Spring Skincare Guide

If your skin has felt dry, dull, or reactive through the winter months, you're not imagining it — cold air, indoor heating, and reduced UV exposure all take a toll. Spring is a natural reset point, and a few small adjustments to your routine can make a big difference.

Lighten up your moisturizer

Heavy creams that served you well in December can start to feel suffocating once temperatures rise and humidity increases. Swap to a lighter gel or gel-cream formula that still delivers hydration without sitting heavy on the skin. Your skin will tell you what it needs — if it feels tight and dry, keep the richer product. If it feels congested or oily by midday, it's time to go lighter.

Recommit to SPF

Spring sunshine feels gentle, but UV exposure is significant year-round in British Columbia — and spring days can catch you off guard. If you slacked on sunscreen through the winter, now is the time to rebuild the habit. A minimum of SPF 30 applied every morning, rain or shine.

Introduce exfoliation (carefully)

Winter skin tends to accumulate dead cells faster due to dryness. A gentle chemical exfoliant 1–2 times per week — salicylic or glycolic acid — can brighten skin and improve texture. If you're new to exfoliating acids, start once a week and see how your skin responds before increasing frequency.

Address winter damage

Hyperpigmentation, rough texture, and dullness that built up over the colder months respond well to professional treatment. Spring is an ideal time to book a microdermabrasion or facial, since UV exposure — which can worsen pigmentation post-treatment — is still manageable and easier to protect against than summer.

Don't neglect your lips and eyes

Delicate skin around the eyes and on the lips tends to show winter damage noticeably — fine lines, dryness, and flakiness. A dedicated eye cream and a nourishing lip treatment make a visible difference and don't require much effort to add to a routine.

Book a seasonal facial

A spring facial is one of the best investments you can make in your skin. It clears congestion built up over winter, evens out texture and tone, and lets a professional assess any concerns before they become bigger problems. Our skin care menu includes options for every skin type — reach out to find out which is right for you.