Who doesn’t yearn for the return of spring & summer? However, it’s likely to mean an adjustment to your skincare regimen.
Spring Cleaning
Caudalie Vinoclean Instant Foaming Cleanser, 150 ml | $35
Increased heat and humidity may require a different facial cleanser. Caudalie’s Vinoclean line encompasses all of its well-loved cleansers repackaged in 100 percent recyclable materials to help achieve its zero-waste goal by 2022. Furthermore, most of the formulas have been updated with more natural ingredients and the removal of synthetic formulas and pegs. There are five textures to choose from: foam, oil, milk, water and lotion to suit different skin types and needs.
Break The Cycle
Eau Thermale Avène Cleanance Mattifying Emulsion, 40 ml | $29
Sebum is a vital substance produced by our bodies to help protect our skin. However, when overproduced, skin can become oily and pores clogged. Cleanance Mattifying Emulsion from eau Thermale avène contains Comedoclastin, an active ingredient derived from milk thistle seeds that acts as a comedolytic, inhibiting the formation of comedones—blemishes like blackheads and whiteheads. Unlike many similar products, it also provides 24-hour hydration and works great as a makeup base.
Striking Oil
Skinceuticals Silymarin CF, 30 ml | $190
Breakouts have many underlying causes, but research indicates the oxidation of skin oils can damage skin and create a favourable environment for blemishes to form. in fact, blemish-prone skin has been shown to have a lower level of antioxidants, leaving it more vulnerable to oxidative damage. Six years in the making, SkinCeuticals’ Silymarin CF is an oil-free antioxidant serum specifically formulated for oily and blemish-prone skin. it contains a precise combination of silymarin, pure vitamin C and ferulic acid to improve skin appearance and reduce visible signs of aging.
A Propolis Proposition
Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis+ Purifying Mask, 75 ml | $65
Boosted with kaolin and its absorbing properties, institut esthederm’s Intensive Propolis+ Purifying Mask is a god-send for
those suffering from adult acne. Formulated with propolis for its soothing and purifying properties, it cleanses, unclogs and visibly tightens pores, while reducing shine and refining the skin’s surface. For intensive action, use every day for seven days, then two or three times a week afterward. it can also be applied locally on irregularities.
Remineralize For Glow
l’Elixir des Glaciers Crème Merveilleuse, 50 ml | $1,300
like a smartphone in power-save mode, skin lacking in minerals can appear grey, as if powering down. Our body can lose essential minerals every day, whether through perspiration, stress or from pollution. Valmont’s l’Elixir des Glaciers Crème Merveilleuse is a regenerating cream that helps replenish magnesium, a heavy-hitter in combatting stress and fatigue, metabolic-boosting manganese and anti-oxidating selenium. at the same time, it inhibits the breakdown of the skin’s elasticity and stimulates the production of proteoglycan, one of the key factors in achieving supple skin, with the incorporation of high and low molecular weight Dna from three types of ethically-raised sturgeon.
Daily Defence
Shiseido Ultimune 50 ml | $130
Shiseido’s Ultimune skin-care collection just got stronger with imugeneration Technology. This best-selling skin booster,
powered with anti-oxidant-rich reishi mushroom and iris root extracts, strengthens skin, restores firmness and defends against daily damage by 28 per cent in just one week. it also features a powerful botanical blend of gingko biloba leaf extract, shiso and thyme, resulting in skin that looks smoother and firmer, and is more hydrated and resilient. Use as a pre-treatment to enhance the efficacy of your moisturizer or serum.
Brighten Up
Dermalogica Powerbright Dark Spot Serum, 30 ml | $136
Don’t hide dark spots or blast them with harsh chemicals. Tackle them with Dermalogica’s Powerbright Dark Spot Serum. light-diffusing technology begins to balance the appearance of uneven pigmentation after one use, while potent niacinamide and hexylresorcinol help fade them over time. Skin-care powerhouse shiitake mushrooms—rich in beta glucans—brightens skin, while adaptogenic ashwagandha smoothes and delivers antioxidant benefits, and black currant oil and peony flower help boost luminosity. Skin-shielding actives also help protect against pollution-induced dark spots.
Age Shield
Vichy Liftactiv Specialist SPF 30, 50 ml | $61.95
We all know that wearing sunscreen daily helps protect your skin from harmful, damage-causing UV rays, especially UVa, which results in long-lasting sun damage like sunspots and discoloration, skin sagging, fine lines and wrinkles. For those looking for a daily moisturizer with high UVa protection in a feather-light, comfortable texture, consider Vichy’s Liftactiv Specialist SPF. This new sunscreen contains vitamin Cg (ascorbyl glucoside), peptides, hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid and broad-spectrum SpF 30 protection.
Ditch The Itch
Bioderma Atoderm SOS Spray, 200 ml | $19.90
Changing seasons can often bring irritation to your skin, resulting in itchiness. Bioderma’s Atoderm SOS Spray soothes itching within 60 seconds and provides six hours of efficacy. The Skin Barrier Therapy patent protects even the driest skin from the bacteria that cause irritation, and the ultra-light texture provides an immediate sensation of coolness and comfort. The 360-degree applicator makes it easy to administer, and it can be used at any time. it is part of a product range that was awarded seals of recognition by both the eczema Society of Canada and the national psoriasis Foundation as a helpful treatment for those living with atopic and irritated skin.
Thicker Tresses
Nioxin Scalp Relief Kit, $59
Nioxin Scalp Relief is a three-part regimen that soothes the scalp and thickens hair instantly. The first part is the cleansing
shampoo, which gently removes sebum and fatty acids, followed by the conditioner, which balances the scalp and protects density. The third treatment increases hair strand diameter, resulting in hair that can be two times fuller. Dermatologically tested for sensitive, dry and itchy scalp, it is formulated without parabens, sulfates or colourants.
Stop Hair Loss
Kerastase Genesis Anti-Breakage Fortifying Treatment Ampoules, 10 x 6 ml | $95
Environmental, health and emotional changes can cause intense stress to the body. in some cases, that can result in sudden and devastating hair loss. kérastase’s Genesis Anti-Breakage Fortifying Treatment Ampoules contain a precision blend of ingredients to be used during peaks of hair loss. The jelly-like formula re-anchors the hair follicle to the root, while providing an optimal environment for future growth. The formula soothes and decreases itchiness by reinforcing the natural protective barrier of the scalp. apply one ampoule daily for six weeks.
