Spring into Glowing Skin this Season

Here are some tips for improving skin health as we move into warmer and sunnier weather this season:

Exfoliate your skin: Exfoliating your skin removes dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and improves skin texture. Regular exfoliation also leaves skin looking brighter, and improves the absorption of topical products such as moisturizers and serums. Our favorite product for exfoliation is our own Luminaria AHA Cleanser.

Wear sunscreen: As redundant as this might sound, wear sunscreen every day, even on cloudy days. Clouds might partially block the sun, but harmful UV rays can still easily penetrate through clouds and cause skin damage. Wearing a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 35+ will reduce premature aging of the skin. A tinted vs non-tinted, sunscreen also gives superior protection against UV rays. Remember to reapply every 2 hours if in direct sun. Recommended sunscreens are ELTA MD Tinted, Colorscience Sunforgettable, and for more coverage, IT Cosmetics CC Cream.

Use a lighter moisturizer: While thick, lipid rich moisturizers helped hydrate your skin in the dry winter, continued use of these products in warmer months can leave a heavy and greasy layer of product on your skin. To ensure your skin stays hydrated while not being weighed down, opt for a lighter moisturizer this season. Some light moisturizers we recommend include: ALASTIN HA Immerse Serum and REJURAN Turnover Ampoule.

 Hydrate and Nourish your body: Proper hydration is essential for organ function, including your skin! Ensure you are drinking at least 72 oz of water each day to achieve maximum health benefits. In addition to hydration, eating foods rich with antioxidants such as fresh berries and fruits nourish your body with essential vitamins and nutrients that will work wonders for your skin.

Wear a UPF hat when outside: Did you know that clothing does not protect you from UV rays? Wearing a hat and clothing with UPF properties when outside for extended periods of time will significantly reduce the amount of UV damage to your skin.