How To Help Your Skin Transition From Winter To Summer

Skincare can be tricky all year round, with the hotter months increasing oil production and sun cream causing breakouts and the cooler months drying out skin, leaving you with dull, lifeless skin. However, nowhere is skincare trickier than the transition from the colder months to the warmer months.

This period of time can be confusing for both you and your skin, leaving you with dry, flaky, yet oily skin that needs the right support to make the transition. Spring brings renewal and new beginnings, but also adjustment, especially for the skin.

So, if you're struggling to take control of your skin this springa nd make a transition from the winter to the warmer months, this blog aims to give you practical yet effective tips so you can love your skin at this time of change and make the most of the shift to the summer months, without the stress of skin troubles.

Understand what your skin needs

Winter conditions, whether outdoors or indoors, can strip all moisture from your skin with the cold air outside drying out skin and indoor heating disrupting skin and further stripping the natural oils from your face. Overall, this can leave skin flaky and in need of extra moisture to heal cracks and smooth your complexion. In contrast, the warmer months, such as spring and summer, introduce humidity back into the air as well as sun exposure, which can not only cause skin damage but also promote over-oil production, which leads to breakouts. 

This may cause skin to shift from dry and sensitive to combination or even oily, thus leading to you needing a shift in your skincare routine to accommodate the change. This helps avoid breakouts or reactions to the skin, or even just helps to manage your own skin issues more effectively. 

Lighten up your moisturiser

One of the best ways to control dryness and oil is through an effective moisturiser. Through this transition phase, you should switch from heavier creams to lighter lotions or gel-based moisturisers, to give skin a chance to breathe. Overly rich products are known to clog pores if not needed, which can happen as temperatures rise. 

The key here is to gradually switch moisturisers rather than switching abruptly, as this can disrupt the skin and lead to breakouts. You can do this by applying a rich moisturiser to problem areas and areas that need more support, whilst using a lighter moisturiser all over the face. 

Don’t skip suncream

Although it may not feel like it, spring sees an increase in UV rays, which can penetrate even on cloudy days. This is why the use of suncream is essential to protect the skin barrier and to avoid issues such as skin cancer in the future. In general, it's best to opt for an SPF, whether this is in a face primer or moisturiser, of around 30 or higher to ensure proper coverage throughout the day. On warmer days with high UV, it's recommended that you reapply sunscreen throughout the day for enhanced protection.