As the seasons change and warmer weather approaches, spring is the perfect time to refresh and rejuvenate your skincare routine. Just like spring cleaning your home, spring cleaning your skincare routine involves decluttering, organizing and making necessary adjustments to ensure your skin stays healthy and glowing. Take a look at our top tips to refresh your spring skincare routine just in time for summer vacation.
1. Toss Out Expired Products
The first step in spring cleaning your skincare routine is to declutter and get rid of any expired or old products. Skincare products, especially those with active ingredients like retinol or vitamin C, can lose their efficacy over time. Check the expiration dates on your products and dispose of any that are past their prime. This includes cleansers, moisturizers, serums and sunscreens.
Keep in mind that skincare products that have been exposed to intense heat, light or moisture can expire even before the date on the bottle, as these elements can cause active ingredients to break down more quickly. So if your beach bag got stuck in the back of your car for months, you might have to toss out sunscreen and any other products that may have been in there and replace them with new ones.
2. Clean Your Makeup Brushes
Clean makeup brushes are essential for maintaining healthy skin and preventing breakouts. Over time, makeup brushes can accumulate dirt, oil and bacteria, leading to skin irritation and breakouts. Take the time to clean your makeup brushes thoroughly using a gentle brush cleaner or mild soap and water. Allow them to dry completely before using them again.
If you’ve tried everything, including cleaning your makeup brushes, and are still struggling with acne or irritated skin, one of our master Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (ARPNs) would be happy to discuss the best skin treatment options to help you head into spring and summer with clear, radiant skin.
3. Make Seasonal Swaps
With the change in seasons, your skincare needs may also change. Consider making seasonal swaps in your skincare routine to address specific concerns. For example, we often recommend that our clients who don’t have severely dry skin switch to a lighter moisturizer for the warmer months to prevent excess oiliness. We also often recommend incorporating medical-grade hydrating serums to combat dryness caused by increased sun exposure this time of year.
4. Schedule In-Office Treatments
Spring is the perfect time to schedule in-office skincare treatments to refresh and revitalize your skin. Treatments like facials, peels, microneedling or laser therapies can target concerns like dark spots, lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and texture and more. Our skincare experts can create a customized treatment plan for you based on your skin type and specific needs.
5. Commit to Daily SPF
While sunscreen should be a year-round staple in your skincare routine, warmer weather in spring serves as a great reminder of its importance. Check your sunscreen stash to ensure you have plenty of broad-spectrum SPF on hand that is not expired. Remember to apply sunscreen generously to all exposed areas of skin and reapply every two hours when outdoors or after swimming.
Ready to treat your skin to a spring refresh? Call our Sarasota office at 941-955-8384 or contact us online to schedule a consultation today to discuss your spring skincare goals.
