Acne in Spring: Why They Appear and How to Treat Them
How and why does your skin change in spring?
In spring, the skin adapts to a different environment than in winter: higher temperatures, temperature swings, stronger UV rays. We talked about this here in depth in our spring skincare guide. Here we focus on a specific effect: pimples and blemishes.
The causes of pimples from seasonal changes
Warmer weather, more sebum: temperatures rise and the sebaceous glands reactivate. Excess sebum mixes with dead skin cells on the surface of the skin and can clog pores. From there come comedones, blackheads, and pimples.
Winter’s dead skin cells are still there: during the cold months, cell turnover slows down and dead cells build up. When sebum starts being produced again and finds already clogged pores, the situation gets worse.
The barrier is still stressed: temperature swings, pollen, pollution: after a winter of cold and dry air, the skin barrier struggles to handle the new stimuli. A less resilient barrier regulates sebum less effectively and provides less defense against bacteria.
Hormones follow the seasons: as daylight hours increase, cortisol and melatonin levels change. For some people, this means more sebum and more inflammation.
Your winter cream may no longer help: a texture that is too rich for this time of year can weigh down the skin and contribute to clogged pores. It’s not the wrong product: it’s just no longer the right time to use it.
How to treat pimples in spring: active ingredients and skincare routine
How do you get rid of pimples? There is no single product that solves everything. What works is a skincare routine for pimples built around the causes: gentle cleansing, exfoliation that treats clogged pores, and actives that regulate sebum.
☀️ Morning Skincare Routine
1. Cleansing: when active blemishes are present, you need a cleanser that balances sebum without damaging the barrier. Salicylic Acid is the most suitable active: it is oil-soluble, penetrates pores, and clears out excess sebum. The Purifying Cleansing Mousse combines it with Polylysine, a prebiotic that helps counter bacterial growth.
2. Booster: Niacinamide regulates sebum production, evens out skin tone, and has a soothing action that helps reduce redness from inflamed pimples. Azeloglycine refines pores, helps combat blemishes, and fades the marks pimples leave behind. Together, they cover both the active phase and what comes after. The Niacinamide + Azeloglycine Booster combines them in a single formula. Apply it before your cream.
3. Face cream: purifying should not mean drying out: dehydrated skin can produce even more sebum to compensate. You need a cream that balances sebum while also hydrating. The Purifying Face Cream is formulated with this logic: it purifies and refines pores, but also contains Hyaluronic Acid and Panthenol to keep skin hydrated and comfortable.
4. SPF: UV rays can worsen post-pimple marks and slow down skin repair. You need a lightweight protection that won’t clog pores.
🌙 Evening Skincare Routine
1. Double cleansing: if you wear SPF or makeup during the day, you need a double cleanse in the evening. Cleansing Makeup-Removing Oil to dissolve residue, then Purifying Cleansing Mousse to finish.
2. Exfoliation: dead skin cells that clog pores need to be removed with regular exfoliation. For skin with active blemishes, you need a specific exfoliant that purifies and fades post-inflammatory marks. The Impure Skin Lotion does exactly that. Only in the evening.
3. Booster: niacinamide + Azeloglycine if sebum is the main concern. Retinol if you’re working on marks and texture. One in the morning, one in the evening.
4. Face cream: Purifying Face Cream also in the evening.
Once or twice a week, I recommend applying a clay-based mask. Clays absorb excess sebum and impurities, helping to clear pores and mattify the skin without the need for exfoliation. The downside is that they can be drying when rinsed off. That’s why in our Purifying Face Mask we included Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, and Olive Oil, which balance the action of White and Green Clays and leave the skin purified but soft.
Dr. Maria Pia Priore, pharmacist, cosmetologist, and founder of Skin First®
In conclusion
Seasonal breakouts are not permanent. With proper cleansing, the right actives, and a bit of consistency, the skin rebalances. The key is understanding what’s happening and acting where needed.
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