Spring Into Clean: Refresh Your Skincare Routine for the New Season

Spring is a season of renewal — longer days, lighter layers, and a fresh approach to self-care. Just as you swap winter coats for breezy fabrics, your skincare routine deserves a seasonal refresh too. The shift in temperature and humidity can affect your skin’s needs, so now is the perfect time to reassess your products, habits, and hygiene essentials.

✨ 1. Out With the Old

Take a cue from the classic spring clean and declutter your skincare shelf. Expired products, dried-up creams, and half-used samples? Toss them. Using outdated skincare products can lead to breakouts, irritation, or reduced effectiveness. Check expiry dates and opt for products with minimal, high-quality ingredients that suit your current skin type.

🌼 2. Switch to Lightweight Hydration

As the weather warms, your skin may not need the heavy occlusive moisturisers you relied on during winter. Look for lightweight serums, gel-based moisturisers, and hydrating toners to keep your skin glowing without feeling greasy. Hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C are great ingredients to introduce or reintroduce into your routine during spring.

👉 Harvard Health has a helpful guide on building a simple, effective skincare routine.

🌞 3. Don’t Skimp on SPF

With longer, sunnier days comes increased exposure to UV rays. Even in the UK, daily SPF is essential to prevent premature ageing, pigmentation, and sun damage. Opt for a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher — and don’t forget to apply it to your neck, hands, and décolletage.

👉 For more info on UK-based sun safety tips, visit Skin Health Info’s Sun Awareness resources.

🧼 4. Prioritise Clean Hands in Your Routine

One of the most overlooked steps in a healthy skincare routine? Clean hands. Your hands come into contact with your face more than you realise — from applying products to resting your chin. Using a high-quality hand sanitiser, like the one from Palmtree Hygiene, helps keep germs and bacteria off your skin. Made with a world-first, palm sap-derived ethanol and nourishing ingredients, it's kind to skin and the environment, with a formula that supports both skincare and sustainability.

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💧 5. Listen to Your Skin

No matter the season, the best skincare routine is the one that evolves with your skin. Pay attention to changes — whether it’s dryness from allergy medication, oiliness from warmer weather, or increased sensitivity. Adjust your products accordingly, and don’t be afraid to strip things back when needed.

Refresh, Rebalance, Renew

Spring is the ideal time to simplify, streamline, and elevate your skincare rituals. Whether you’re updating your moisturiser or adding a skin-kind sanitiser to your kit, small changes can make a big impact.

✅ Ready to refresh your hygiene essentials? Explore our eco-conscious range at Palmtree Hygiene and treat your hands like part of your skincare ritual.