Climate Adaptive Skincare

Climate-Adaptive Skincare: How to Care for Your Skin When the Weather Keeps Changing

Your skin in January is not your skin in July. It never was, and honestly, it shouldn't have to pretend to be.

I started Stark in Montreal in 2011, after a lot of long walks along the Lachine Canal watching scrappy little native plants push through concrete and survive winters that would flatten most of us. They didn't need perfect conditions. They adapted. That idea has shaped every formula I've made since, and it's pretty much what climate-adaptive skincare is.

This page is where I've gathered what I know about caring for skin through cold, wind, dry indoor heat, sticky summers and city air. Bookmark it, come back when the seasons turn, and skip whatever doesn't apply to you.

What is climate-adaptive skincare?

Climate-adaptive skincare is a simple idea: instead of using the exact same routine 365 days a year, you adjust it to what your skin is actually dealing with right now. A little more barrier support when the furnace kicks on. Lighter layers when it gets humid. A bit more protection on long city days.

In practice, that looks like:

  • Supporting your skin barrier when cold air, wind or indoor heating leave it tight and dry
  • Using hydration strategically when humidity drops
  • Protecting against everyday stressors like UV and pollution
  • Switching textures, lighter or richer, as the seasons shift
  • Choosing gentle formulas that support your skin instead of bossing it around

A quick bit of science: the outermost layer of your skin works as a barrier. It helps keep water in and irritants out. When it's disrupted, skin tends to feel dry, tight, rough, itchy, or suddenly reactive to products you've used happily for years.

And to be really clear, this does not mean buying a whole new routine every season. Please don't. It means noticing when your skin needs a bit more support, and making one or two small changes.

Climate-adaptive skincare is not one-size-fits-all

Your skin type, your concerns, your medications, your hormones and your local climate all matter. Oily, breakout-prone skin might do better with lightweight hydration than a heavy balm. Dry, reactive skin might love the richest thing on the shelf.

This is actually why I don't formulate for skin types at all. Skin changes day to day, so the real skill is learning to read yours (I call it skin-listening) and adjusting from there.

If you're dealing with persistent irritation, eczema, psoriasis, severe dryness or a sudden change in your skin, please see a dermatologist or qualified healthcare professional.

Let's get into it.

 Why weather affects your skin 

Cold air and low humidity

Cold air holds less moisture, so water evaporates from your skin more easily. That's when cheeks start feeling tight and flaky, usually right around the first properly cold week of the year

Indoor heating


This is the sneaky one. Furnaces, radiators, fireplaces and space heaters all dry out indoor air, and most of us sit in it for hours every day. It's why your skin can feel totally fine after cleansing, then tight and cranky by 3pm, even though you barely went outside. (I wrote a whole post about this: Why Is My Skin So Dry in Winter? (It Might Be Your Living Room).)

Wind & temperature swings

Wind pulls moisture from exposed skin. Then there's the back and forth between minus 20 outside and a toasty office inside, over and over, all winter. That's a lot to ask of anyone's face. For some people it shows up as redness, flaking or new sensitivity.

Pollution & daily environmental exposure


UV, pollution and other everyday exposures contribute to something called oxidative stress. Antioxidants can help support your skin against it. I'll be honest though: no product can block all of it, and I'm wary of any brand that says otherwise.

 Signs your skin needs climate support 

Your skin is pretty good at telling you when something's off, if you take a second to listen. 

You might notice:

  • Tightness right after cleansing, or creeping in later in the day
  • Dry patches, flaking or rough texture
  • Stinging or redness from products you normally tolerate just fine
  • Irritation around the cheeks, nose or lips
  • Skin that looks dehydrated but still feels oily in places (yes, both at once, it's a thing)
  • Makeup or skincare that pills or sits unevenly
  • Skin that's perfectly happy in summer and turns reactive every winter

Dryness isn't only a cold-weather problem, either. Air conditioning, travel, hard water, over-cleansing and constant handwashing can all do it too.

 How to build a climate-adaptive routine 

This doesn't need to be complicated. If it's complicated, it's probably missing the point. Start with a simple foundation, then turn the dial up or down as the weather changes.

Cleanse Gently.

Your cleanser should take off sunscreen, makeup and the day's buildup without leaving your skin squeaky. Squeaky isn't clean, it's stripped. If your face feels tight or irritated right after washing, your cleanser may be too harsh for this time of year.

What I'd reach for: AURORA Cleansing Balm, or BOREAL if your skin runs oily or it's the middle of summer and richer balms feel like too much.

Add hydration while skin is still damp.

Apply your hydrating layer while your skin is still a little damp from cleansing. It helps hold onto the water that's already there. Dermatologists commonly recommend applying moisturizer soon after washing for exactly this reason.

What I'd reach for: EQUINOX Calm + Smooth Serum, a gel serum with sea kelp and sodium PCA. I made it for skin that doesn't get along with hyaluronic acid.

Support the barrier.

When your skin feels dry, sensitive or stressed, this is the step to go a little richer. Moisturizers and balms help seal water in and support your barrier, and thicker textures generally hold in more moisture than light lotions.

What I'd reach for: SOLSTICE Ceramide Barrier Balm Serum for very dry or over-exfoliated skin, or MIDNIGHT at night if you prefer an oil.

Protect during the day.

Broad-spectrum sunscreen, every day, including grey February days. Reapply as directed when you're outside for a while. Stark doesn't make sunscreen, so this isn't a sales pitch. It's just the most important step.

If you like, an antioxidant underneath in the morning can add more support. Mine is CITY, a vitamin C oil that's gentle enough for sensitive skin.

Adjust seasonally.

You don't need to replace your whole routine every season. Mostly, you're adjusting how much moisture and protection your skin gets.

Easy Seasonal Adjustments

Your skincare routine doesn't need an entire overhaul every season! Here are the tweaks that matter.

When it's... Cold, dry winter air
What to adjust: Go richer. Add a barrier balm, and run a humidifier if the air at home is very dry.
When it's... Windy or exposed
What to adjust: Moisturize before you head out and cover exposed skin. Don't forget your lips.
When it's... Heated indoor spaces
What to adjust: Reapply moisturizer midday if you feel tight. Keep showers warm, not hot (I know, I know.)
When it's... Humid weather
What to adjust: Lighten your layers if rich products feel heavy, but keep some barrier support.
When it's... Travel or a seasonal change
What to adjust: Simplify first, then bring active or treatment products back slowly.

 Ingredients that support changing conditions 

When I'm formulating for changing weather, I'm looking for a mix of hydration, barrier support and protection. These are the ones worth knowing:

 Ceramides: 

Help support the skin barrier, and show up in a lot of moisturizers for dry or compromised skin.

Glycerin, sodium PCA and other humectants 

Draw in and hold onto moisture in the outer layer of your skin.

Occlusives and emollients 

(Think butters and oils). 
Help slow moisture loss and leave skin softer and more comfortable.

Antioxidants

Help support skin against oxidative stress from everyday environmental exposure.

Gentle Cleansing Agents

Remove buildup without unnecessarily disrupting your barrier.

If you're the type who Googles every ingredient on a label (same), I've listed everything I use and why here.

How to transition your routine.

When the weather turns, change one thing at a time. I know it's tempting to overhaul everything the first cold week of October. Try not to.

  • Keep your cleanser gentle. If your skin feels tight or irritated, simplify before you add anything new.
  • Increase moisture gradually. Move from a lighter layer to a richer cream or balm as your skin asks for it.
  • Layer thinnest to thickest. Water-based products first, richer balms and oils after.
  • Protect consistently. Sunscreen stays in your routine all year, cloudy and cold days included.
  • Give it time. Wait about two to four weeks before deciding whether a change is helping. If something irritates your skin, stop sooner.
  • Equinox calm and smooth hydrating serum by Stark Skincare — soothing gel serum with edelweiss, sea kelp, and helichrysum
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Aurora FAQ

How do I use Aurora as a cleanser?

To remove makeup and SPF:
Massage a chickpea-sized amount onto dry skin. Add warm water to emulsify, and use a dampened washcloth to remove makeup. Can be used to safely remove waterproof eye makeup, even on sensitive eys. Rinse thoroughly. Skin will feel dewy, not stripped.

As a cleansing milk: As a "second cleanse" or "skin cleanse" (ie. step 2 of the double cleansing method), you can apply a small amount of Aurora to wet skin, or emulsify a chickpea sized dab of Aurora in the palm on your hand with a few drops of warm water. The balm will transform into a milky cream cleanser.

How do I use Aurora as a leave-on product?

Simple! Aurora can replace your regular moisturizer.

On clean, preferably damp skin, massage on a small amount of Aurora, and increase as needed. A little goes a long way! Can be applied to face, body, hands, etc.

As a moisture mask, layer a thicker layer over a hydration serum (like our Equinox), and leave on as desired.

Can be used day or night.

Is Aurora right for me?

Everyone's skin is so unique, but Aurora has been a customer favourite since 2011, is often repurchased multiple times, and has been used by all skin types of all ages, in different climates, including sensitive and acne-prone.

Those with balanced to dry skin will love it best, as well as during colder and drier seasons.

For very sensitive skin, I'd recommend the unscented version.

Please check the full ingredients list below to check for allergies, etc.

What do the ingredients in Aurora do?

Here is the full ingredients list. (Please note that the unscented version does not contain the essential oils.)

Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil: Rich in zinc and omega fatty acids, it dissolves makeup and buildup while feeding skin the nutrients it needs to stay balanced.

Garcinia Indica (Kokum) Butter: One of the firmest plant butters, it gives the balm its satisfying melt-on-contact texture while softening skin without clogging pores.

Theobroma Cacao (Organic Cocoa) Butter: A deeply emollient butter that cushions skin during cleansing so your face never feels stripped or tight afterward.

Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter: Lightweight yet nourishing, it helps the balm rinse away impurities while leaving behind a soft, conditioned finish.

Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter: An Amazonian butter rich in lauric acid that melts quickly on skin, helping lift away sunscreen and long-wear makeup.

Glycine Soja (Non-GMO Soybean) Butter: High in vitamin E and lecithin, it supports the skin barrier so cleansing feels comforting rather than depleting.

Camellia Sinensis (Organic Green Tea) Seed Oil: A fast-absorbing antioxidant oil that protects skin from environmental stress while gently loosening the day's grime.

Hippophae Rhamnoides (Supercritical CO2 Seabuckthorn) Fruit Oil: A potent source of rare omega-7 and carotenoids that calms and replenishes skin as you cleanse.

Cetyl Alcohol: A plant-derived fatty alcohol (not a drying alcohol) that gives the balm its smooth, creamy glide.

Daucus Carota (Carrot) Root Extract: Naturally rich in beta-carotene, it supports skin renewal and lends the balm its warm golden hue.

Bisabolol: The soothing heart of chamomile, it calms redness and irritation, making this balm gentle enough for sensitive skin.

Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate: An olive-derived emulsifier that lets the balm transform into a milky rinse with water, so it washes clean without residue.

Tocopherol (Non-GMO Vitamin E): An antioxidant that protects both your skin and the balm's precious oils, keeping the formula fresh and effective.

Lecithin: A natural phospholipid that helps skin absorb the balm's nutrients while reinforcing your moisture barrier.

Pure Essential Oils: A carefully measured aromatic blend that turns your nightly cleanse into a moment of ritual.

What they say about Aurora

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

I adore this product!!

I am so glad I took a chance and ordered this cleansing balm. It is fantastic!! Silky smooth balm that melts into my skin and gently rinses away once emulsified with some water.

My sensitive skin is LOVING it! [...]

This is perfection. This jar smells amazing but once rinsed away there is no lingering aroma on my skin. [...]

Sarah J.O.

Stark's best seller cleansing and beauty balm since 2011, award winning multipurpose beauty balm that leaves skin nourished.

A great sensory product!

I bought it for my boyfriend but I’ve been using it daily. It absorbs very well and smells absolutely incredible. Will update further into my use! I will be ordering more.

Nicola A.

This balm is divine

The feel and smell of this balm is divine

I like to put it in dry before a shower and soak up all the goodness before rinsing it off.

K. Brown

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.

Jars of a product with 'Aurora' branding on a surface with flowers in the background

The GOAT

I love everything about Aurora! It feels so luxurious and does an amazing job at taking off my makeup but also leaves my skin moisturized. And the smell is absolutely amazing! I use this everyday and it’s my favorite thing from Stark!

Alex S.

My can't-live-without Product!

I've been using this balm since 2013 and I will never stop. It's a favorite part of my daily routine. Once you start you'll never stop!

Shauna N.

Smells divine and sinks in

Smells divine and sinks into my skin quickly when applied as a balm after retinoids. Also a great first cleanse, removing mascara without stinging or pulling out my eyelashes, and removes waterproof spf, too!

Sherry K.