After a long winter, the skin needs a certain kind of care in the spring.
You should always look into the bathroom cabinet and your make-up bag at least when the seasons change. Pictured is Bella Hadid. All Over Press
What kind of things does the skin benefit from in spring? We asked a professional what kind of care the skin really needs now.
– I warmly recommend visiting a professional, so to speak, to shed the winter fur from the skin after winter, advises the beautician Karolina Rae From the Long Lasting Beauty salon located in Ullanlinna, Helsinki.
A professional can advise you on what kind of products are suitable for your skin and how to proceed.
The skin needs different routines, products and care in different seasons. Pictured is Zoë Kravitz. All Over Press
Rae also emphasizes that the skin should not be overtreated.
– Don’t overtreat the skin, it’s important to rely on the so-called five-finger technique, i.e. one-handed tactics, he advises.
– So this means that you regularly have a maximum of five products in use at one time, that’s enough. These are: a cleansing product, an exfoliating product, a serum, a moisturizer and an SPF product during the day, Rae specifies.
Many skin experts recommend year-round use of sunscreen. Pictured is Elsa Hosk. All Over Press
In addition, he recommends slightly more effective exfoliation after winter and reminds, among other things, of the important daily use of sunscreen.
– Sunscreen should be applied no later than when the sun is shining, even if the weather is still cool, Rae emphasizes.
If you are in a hurry, you should choose a multifunctional product that does many things at the same time: tones, protects from the sun and cares for the skin.
When you change skin care products in different seasons: do it in moderation, so that the skin doesn’t get irritated and it has time to react to the changes. Pictured is Leonie Hanne. All Over Press
Rae lists the most common mistakes that Finns make in their skin care especially in spring.
– The use of sunscreen is forgotten when it’s not yet warm, he says.
The second is related to the compositions of the products that are used regularly.
– Product formulations are often lightened too late, allowing the skin to clog.
REMEMBER
5 products that beautician Karoliina Rae recommends in spring:
- Daily cleaning product
- A regular exfoliating product
- Daily serum
- Daily moisturizer
- Daily sun protection SPF product
Try these:
Developed for aging skin, Louis Widmer’s Face Sun Protection Anti-Ageing 50+ sunscreen treats while protecting the skin with a high sun protection factor. The oil-free and fragrance-free formula was absorbed quickly and was very suitable for sensitive skin, leaving the skin feeling supple and cared for. Also suitable for use on the skin around the eyes. 29.80 e, Bear pharmacy.
The physical V10 Plus Water Base Sunblock SPF 50/PA++++ sunscreen from the Japanese brand Yokota Lab is also suitable for irritated, sensitive and atopic skin. An effective and light-feeling sunscreen that left the skin feeling soft and also seemed to shrink the skin pores. Contains, among other things, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, vitamin E and glycerin. Also effectively protects against blue light. Excellent price-quality ratio. 31.65 e, Pharmacy 360.
Rituals’ handy The Ritual of Karma Stick Sun Protection SPF 50+ sun protection stick slips easily into your bag or pocket when you know you need extra protection throughout the day. Easy to apply and didn’t feel sticky. Contains, among other things, squalane, aloe vera and seaweed. The refined world of fragrances enchanted. 19.90 e, Rituals.
The inexpensive Glow Day Cream Spf 15 day cream from the Ziaja natural cosmetics brand brightens the skin. The skin remained beautiful and youthful and it was easy to apply make-up over it. Contains, among other things, vitamin C and niacinamide. The vegan cream is intended for all skin types. 8.90 e, Sokos.
The tinted Mesoprotech Melan 130 Pigment Control 50+ Spf sunscreen emulsion from the Spanish professional cosmetics brand Mesoestetic convinced. The product feels light and breathable, evening out the skin tone beautifully. Developed especially to even out skin suffering from pigment spots and for impure skin. Water resistant. 67.50 e, Lyco.
If you want to control the shine of the skin, try Clinique UV Solutions Mattifying Spf 50 sunscreen. The fragrance-free product feels light on the skin and was easily absorbed, giving the skin a velvety matte finish. Contains, among other things, salicylic acid, vitamin E and lychee seed extract. The light cream is especially intended for oily and impure skin. 33 University Pharmacy.
The easy-to-use, powdery Colorscience Sunforgettable Brush-On Shield Spf 30 sun protection powder is a standard item in your handbag, especially in the summer. The mineral-based powder is convenient to apply even without a mirror, when you want to add sun protection and fix your makeup at the same time. Water and sweat resistant. Available in four different shades. 59.47 e, Colorscience.
The fragrance-free and tinted Hydra Glow Magic Tint Release Spf 15 moisturizer from the Danish brand Nilens Jord is suitable for cloudy skin looking for an easy everyday product. The skin remains natural and beautiful, but at the same time velvety smooth. Contains, among other things, hyaluronic acid, castor oil and tone-releasing microencapsulated pigments. 34.90 e, Kicks.
The moisturizing and redness-smoothing Daily Repair Mineral UV Invisible Moisturizer Spf 50 from the French brand Filorga was a functional new acquaintance. It is promised to soothe and strengthen the skin and reduce redness and skin irritation. It felt pleasantly light, evened out redness and skin tone and didn’t clog the skin. 49.90 e, Stockmann.
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