SPRING SKIN REVIVAL How to bring your skin back to life after winter

As the harsh Winter weather softens into warmer Spring days, it’s the ideal time to refresh your skincare routine. Winter can be a challenging time for skin health, resulting in dry skin build up and a dull complexion. Revive your skin in time for Spring with our Spring Skin Guide below.

ASSESS YOUR SKIN WITH THE SEASON CHANGES

As seasons change, so too do your skin’s needs. Hydration is often the focus for winter to support your skin’s barrier in a season of low humidity, cold wind and increased use of heaters that literally suck the moisture out of your skin. As we come into Spring you may start to notice some small changes with the warmer days and slight increase in humidity, and it’s important to adjust your skincare products and routine accordingly.

TRANSITION TO LIGHTER SKINCARE

One of the most common changes throughout this season transition is an increase in oil production. The heavy duty creams and oils that our body craves through Winter may start to become too heavy as the weather defrosts. If you’re noticing that your skin is starting to produce excess oil it may be time to pull back on hydration and swap to a lighter skincare routine. Some simple swap ideas are:

Swap hydrating day creams for a light-weight moisturiser

If you’ve been using rich moisture creams to support your skin through winter, it may be time to swap for something a little lighter and brighter. LAMAV’s Brightening Rumex Day Cream provides hydration on a lighter scale and your skin will enjoy the benefits of brightening support from nature’s bio-actives.

If your skin type is oily, it might be time to transition back to a gel based moisturiser to support your skin’s hydration minus the oil based ingredients. LAMAV’s Skin Balancing Fluid contains water based, hydrating ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe Vera Juice, with the added benefits of antioxidant rich native actives to support skin brightening and environmental defence.

Swap Oils for Serums

Layering Oils with Moisturisers is a match made in heaven for healthy skin throughout winter, however this combination can become too much for some skin types as the weather warms. If you have normal skin you might benefit from a hydrating or brightening serum that will deliver on hydration and antioxidant defence, without the heavy residue. Try LAMAV’s Hydra-Max Serum or Daily Vitamin C Serum layered with your favourite daily moisturiser. 

If your skin is prone to oiliness or breakouts we suggest pairing our Bakuchiol Booster Serum with LAMAV’s Skin Balancing Fluid for anti-inflammatory and lightweight hydration support.

Introduce Changes Slowly

If you start to notice changes to your skin it can be tempting to rush in with a new skincare routine, but this can seriously shock your skin. Start by swapping one product at a time and giving it a week to adjust before diving in with more changes. And if a little more oiliness is the only change you’re noticing with the season, a simple reduction in the amount of product applied may be enough to balance your skin until summer arrives.

RENEW SKIN WITH EXFOLIATION

Winter is notorious for dead skin build up resulting in a dull complexion. Just as we often “Spring Clean” our home, it can also be a great time to spring clean our skin. Exfoliation is an ideal way to breakdown dry, dull buildup to reveal the Spring glow you’ve been waiting for! Exfoliating will not only refresh your skin, it will also help skin to more effectively absorb the goodness in the leave-on products you apply afterwards. The result? A serious glow up!

If you’re a sensitive skin type, opt for LAMAV’s Jojoba Exfoliating Scrub. Formulated with soft jojoba beads along with fruit derived AHA’s your skin will enjoy the smoothing benefits of a physical and chemical renewal without the irritation. 

If your skin is normal or oily you’ll want to reach for LAMAV’s Award Winning AHA Face Exfoliant. Particularly beneficial for oily and acne prone skin, our cult favourite exfoliant delivers on a two in one deep clean that will leave your skin smooth, clear and bright.

BOOST ANTIOXIDANTS INSIDE & OUT

Spring often brings an increase in sun exposure as our time outdoors becomes more frequent. Look for these antioxidants in your diet and skincare products to protect against environmental damage and promote a healthy glow. 

Vitamin C

Essential for normal skin function, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant which helps to fight the effects of ageing. It promotes a more even skin tone by protecting the skin from oxidative stress while supporting collagen production. Find it in our Daily Vitamin C Serum.

Green Tea 

Green tea helps to protect and repair the skin from the damaging and ageing effects of free radicals. It also has anti-inflammatory benefits, making it ideal for sensitive and acne prone skin types. Find it in our Bakuchiol 4% Natural Retinol Alternative.

Vitamin E

This powerful vitamin is a highly-efficient antioxidant that limits the production of free radicals and boasts photoprotective properties that may protect the skin from the damaging effects of UV exposure. Find it in our Rumex Day Cream.

Turmeric

Used traditionally in Ayurveda, turmeric root is a potent ingredient offering many benefits to  all skin types. Providing anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant support, it delivers on healing and soothing inflammatory skin conditions such as acne and psoriasis. Find it in  LAMAV’s Glow Beauty Mask.

INCREASE SUN PROTECTION

Sun protection is an all year round non negotiable, however as the days get longer and the sun becomes stronger, sun protection becomes even more crucial. Ensure you are:

• Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen from head to toe daily.
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat whenever possible.
• Incorporate makeup into your daily routine that contains natural sun protection. Mineral makeup provides a small amount of physical protection that when layered with your dedicated face SPF, provides ultimate skin defence. Try LAMAV’s BB Cream or Mineral Foundation Powder to benefit from an additional layer of nature’s natural sun block.
  
  

BRIGHTEN NATURALLY

If you really want to bring back the glow this Spring, choose products that contain nature’s natural brightening ingredients. We’ve curated the ultimate brightening skincare routine below that is suitable for all skin types, but will particularly benefit those with dull skin.

LAMAV’s Sweet Orange Balancing Cleanser

Our multi-award winning cleansing favourite is popular for a reason. Deeply clean, gently exfoliate and brighten in one refreshing cleanser. What’s not to love?! Formulated to support oily and blemish prone skin, this everyday cleanser packs a punch but is also gentle enough for all skin types. Containing fruit derived AHA’s to effectively breakdown dull skin and excess sebum, you’ll be left with a fresh and luminous appearance.

AHA Face Exfoliant

Stay on top of skin renewal while encouraging collagen production with LAMAV’s AHA Face Exfoliant. Use 2-3 time per week post cleansing to keep skin clear and bright.

LAMAV’s Daily Vitamin C Serum

As far as ‘must-have’ spring ingredients go, Vitamin C is a powerhouse. Not only is it a potent antioxidant, but it helps boost collagen production and tackle hyperpigmentation that can develop with increased sun exposure. Apply 1-2 pumps daily after cleansing and toning. Pat into skin and follow up with your daily moisturiser and SPF.

Rumex Day Cream

Your skin’s daily BFF for brightening, this advanced day cream contains powerful bio-active brighteners such as Rumex and Kakadu Plum to reduce the appearance of discolouration while delivering on lightweight hydration thanks to the inclusion of Pomegranate, Jojoba Oil and Vitamin E.

Mask for Glow

While most masks are targeted towards acne-prone or ageing skin, our Award Winning Glow Beauty mask delivers on all of the above while instantly brightening your complexion. Containing Turmeric, Vitamin C and Yellow Clay, you’ll enjoy instantly brighter skin that is brighter, smoother and more refined. 

CHOOSE SAFE SUNLESS TANNING

As the weather warms it can be tempting to soak up rays lost throughout winter, but even 15 minutes of sun exposure can start to cause damage to your skin. If you want to bask in the warm Spring rays, opt for early morning or later afternoon and don’t forget to slip, slop slap.

To boost your glow without the damage, opt for sunless tanning products that deliver on bronze while nourishing your skin. LAMAV’s sunless tanning range is infused with magnesium and nourishing bio-actives to develop a natural, undetectable tan. For a subtle spring glow pair our Gradual Tanning Moisturiser with our Face Tan serum for a Spring Glow from head to toe.