Getting your skin prepared for springtime

Author: Steven Stern
Getting your skin prepared for springtime
While the winter season begins to fade away and spring begins to bloom, this is the perfect time to get skin ready for the new season. Following the harsh cold and windy temperatures faces are in need of some "tender loving care."

And this isn't something that can be done overnight, either. It takes a few weeks for the skin restoration process– but the good news is it's an easy fix with the right daily routine.
Below are some tips to achieve radiant skin for springtime.
FACIAL CLEANSER:
Skin is always in need of a facial cleansing both morning and night. But following wintertime, it's especially important to find a soap-free cleanser. Using a soap cleanser will dry out the skin, and after winter, skin is dry enough. A soap-free formula will be so much gentler.
And don't forget to use a toner afterward to regain the pH balance of the skin. So many people forget this part and it's too important to skip.
Sonic cleansing devices are also the rage right now in getting skin thoroughly cleaned. One of the most popular ones out there is the Clarasonic Mia and is worth checking out.
EXFOLIATE:
It's normal to have extra dead skin cells on the face year round, but more so, after the winter. Exfoliating is one of the ways to slough off dead skin in order to regain a more luminous glow.
Never use a body product on the face. It will be too harsh. Instead, find a product which is gentle enough to use a couple times a week or more.
One favorite is Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant. It gently exfoliates dull skin and prepares it for product penetration. Its formula is a gentle rice-based enzyme powder. And when blended with water, it turns into an effective paste. The results are described as fantastic. This product is so gentle, many use it daily.
MOISTURIZE:
Use a moisturizer every day to keep skin looking soft and supple. There are moisturizers out on the market which cater to morning and night applications. Including this variety, tinted moisturizers are also out there which provides a great substitute for foundation during the day. A wonderful tinted moisturizer such as Intellishade SPF 45 Matte Tinted Moisturizer by Revision Skincare conceals, corrects and protects the skin. It's a great option for a daytime moisturizer.
SUNSCREEN:
And before walking out that door, always have some type of sunscreen on to ward off skin damage caused by the sun. Premature skin aging is easily avoidable with the use of sunscreen.
So, let's get started on these reliable tips now to get skin looking gorgeous and ready for spring.
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About the Author
Steven Stern, chief esthetics officer of Skin Care Heaven based in Carlsbad, California, has immersed himself in providing an array of sterling skincare and mineral makeup products at his online shop for his clientele. Along with his staff of skin care professionals, Steven continually stays on top of the industry through continual education. Providing skincare advice and tips fuels his passion in helping others. Steven can be reached at skincareheaven411@yahoo.com or by visiting www.SkinCareHeaven.com . Skin Care Heaven offers quick free delivery and a rewards program that gives 10 percent back.