It’s a no brainer to switch your wardrobe when the seasons change, but did you know that your body’s skincare needs change too? Keep reading as we answer all your seasonal skincare questions and offer ways to adjust your routine for hydrated, healthy-looking skin all year long.
Fall & Winter Skin Care Tips
As temperatures drop and humidity does too, your skin begins to dry out. Add indoor heat and it’s a recipe for seriously parched skin! Here are some skincare tips to keep in mind for the colder months.
Any Body Wash Favorites for the Colder Months?
Although we love all of our body washes year-round, there are some that we can’t help but reach for during the colder months! Love a warm bowl of oatmeal for breakfast on a chilly fall morning? You’ll live for our Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Wash because it soothes your body and mind while making you feel cozy all over.
Wish you could take a break from the winter weather? Get swept away to a tropical island with the hydrating feel and exotic scent of our Coconut Water & Orchid Hydrating Body Wash.
Should I Shelf My Spring & Summer Skin Care?
Absolutely. Your skin needs to change with the weather! Replace your lightweight face moisturizer and body moisturizer with heavier formulas that can handle drier conditions.
Can I Skip the SPF?
Don’t even think about it. Damaging UV rays are present year-round so it’s important to apply a good SPF 365 days a year.
Spring & Summer Skin Care Tips
When the days get longer and warmer, it’s time to uncover your skin’s natural glow! And while you may be tempted to cut back on your skincare routine on humid days, don’t!
Any Body Wash Favorites for the Warmer Months?
Of course! In the spring, treat yourself to the sweet floral scent and refreshing feel of our Rose Water & Aloe Vera Body Wash. In the summer, our Pink Lemon & Mandarin Orange Body Wash is kind of like lemonade for your skin with an energizing citrus kick you won’t want to miss. Plus, it’s made with 100% natural walnut shell powder to exfoliate skin and really get you glowing.
Should I exfoliate?
Definitely. Exfoliation isn’t just for wintertime. It’s important to exfoliate when it’s warm out too if you want smooth, glowing skin all year-round.
Do I still have to moisturize when it’s hot out?
One hundred percent! Just remember to switch your heavy body cream for a lighter lotion. We love our Smoothing Rose & Argan Oil Body Lotion for spring and summer.
When do I apply SPF?
Good question. Right before stepping outside, apply SPF Moisturizer to any exposed skin, then re-apply throughout the day.
We’re superfans of everything nature. It’s why our products contain ingredients like fuzzy apricots, milky coconuts, zingy cranberries, and creamy shea butter. In addition, we use the 100% naturally sourced exfoliant crushed walnut shell powder, in many of our face scrubs. 100% naturally sourced moisturizers, like soybean oil and plant based glycerin, go into our our body lotions, and 100% naturally sourced extracts, like orchid, into our body washes.
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There’s a lot of buzz around physical exfoliation, but rest-assured, it is a safe and effective way to exfoliate your skin when done correctly!
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We spend a lot of time in the shower, but are you making the most of it? If not, we’re here to help! Whether you shower first thing in the morning to start your day or right before bed to unwind, here are some self-care tips for an amazing shower experience.
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How do you deal with stress? If you opt for exercise, meditation, yoga, or journaling you’re on the right track. But do these activities out in nature, and their stress-lowering benefits go to the next level. In fact, just 15 minutes with nature is proven to have a serious de-stress effect! 1
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We love nature just as much as you do! It has plenty of good stuff that brings out your skin’s natural glow like exfoliating walnuts, or soybean —you name it. That’s why our products feature 100% naturally sourced exfoliants, extracts, or moisturizers so that you can always feel revitalized and glow.
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Curious to know why we love nature so much? Because it has serious benefits and is seriously fun! From lowering stress levels to boosting your mood, keeping you healthier to helping you focus, it’s the cure-all we all need to tap into more.
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Fact: Working out is a great way to burn off stress and boost your mood. That’s because exercise has been shown to lower cortisol levels (aka the body’s stress hormone) and release endorphins (the body’s happy hormone). And when you do it in a park, the woods, a beach or any natured-filled space, you get the added benefits of nature!
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Exfoliation is the removal of dead and the oldest skin cells from the topmost layer of skin and can be accomplished via face scrubs, facials or peels. Now, how often should you exfoliate your face? Skin should be exfoliated on a consistent and regular basis as dead skin can get trapped on the surface and cause clogged pores, rough skin texture, dullness, and breakouts!
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It’s no secret that washing your face has been a no-brainer since rubber duckies were a part of bath time. It’s also safe to say that your morning and nighttime cleansing routines have changed a bit (ok, a lot) since then. So, you’ll want to make sure you know the right way. Let’s review.
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Confused by skin cleansers? We got you. To make the whole get-glowing-skin process easier, we’re answering some of the hottest questions surrounding the topic (what is a cleanser, what does cleanser do, how do I use a facial cleanser, how often…you get the idea) plus offering up a few ways St. Ives products can help you always put your best face forward.
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Here's the thing: There are a slew of scrubs and choose from out there in this great big world of beauty. Why? Because there are many types of skin! Maybe you've already identified the characteristics of the skin you're in (definitely humble brag-worthy), and maybe not (no worries, you're still good). Either way, we're here to help you. Ahead, the best scrub and face wash for all skin types.
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You might know skin exfoliation to be that thing that has something to do with face scrubs. Maybe you’ve heard it’s your ticket to fresher, more radiant-looking skin. Both are true!
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Winter can be harsh on your skin. From itchy and irritated to dry and dull, the coldest season is not kind to your complexion. But don’t let winter get you down!
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