As winter fades and spring brings warmer days, your skin’s needs change along with the season. The cold, dry air of winter often leaves skin feeling dehydrated and dull, making spring the perfect time to refresh your skincare routine. With increased humidity, higher temperatures, and more time spent outdoors, your skin requires extra attention to stay balanced, hydrated, and protected. Here are some essential spring skincare tips to help you achieve that fresh, dewy glow.

1. Switch to a Lighter Moisturizer
During winter, heavy creams help combat dryness, but spring’s higher humidity levels mean your skin may need something lighter. Opt for a gel-based or water-based moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated without feeling greasy.

2. Don’t Skip Sunscreen
With longer, sunnier days, UV exposure increases. Even if you weren’t diligent about SPF in the winter, now is the time to make it a daily habit. Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to protect your skin from premature aging and sun damage.

3. Exfoliate for a Fresh Start
Spring is all about renewal, and your skin benefits from shedding dead cells accumulated over winter. A gentle exfoliation 2-3 times a week with a mild scrub or an enzyme-based exfoliant will help reveal brighter, smoother skin.

4. Hydrate from Within
With rising temperatures, it’s essential to increase your water intake. Hydrated skin starts from the inside out, so drink plenty of water and eat water-rich foods like cucumbers, watermelon, and oranges.

5. Treat Yourself to a Professional Facial
For the ultimate skin refresh, visit Venelle Salon and Spa in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Their expert estheticians offer customized facials that help rejuvenate your skin after the harsh winter months. Plus, you can enjoy a complimentary chocolate hydrating or strawberry rhubarb masque with any facial this season!

6. Adjust Your Makeup Routine
Swap heavy foundations for lightweight, breathable options like tinted moisturizers or BB creams with SPF. This will keep your skin looking fresh while allowing it to breathe.

7. Pamper Your Skin with Antioxidants
Springtime means more exposure to environmental pollutants, so boost your skincare routine with antioxidant-rich serums containing vitamin C or green tea extract. These ingredients help combat free radicals and keep your skin looking radiant.

8. Keep Your Lips and Hands Hydrated
While focusing on your face, don’t forget your lips and hands! Use a nourishing lip balm with SPF and keep your hands moisturized, especially after frequent washing.

Spring is a time of renewal, and your skincare routine should reflect that. Take the opportunity to refresh, protect, and pamper your skin so it looks and feels its best. And if you’re in Brooklyn, don’t forget to book a rejuvenating facial at Venelle Salon and Spa to kickstart your spring glow. Call 718.989.9800 to schedule your appointment today!