Moving out of winter dryness into spring? Here’s how to adjust your skincare routine and treatments as the seasons change.
ohannesburg winters are famously drying — low humidity, indoor heating, and cold wind all take their toll, leaving many clients with flaky, tight, dull-looking skin by the time spring arrives. The good news is that a few simple adjustments to your routine (and a well-timed facial) can undo months of winter dryness fairly quickly. Signs your skin is ready for a seasonal switch: Products that felt perfect in June now feel heavy or greasy Skin looks dull rather than simply dry Breakouts appear along the jaw or forehead as pores get congested under rich winter creams SPF becomes non-negotiable again as UV exposure increases What to change: Cleanser: move from a rich, balm-style cleanser to something slightly lighter that won’t leave a film Exfoliation: this is the perfect time for a resurfacing treatment (a Dermalogica peel is ideal) to shift built-up dry, dull skin
Moisturiser: swap your heaviest winter cream for a lighter lotion or gel-cream, saving the richer formula for night SPF: reintroduce a proper daily SPF as UV strength climbs — this is the step most people forget after winter A spring skin reset facial at Aura is a good way to bridge the gap — clearing away winter build-up before your at-home routine takes over for the season ahead.