Spring is around the corner, and like every season, we need to prepare in advance for the changes our skin will experience. As the weather warms with the local climate on the horizon, now it’s the perfect time to reevaluate your skincare routine and make sure it’s set for the season ahead.
If you are wondering how you can transition your skin from cold, dry weather to warmer temps — and protect your glow? Dr. Mark McKenna, Chief Medical Officer and Founder of OVME Aesthetics, has shared with HOLA! USA five tips to get your skin bright and glowing for Spring 2022.
Lighten up
“Your skincare routine should mimic your wardrobe,” Dr. McKenna says. “Lighter in the warmer months, heavier in the colder months.” Avoid thick creams and heavy cleansers, and opt for more gentle products.
Don’t skip the moisturizer
It’s a myth that you don’t need to moisturize when it’s warm outside. “Moisturize no matter what, even if your skin is oily,” Dr. McKenna says. “Moisturizer protects the skin from harmful pollutants and chemicals that can irritate and dry out the skin.”
Cue a combo
Products that serve a dual purpose are ideal for spring; making fewer products further helps lighten the load. Considering the necessity of moisturizer (see tip #2 above), try a tinted moisturizer-SPF combo like Revision’s Intellishade Original as it hydrates, protects, and adds a touch of color all in one swipe.
Take your vitamins (or better yet, apply them)
Vitamin C is vital in warmer weather to prevent hyperpigmentation. Plus, it’s an antioxidant, so it can help thwart damage from UV rays (remember what we said about products being dual-purpose?) Try it in the form of a serum, like OVME Boost.
Read your labels
Just like you’d check a nutrition label to keep your bikini body in shape, read the labels on your skincare products too. “Makeup should be non-comedogenic,” Dr. McKenna says. Simply put, this means the product is free of poor-quality ingredients that clog pores.
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