The flowers are blooming and the air is getting warmer—spring is finally here! As the seasons transition, now is the time to take a look at your current skincare routine and make same changes. During winter, skin tends to become easily dehydrated and irritated due to harsh environmental factors and extreme weather fluctuations. Now that the icy months are finally over, here are some winter skin habits you need to ditch.
Stop: Hiding under scarfs, hats and coats
Start: Basking in the sun – with broad spectrum SPF
Your winter-worn skin is craving bright, warming sunshine. And, you’re happy to oblige by swapping your cold weather garb for sundresses, shorts and tank tops. Even if you’re not hitting the beach on spring break, your exposed skin needs protection this time of the year. Pick the MyChelle Sun Shield SPF 28, with zinc oxide to hydrate and protect your skin. It’s a light, safe and eco-friendly alternative to harsh, chemical-laden sunscreens.†
Stop: Relying on heavy creams and lotions
Start: Applying hydrating gels and nutrient-rich oils
Nothing feels better on the skin during those bitter-cold winter months than a rich, luxurious moisturizer—but when spring arrives, skin can benefit when you switch to a lighter hydrator. Keeping the skin moisturized is crucial, so don’t skip the hydration. Simply incorporate MyChelle Serious Hyaluronic Firming Gel into your daily routine to increase your skin’s moisture content while also firming and tightening. Hyaluronic acid replenishes skin’s moisture reserves as cell-renewing copper mineral tightens skin, improves elasticity and stimulates collagen synthesis.†
Another great option for creating a heavy, occlusive feeling on the skin is using facial oils as your moisturizer. Try the Advanced Argan Oil, which naturally fights the signs of aging with a blend of non-greasy, 100% organic superfood oils that deliver ultra-conditioning essential fatty acids and vitamin E to minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Skin, body and hair are boosted with mega-moisture for a luminous glow.
Stop: Scrubbing
Start: Peeling
Exfoliation year round is beneficial, but sometimes switching between physical exfoliates (like scrubs) and chemical exfoliates (like peels) can help increase your treatment benefits. Peels are called “chemical” because they cause a chemical reaction within your skin, dissolving and releasing an intercellular glue that hangs onto the dead skin cells that sit on the surface of skin. Peels are wonderful treatment options for all skin types and are excellent at not only increasing cell turnover but also for diminishing fine lines and wrinkles.
Dust off winter dullness with the Fruit Fiesta Peel. It helps renew a youthful glow and texture with multi-fruit acids and 7% lactic acid. A potent alpha-hydroxy acid blend smoothes the look of wrinkles, leaving skin feeling refreshed and invigorated, with a light tingling sensation. Raspberry fruit oil conditions the skin while reducing redness and irritation.The perfect recipe for reviving lackluster winter skin!
†These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.