Spring Skin Reset: How to Rehydrate Your Skin After Winter

By Elements Face & Body · 12 September 2026 · Skin care

Has your skin been feeling dry, dull or lacking its usual glow? You're not alone. Canberra-region winters are hard on skin: cold mornings, dry air and months of indoor heating leave most of us dehydrated and tired-looking by September.

The good news is that spring is the perfect time to restore hydration and get your skin ready for summer.

Why winter takes a toll on your skin

During winter, skin loses moisture more quickly, which can lead to:

• Dryness and flakiness
• A dull complexion
• Increased sensitivity
• Fine lines looking more noticeable

A lack of hydration leaves skin looking tired and feeling uncomfortable, and it stops your skincare from working the way it should.

How to bring back your glow

1. Exfoliate gently

Clearing away the build-up of dead skin cells reveals brighter, smoother skin and lets your products absorb properly. In the salon, hydradermabrasion does this without the harshness of a scrub.

2. Boost hydration

Hydrating serums and a good moisturiser help replenish moisture and strengthen your skin barrier. We use and stock Dermatonics for exactly this.

3. Book a professional facial

A customised facial deeply hydrates, refreshes and revitalises the skin, leaving it softer, smoother and more radiant. Our hydrofacial is the one we recommend most after winter: deep cleanse, exfoliation and hydration in a single session, with no downtime.

4. Wear SPF every day

As the weather warms up, protecting your skin from UV damage is essential for keeping it healthy and youthful-looking. Make sunscreen the last step of your morning routine, all year round.

Summer skin starts now

The best time to prepare your skin for summer is before summer arrives. By focusing on hydration and skin health now, you'll be rewarded with a brighter, healthier complexion in the months ahead.

At Elements Face & Body we look after clients from Queanbeyan, Jerrabomberra, Googong and Bungendore with personalised advice, professional treatments and quality skincare.