As we think about short and summer dresses and plan to pack away our winter coats, our attention will start to turn to the areas of our bodies that have been hidden beneath knitwear for the last few months. 

While we would never dream of starting the day without a deep cleanse or slapping on the night cream just before bed, when it comes to the rest of our body, we never tend to show it the same daily diligence, often cutting corners, skipping steps, and using whatever exactly lurks just in the back of the cupboard. Does it sound familiar?

But because the skin is our largest organ, which accounts for 15% of overall body weight, taking care of it is critical for maintaining health on the inside and the outside. While acting as our first line of defence against bacteria and environmental aggressors, keeping each and every inch of your skin in good nick definitely improves healing and stave away infections. Not sure where to exactly start? We have already outlined the body care fundamentals you require within your routine. 

Top Spring Skin Care Routine to follow

Body Brush

It is a daily self-care practice that models, celebrities, and skincare experts swear by for glowing, healthy skin, and with a long list of benefits, it is easy to see why. 

Not only does it discard away dead skin cells, bringing nutrient-rich, oxygenated blood to the skin’s surface, but it also spurs cell turnover and stimulates your lymphatic system by removing pathogens and strengthening your immune system. Happens to be very impressive, right?

It performs best when used regularly just before your shower or bath. Do a sweep with a body brush or a bamboo face cloth across the skin in quick flicking motions, starting at your feet and working your way up towards your heart. 

For your stomach and chest, use long, circular clockwise motions. Bamboo facecloths are usually very soft yet gentle. The primary aim is to have pink, not red, skin, using light to medium pressure.

Cleanse

Sweat, deodorant, and dead skin: our bodies go through a lot in 24 hours. If you simply prevent impurities from lingering, blocking hair follicles, clogging pores, and disrupting skin health, cleansing is critical in your daily life beauty routine. 

Many body washes contain skin-stripping detergents that kill all bacteria (even the good kind) and leave your skin feeling dry and tight. 

Rather, reach out for natural, pH-balanced body washes. While harnessing the power of gentle coconut-derived natural cleansers, they do sweep away impurities with a creamy lather and protect you against free radicals, too. It is the most caring way to cleanse (for all skin types, especially sensitive skin).

Tone

While crunches and lunges might come to mind when you think about toning your body, there are plenty of topical products like Body Love that can firm your skin and add a youthful bounce. A powerful combination of pink peppercorn and sea kelp extract, rich in antioxidants and minerals, will certainly give your skin a smoother, more toned appearance. And better still, massaging buttercream into your skin promotes lymphatic drainage. Now that is a skin-win.

Exfoliate

There exists nothing more satisfying than a good head-to-toe scrub. It not only leaves your skin silky-smooth and glowing, but it also boosts cell turnover, prevents ingrown hairs and bacterial buildup, and reduces dullness.

Regular exfoliation helps relieve blemishes and symptoms of keratosis pilaris, a condition that causes bumpy skin in 40 percent of adults worldwide. They are carefully formulated just to relieve lumps, rough texture, and redness. Our Super Smooth Resurfacing Body Lotion uses active ingredients such as pomegranate enzymes and plant AHAs to gently dissolve dead skin cells and restore smooth skin.

Moisturise

Arguably, it is the most critical step in your body care routine; daily moisturising can always be a game-changer in the quest for gorgeous skin. As a result, after months of central heating, hot showers, and heavy knitwear, it is no wonder that our skin feels parched come springtime. 

Dehydrated skin can not only cause a dull, lifeless appearance but also exacerbate cellulite, stretch marks, and eczema, leading to an uneven skin tone. Luckily, this is seamlessly resolved by incorporating a hydrated moisturiser, such as Whipped body velvet and intensely rich buttermelt, into your daily routine.

It is designed to replicate cupcake frosting. This rich formula combines shea and rare butters with apricot kernel, baobab, and organic rosehip oils for an omega-3-rich feast that strengthens the skin barrier and locks in lost moisture. With a hearty helping of antioxidants for good measure, it repairs and renews thirsty skin with ease. 

Conclusion

There you have it, as the fundamentals of a fabulous body care routine, ensure to put a spring in your step. Just never forget the feel-good sunscreen (you will love the soft, vanilla-scented, vitamin E boost in Great Barrier), and you are simply good to go.