Spring brings more sun, and potentially more skin damage as the seasons change.

From head to toe, skin care needs to change as students shed winter gear to prepare for the blossoming climate.

Deep hair conditioners can be more beneficial as winter head wear is no longer needed. There are many products available, but a three-minute treatment with Infusium can replenish the moisture needed for luxurious hair.

Stylist Destiny Matthews of Cuttin’ Up Hair Salon in Chicago said many clients see breakage because they regularly apply too much heat to their hair.

“For those weeks they don’t come in the salon I recommend the Thermasilk line because it turns blow drying, using curling, flat irons even sun exposure to your advantage,” Matthews said. “It will not replace the care of a stylist; however it will serve its purpose in between visits.”

Marie Davis of Jordon’s Beauty Supply in Chicago said Mazani products are the most popular among professional stylists.

“There are many lines of products that cater to the needs of African Americans — people with coarse hair,” she said. “The main ingredients are natural so it works with the sun; that’s what keeps Mazani shampoos, relaxers and conditioners in constant demand.”

Besides hair, the most vital part of maintaining soft and healthy skin starts in the shower. Body washes are key, but hard water can interfere with their effect. Pharmacists say the best rejuvenator for the skin is lotion.

“Basic lotions like Vaseline Intensive Care or Jergens are good,” said David Sebula, a pharmacist at Target, 2555 Sycamore Road. “In this season it is important to use cleansing face washes and lotions with SPF15.”

Those products tend to be costly and haven’t been around for a long time. Some people believe in using all natural products, like olive oil.

“Natural oils are good if they are combined safely,” said William Barron, an employee at Walgreens, 100 W. Lincoln Highway. “The store-bought products have been tested, so unless there is an ingredient you are allergic to, there is no worry of it irritating any skin type.”

From a holistic standpoint, over-the-counter products still aren’t convincing, insists Pharaoh Silhohae, a junior electrical engineer major, who thinks those products don’t indulge the internal body.

“Metaphysically speaking, the natural products go straight to your factorial nerve to help unlock congestion of the senses,” Silhohae said. “They coagulate parts of the nervous system that are thrown out of alignment.”