate it with oxygen. The skin becomes fresh and rested.
Creams
In the spring, choose products of a light consistency. They can be used for dry, oily and combination skin.
Hydra Zen Soothing Cream for All Skin Types, SPF 15, Lancôme
The composition has everything you need to moisturize and comfort the skin – ceramides, extracts of French rose, moringa, Chinese peony. Plus a sunscreen, which even in early spring is indispensable.
Moisture Genius Facial Aquafluid for dry and sensitive skin, L’Oréal Paris
The formula is 82% water. The list of ingredients includes hyaluronic acid, glycerin and aloe extract. The fluid intensively moisturizes the skin.
Gels
Water-based gels reduce the risk of clogged pores, so they are great for oily and combination skin.
Hyaluronic aloe face gel, Garnier
The gel is intended for active moisturizing care for normal and combination skin. Very light, pleasant, refreshing texture, 96% natural ingredients, including naturally occurring hyaluronic acid and organic aloe vera. The skin is saturated with moisture, becomes smooth and velvety to the touch. Can be used as a day and night care and as a mask.
Correcting cream-gel for problem skin with tinting effect Effaclar Duo (+), La Roche-Posay
Evens out skin tone, masks post-acne marks and enlarged pores, reduces sebum production.
Spring Care Tips
Pay attention to these recommendations and do not forget to regularly care for your skin.
Do a deep cleansing of your skin once a week.
Use sheet masks for the face if the skin has lost its tone and radiance.
After using the scrub, apply facial oil. If you feel that your skin lacks moisture, add a couple of drops of oil to your day cream.
Don’t forget sunscreen.
Eat five servings of colorful fruits and vegetables daily.
Drink clean non-carbonated water at the rate of at least 1,5 liters per day.
Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from UV radiation.