What to Look for in Spring Skincare

As the seasons change, so do your skin’s needs—here’s what to consider when updating your skincare routine for spring.

1. Lightweight Formulas

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Swap out heavier winter creams for lightweight moisturizers and serums that hydrate without feeling greasy. Gel-based or water-based products are ideal for warmer weather.

2. Sun Protection

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With more time spent outdoors, daily broad-spectrum SPF is essential. Look for sunscreens with at least SPF 30 to protect your skin from increased UV exposure.

3. Exfoliation

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Spring is a great time to slough off dry, dull winter skin. Gentle exfoliants—like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) or enzyme-based scrubs—can help reveal a brighter complexion.

4. Hydration and Balance

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As humidity rises, balance hydration with oil control. Choose hydrating toners and oil-absorbing moisturizers to keep skin fresh without clogging pores.

  1. 1
    Atmosphere Protection® Cream
    618 REVIEWS
    Lightweight, daily moisturizer to protect against environmental stressors for healthy, radiant skin
  2. 2
    Thermal Spring Water
    557 REVIEWS
    Its efficacy is clinically shown to soothe, soften and calm the skin.
  3. 3
    Essential Hydrating Oil
    323 REVIEWS
    Restore a healthy luster to your skin with this ultra-luxe, hydrating botanical oil.
  4. 4
    Daily Brightening UV Defense SPF 30
    288 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Dual-action daily hydrating sunscreen
  5. 5
    Hydrating Aqua Gel

    NuFace

    114 REVIEWS
    An FDA-cleared, activator gel that instantly delivers microcurrent from your device while providing skin a thirst-quenching burst of hydration for up to 24 hours.
  6. 6
    BeautyPrep Face Moisturizer

    Jane Iredale

    961 REVIEWS
    Optimize the benefits of the mineral makeup you love with our high-performance daily moisturizer, designed to help makeup go on smoother and last longer.
  7. 7
    Daily Moisture

    SkinCeuticals

    852 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Lightweight pore-minimizing moisturizer designed with an exclusive combination of natural extracts to nourish normal to oily skin.
  8. 8
    Calendula Herbal Extract Toner Alcohol-Free
    777 REVIEWS
    A soothing toner formulated with Calendula petals.
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    Facial Fuel

    Kiehl's Since 1851

    663 REVIEWS
    Vitamin-enriched and energizing non-oily facial moisturizer.
  10. 10
    Tolerance Control Skin Recovery Cream
    409 REVIEWS
    Rich, calming daily skincare for all hypersensitive, reactive, intolerant and allergic skin. Helps hydrate and restore skin's barrier in 48 hours while soothing and calming skin hyperactivity.

What to Look for in Spring Skincare

As the seasons change, so do your skin’s needs—here’s what to consider when updating your skincare routine for spring.

1. Lightweight Formulas

Citrus catapult arrow

Swap out heavier winter creams for lightweight moisturizers and serums that hydrate without feeling greasy. Gel-based or water-based products are ideal for warmer weather.

2. Sun Protection

Citrus catapult arrow

With more time spent outdoors, daily broad-spectrum SPF is essential. Look for sunscreens with at least SPF 30 to protect your skin from increased UV exposure.

3. Exfoliation

Citrus catapult arrow

Spring is a great time to slough off dry, dull winter skin. Gentle exfoliants—like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) or enzyme-based scrubs—can help reveal a brighter complexion.

4. Hydration and Balance

Citrus catapult arrow

As humidity rises, balance hydration with oil control. Choose hydrating toners and oil-absorbing moisturizers to keep skin fresh without clogging pores.