Coming out of winter, our skin feels the impact too. If you’ve been feeling unusually tired lately and just can’t seem to bring back the glow to your face, it might be due to a lack of vitamin D, the short days we’re finally leaving behind, a deficiency in other essential vitamins, and the fact that winter and its grayness tend to drain the energy that usually carries us into the warmer seasons.
But sunny days, long weekends, and holidays are just around the corner—so there’s no need to despair. If your skin has been showing signs of fatigue for a while now, there are plenty of ways to refresh, regenerate, and restore that natural glow. It’s the perfect moment to get your skin ready for a foundation-free season, or at least one with lighter makeup, and to fully enjoy healthy, well-cared-for skin every single day.
LAB stepped into the new year with plenty of exciting updates—from a brand-new space on Dežmanova Street to the arrival of new products aligned with global launches. So today, I’m here to introduce you to these fresh additions and also remind you of some powerful classics that will help erase signs of fatigue from your face and give your skin the support it needs to look radiant and well cared for.
When it comes to tackling facial fatigue and dullness, there are several levels we can work on—depending on your skincare habits, the brands you prefer, and the actual condition of your skin. That’s why we’ll go through everything—from intensive treatments to eye care—so you can explore a range of options and choose the ones that will serve you best.
(Odacite Bioactive Rose Gommage; Furtuna Skin Fior Di Luna Nightly Renewal Cream; Augustinus Bader The Face Cream Mask; MZ Skin Replenish & Restore Night Recovery Mask)
Before we can begin, it’s important to acknowledge that your skin might need a more intensive—perhaps even overnight—treatment to deeply hydrate and help it awaken from its winter slumber. If you’ve been regularly exfoliating throughout the colder months, that’s fantastic. If not, now is the perfect time to give your skin a helping hand: lighten the load, even out the tone, and bring back that fresh, revitalized look.
After a gentle exfoliation with Odacité’s Bioactive Rose Gommage—so mild it’s nicknamed the Baby Soft Peel and safe enough for daily use—I recommend applying a rich cream (either as a day or overnight treatment) to deeply nourish and restore the skin. Alternatively, you can opt for an overnight mask to let its full benefits unfold while you sleep.
LAB now offers the fabulous The Face Cream Mask by Augustinus Bader, as well as Fior Di Luna Nightly Renewal Cream, an exceptional night cream by Furtuna Skin. Trust me—you’ll want both of these in your routine. And of course, the well-loved Replenish & Restore Night Recovery Mask by MZ Skin remains a top recommendation for overnight care, delivering truly remarkable results.
(111Skin Molecular Hydration Mask; 111Skin Contour Firming Mask; 111Skin NAC Y2 Recovery Mask; 111Skin Oxygen Express Mask)
Yes, we absolutely love masks! They’re the ultimate instant fix—especially for tired, lackluster skin. 111Skin is a brand famously used by makeup artists on celebrities before shoots and red carpets, and on models ahead of runway shows. The reason? The products deliver visible results immediately, and the transformation is even more impressive with consistent use.
On this topic, I have to highlight 111Skin’s liquid masks—they’re incredibly practical, easy to apply and remove in no time. Choose the one that best suits your skin type and needs, and rest assured, all four are designed to erase signs of fatigue from your face.
(Furtuna Skin Visione de Luce Revitalizing Eye Cream; MZ Skin Soothe & Smooth Collagen Activating Eye Complex; 111Skin Celestial Black Diamond Eye Cream; 111Skin Space Defence Bright Eye Lift Gel NAC Y2; Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream)
After intensive care, exfoliation, and hydration, the final step in a skincare routine is usually an eye cream or treatment. However, I actually recommend applying this product first. Instead of massaging it into the skin, gently tap it in using your ring finger, applying small dots from the outer corner of the eye inward. This technique helps stimulate circulation and ensures the delicate eye area receives the care it needs without unnecessary pressure.
At LAB, we’re truly proud to offer a selection of incredibly powerful yet gentle eye creams when it comes to ingredients. 111Skin and Augustinus Bader are definitely among your top picks, but some of my personal favorites also include MZ Skin’s eye treatment and the all-natural formula by Furtuna Skin. These are all excellent products I recommend for reducing puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and wrinkles—while giving your eye area that refreshed, well-rested look.
With these three skincare steps, you’ll quickly restore your skin’s healthy glow and rescue your complexion from winter dullness. And of course—don’t forget that consistency is key when it comes to achieving the results you’re after!
