As the days grow longer and the sun begins to stick around a little more, our skin starts to notice the shift, too. The tightness and dryness of winter may start to ease, but spring brings its own challenges – from increased oiliness to unpredictable breakouts and even a rise in environmental exposure.

That’s why this is the perfect time to simplify and refresh your skincare routine. And the best place to start? With witch hazel. Loved for generations for its balancing and soothing properties, witch hazel is the quiet achiever that deserves a front-row spot in your spring skincare lineup.

Let’s explore exactly how to adjust your routine for the season and how T.N. Dickinson’s range can help.

Q: Do I need to change my toner in spring?

Yes – or at least reconsider what your skin needs right now. Spring can be a transition period for your skin, especially if you’ve spent months slathering on thick creams and recovering from indoor heating.

If your skin is still feeling dry, tight or a little flaky, keep using the Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel Moisturising Toner. Formulated with aloe vera and hyaluronic acid, it helps to hydrate while still giving you that signature witch hazel clarity – just without the tight or drying feel. It’s great for sensitive skin too.

But if your skin is feeling more balanced or even oily, especially as temperatures rise, it might be time to switch to the 100% Natural Witch Hazel Toner. This simple, single-ingredient toner (made with clinical grade USP witch hazel) helps refine pores, tone the skin and manage excess oil without any unnecessary additives. It’s also a great choice if you’re prone to blemishes.

Q: What’s the best skincare routine for spring?

You don’t have to completely overhaul your entire regimen – just tweak it. Here’s a simplified spring routine that helps you refresh and rebalance:

Morning:

Cleanse (optional – especially if you’re dry or sensitive)
Tone with your choice of witch hazel
Moisturise (consider switching to a lighter gel or lotion if needed)
Apply SPF (a non-negotiable in any season)

Evening:

Cleanse to remove makeup, SPF and daily grime
Tone to refine and balance the skin
Apply serum or treatment (hydrating or brightening formulas work well in spring)
Moisturise (use a richer product if you’re still feeling dry)

This two-step witch hazel toner approach helps keep your skin in check throughout the seasonal change. And if you want to streamline your routine even further…

Q: Do I need both a micellar and a toner?

Short answer: Not necessarily. But it depends on your skin’s needs and your routine.

The Micellar Witch Hazel Cleanser is a multi-tasking wonder. Powered by witch hazel and enriched with micelles (tiny cleansing molecules that act as a magnet to attract impurities), it cleanses and tones in one swipe – no rinsing required.

micelles (tiny cleansing molecules that attract and lift away dirt and oil) and enriched with witch hazel, it cleanses and tones in one swipe – no rinsing required. It’s the ideal solution for:

Busy mornings when you’re short on time
Travel, festivals or weekend trips
Touch-ups or quick clean-ups after the gym
Prepping the skin before makeup application

It’s also gentle enough for sensitive skin and effective at removing makeup, even long-wear foundation or stubborn SPF, without stripping the skin.

That said, if you’ve done a full cleanse (or double cleanse) in the evening, following up with a toner can help refine pores and prep your skin for whatever treatment or moisturiser you’re applying next.

Your spring skin MVPs

Micellar Witch Hazel Cleanser
Your go-to for gentle yet effective cleansing on the go. It removes makeup, dirt and excess oil while delivering the natural toning power of witch hazel – no water needed. Ideal for events, gym bags and travel.

Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel Moisturising Toner
If winter left your skin feeling parched, this is your must-have. With hydrating hyaluronic acid and soothing aloe, this toner softens and nourishes while delivering witch hazel’s natural calming benefits – all without alcohol.

100% Natural Witch Hazel Toner
A minimalist’s dream: one powerful, plant-based ingredient with no frills. Clinically distilled USP witch hazel helps clarify skin, balance oil, and refine pores, making it the ideal everyday toner for oily or blemish-prone skin.

Don’t forget the seasonal switch

Spring is all about shedding the old and welcoming the new. So, if you’ve been holding onto heavy creams or rich occlusive products that no longer suit your skin, now’s the time to reassess.

Look at what your skin needs now, not what it needed in June. Look for lighter hydration, oil-balancing ingredients and products that calm and clarify.

And remember – witch hazel isn’t just for oily or blemish-prone skin. With the right formula, it can hydrate, balance and refresh every skin type.

Let your skincare routine bloom this spring with T.N. Dickinson’s Witch Hazel essentials. Cleanse, tone and glow – shop the seasonal line up today.