Get summer ready skin with this 5 steps skin detox. Transition from winter weather to the warmer, sunnier days ahead with a healthy glow.
As the seasons change, so do the needs of our skin. Transitioning from the dry, cold months of winter to the warmer, more humid days of spring, makes spring the perfect time to refresh your skincare and give your skin the care it deserves.
Just as we clean our home in spring cleaning, we should pay attention to our body as well. As we adjust our wardrobe with the changing seasons, our skincare routine also needs a revamp. Transition from winter and prepare your skin for summer with a skin detox. It will help you get rid of the buildup of winter and embrace the rejuvenating energy of the season.
Just like we adjust our wardrobe with the changing seasons, our skincare routine also needs a revamp.
What is a Skin Detox?
Skin detox is the process of cleansing your skin of impurities and toxins. It is important to keep in mind that for a detox to be fully effective, it needs to be done from the outside as well as the inside.
By outside, we mean to care for the surface of your skin by removing dead skin, impurities and sebum from your pores. And by inside, we mean to provide the nutrients, hydration and care needed so our skin becomes naturally healthy. It works on a cellular level and are the best long-term actions to keep your skin healthy.
How a Skin Detox works
A skin detox doesn’t need to be part of your daily skincare ritual, but it’s a good idea to perform a week-long skin detox every 3 months or so, normally with the season changes.
This 5-step skin detox guide will show you exactly how to achieve a healthier, brighter complexion.
Step 1: Declutter your bathroom
Before diving into a spring skin detox, take a look at your current skincare regimen. Beauty products are supposed to help make us feel and look like our best selves. However, there’s a dirty side to beauty. Some products have questionable ingredients that could be considered toxic. Additionally, from makeup and perfume to skin and hair care products, contain chemicals. While chemicals are not necessarily bad for us, it is important to limit the number of chemicals we put on our bodies and favor products with natural ingredients.
Search for expired products, dive into the ingredients and take a minimalist approach.
How to declutter your bathroom?
- Search for expired products
- Dive into the ingredients: Check out for Parabens, Phthalates, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Triclosan & Triclocarban. These ingredients are suspected to be endocrine disruptors that with a long-term use can be linked to breast cancer or reproductive issues. If you can’t eliminate them completely from your bathroom shelf, try to reduce the number of products that contain these substances by choosing more natural products.
- Take a minimalist approach: This means simplifying your routine and focusing on using just a handful of cosmetic products that do their job and do it well. Try out our shampoo, shower gel and other personal products in eco-refills, they are the best option to keep your beauty products organized and focus on quality over quantity.
Step 2: Exfoliate
Your skin deals with environmental damage daily and is prone to clogged pores from makeup, pollutants, and dead skin cells. When we’re young, the process of exfoliation happens naturally, but as we age this process slows down. Studies show that the usual 28-day skin cellular turnover time increases 50% by age 80. This slowdown causes buildup and an excess of dead skin cells that make the skin look tired and dull.
Manual exfoliators are a good solution. They help remove the pollution, makeup, excess oil, bacteria and dead skin cells from your skin. Check out our exfoliators made with natural fibers, they are gentle to your skin and are sustainably made and zero waste.
Step 2: Exfoliate
Use natural and gentle exfoliators to remove bacteria, dead skin cells, and toxins from your pores.
Lemon Water with Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 glass of water
- 1 Tbsp. quality ACV
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
- Honey to taste (or other natural sweetener like raw maple syrup or stevia)
Stir well all the ingredients and drink right away.
Step 3: Try a Morning Detox Elixir
Start your day with a detox drink with apple cider vinegar or lemon water. Lemon will support your digestion, while apple cider vinegar is known to rebalance your pH levels and support your body’s natural detoxification processes.
Lemon Water with Apple Cider Vinegar will help you keep your energy high and will naturally stimulate the detox of your liver. Swap out your morning coffee for this refreshing alternative and feel the benefits from within.
Swap out your morning cup of coffee for a morning detox like apple vinegar or warm lemon water on an empty stomach.
Step 4: Get your body moving
Exercise increases blood flow, blood carries oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, including the skin. In addition to providing oxygen, blood flow also helps carry away waste products, including free radicals, from working cells. Contrary to some claims, exercise doesn’t detoxify the skin, as the liver is the organ in charge of neutralizing toxins. Nonetheless, increasing blood flow helps flush cellular debris out of the system, cleansing your skin from the inside. Incorporate activities like yoga, running, or cycling into your routine to boost your skin’s natural detoxification process.
Get your blood pumping and provide more oxygen and nutrients to your skin, while carrying away toxins.
Step 5: Stay Hydrated
Now that we are starting to see temperatures rising, it’s crucial to stay cool and keep your hydration levels up. Additionally, drinking water helps flush your pores of toxins and promote healthy, clearer skin. Health experts recommend about 2 liters of water a day. During your detox, drink plenty of water. Include fruits and vegetables high in water content such as cucumber, watermelon, apples and lettuce. Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol, which can dehydrate your skin and exacerbate skin issues.
Drinking water helps flush your pores of toxins and promote healthy, clearer skin.
Spring brings its own set of challenges, from increased temperature and humidity to allergens in the air. By following these five steps, you can achieve a radiant complexion, embrace the rejuvenating energy of spring and prepare your skin for summer. Remember, skincare is not just about external treatments but also about nourishing your skin from within and adopting a holistic approach to beauty.
A spring skin detox can help you transition from the harsh winter weather to the warmer, sunnier days ahead with a healthy glow.
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Your skin is the largest organ in your body, give it a little extra love from time to time. Incorporate gentle exfoliation, prioritize hydration and sun protection, and make healthy lifestyle changes, so you can maintain radiant skin throughout the spring season. Remember, consistency is key, so stick to your skincare routine and lifestyle habits to enjoy glowing, healthy skin all season long.
Embark on a journey to healthier, glowing skin this spring.
