Spring Skincare Routine
As we transition into spring, we would like to share our expert insights on how to refine our spring skincare routines—what to embrace and what to avoid as the season changes. Do Wear SPF, Rain or Shine No matter the weather (and we know how Dutch Spring can be temperamental!), keeping your skin protected and shielded against the many environmental stressors out there is absolutely crucial to maintaining its health. At ASPA Beauty we offer wide range of SPF products. Do Establish A Consistent Facial Routine Getting regular facials is a great way to unlock the best version of your complexion, as you’ll be getting real advice from genuine experts, who have a level of knowledge that will help you really understand the unique characteristics of your skin and therefore offer the most valuable type of guidance. Don’t Take Too Much Skincare Advice From Social Media Unless it’s an account you fully trust. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to skincare. Don’t Layer Too Much With the change in seasons, it can be tempting to incorporate new steps into your skincare routine, to ensure your skin is adequately prepared to respond to the different temperatures and weather conditions. But I am a huge advocate for not overtreating the skin. Of course, it’s okay to try new ingredients and treatments within your routine, but I would always advise to introduce one active at a time – whether it’s a Retinol, Lactic or Peptide – rather than sandwiching them all on top of each other, which can overwhelm the skin and have an adverse effect. Simplicity is key! Do Double Cleanse Whilst this isn’t something you should reserve only for a certain season, Springtime is when the weather generally improves, and so we spend more and more time outside – where grime really builds up on our skin surface. So, double cleansing – especially at nighttime – is the key to ensuring your skin is fully decontaminated and prepped to absorb the rest of your routine. Do Listen To Your Skin Your skin is very clever at telling you what it needs and everyone’s skin is different, which is why following ingredient trends can often be counterproductive. If your skin is looking good, then keep your routine simple. If it needs extra help, I advise on targeting specific concerns with the right blend of active ingredients: for example, correct peel for brightening any pigmentation or Microneedling for smoothing uneven texture and scarring. Do Adopt Healthy Lifestyle Habits Spring cleaning isn’t just for the home – it’s for your wellbeing too. Clearing out any unhealthy habits from your daily routine and welcoming in nourishing ones are what lie at the core of healthy skin. For example, getting enough sleep and rest, drinking plenty of water, eating a balanced, nutritious diet and exercising enough for your body all contribute to a healthy complexion, even if you don’t think they’re connected. After all, it’s all linked! Don’t Rush Your Skincare Time Springtime is often when social calendars start to go a bit crazy, and it can be very tempting to just rush over your skincare routines if you’re really busy. However, I am a big advocate for taking your time and really enjoying the process of doing your skincare routine. After all, it’s an act of self-care, and we should be fully present in those little moments of joy. We deserve to show up for ourselves, and giving yourself a relaxing atmosphere will make you feel SO good. Don’t Be Scared Of The Signs Of Aging This is quite a hard one, as everyone wants to of course look and feel their best, and a lot of the narrative behind this is to ‘correct’ the signs of aging. But, I would say to focus your efforts more on keeping the skin healthy. If your skin is nice and hydrated, fine lines are less likely to appear and deepen. If you keep your collagen levels up, your skin will be naturally more plump and dewy. If you wear SPF, you are less likely to experience sun spots and pigmentation. All in all, these will promote a more rejuvenated complexion and therefore keep you looking and – more importantly – feeling your best self. I wouldn’t say it’s about not wanting to age, but about not wanting unhealthy skin. Please, contact us on 0651137656 or book directly online. Please, follow us on social media for the last minute offers: We are looking forward to welcome you at ASPA soon. Kind Regards, ASPA Team
How do you adapt your skincare to the beautiful weather?
Do you need to adjust your skincare to the different seasons? We get this question asked very often. Our answer is: Absolute!! The weather is getting warmer and sunnier again. It’s time to update your skincare! You will be exposing your skin more to the sun in the near future, so that your skin needs other ingredients. And yes, it’s fun to change your routine. It gives you the opportunity to discover new fantastic products. From cold temperatures to sun You may have noticed that your skin feels very different in the winter than in the summer, but did you also know that you can notice a difference in the transition from winter to spring? Consider, for example, the fact that the heating has been on a lot recently (this gives you dry air in the house). This dry air can really affect your skin by pulling a lot of moisture from your skin. Result? Tight and dry skin. Fortunately, we are now leaving that time behind us. The heating is less necessary, the shower is less hot and we spend more time outside. Does my skin need more moisture in spring/summer? Yes absolutely! We have to replenish the moisture reservoir in your skin to restore your skin and make it resilient for the summer. More on this later, but first I would like to talk about why you should replenish the moisture reservoir of your skin. Where many skin types often needed a little more oiliness in the winter, you can now switch to lighter products based on water (hyaluronic acid). Let’s talk about TEWL (transepidermal water loss). TEWL is the evaporation of moisture from your skin. The degree of evaporation can differ per season, temperature or environmental factors (heating, etc.). We see a big increase in moisture loss in summer and winter. So now is the ideal time to properly replenish your skin’s moisture reservoir. It is important to compensate for this loss of moisture and to attract new moisture from your deeper skin layers. Are you not doing this? Then your skin barrier can be damaged and skin problems (such as acne, dull skin, but also wrinkles) can arise. Our bestseller product for replenishing and restoring the hydration of your skin An important ingredient that can attract moisture is hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance and strengthens the skin barrier (the outer layers of the skin), making your skin feel less dry. In addition, hyaluronic acid is able to bind with moisture. (1000x its own body weight, wow) and that makes your skin feel hydrated. That is why we recommend adding a product with hyaluronic acid in your routine. We recommend INTENSIVE SERUM to many customers, because this has a fine gel-like structure that you can use as a day or night serum -> extra buffer layer between your cleaning care and day / night cream. In addition, it is important to look at how you can actually retain that newly attracted moisture. Because if your outer skin layer is broken, this moisture is lost immediately. As a result, you will still suffer from dry and tight skin. You can do this, among other things, by using a serum with vitamin B. This was the reason why we combined in our INTENSIVE SERUM both hyaluronic acid and vitamin B, so that you need to use one product which has multiple fuction for your skin. Our bestseller treatment for replenishing and restoring the hydration of your skin The PRX-T33 Skin-Booster is a new treatment method intended to improve skin structure and condition quickly and long-term. The most important active components are hydrogen peroxide, TCA and kojic acid. The unique composition of TCA with hydrogen peroxide allows to cross the skin barrier at different speeds at different depths. The aging process is delayed and the skin is revitalized without damaging it. The booster stimulates the skin to renew, allowing us to achieve long-lasting results and restores the complexion and elasticity of the skin. Immediately after the treatment you see an improved complexion and a healthy glow. The booster also stimulates the formation of fibroblasts and growth factors that help to delay the aging process. The skin will tighten and wrinkles and skin folds will be considerably reduced and is more hydrated.