Fall is a time of new beginnings. Leaves are turning colors, the temperature is lowering, and pumpkin-scented everything is appearing in stores. As the seasons change, so does your skin, so taking care of your skin during these colder months is imperative. Learn how to transition your skin-care regimen from summer to fall to ensure your skin stays healthy and clear.
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Exfoliate One Last Time
As we leave summer, say goodbye to frequent exfoliating. Although it gets rid of dead skin and dry patches, exfoliating too much will damage your skin and strip it of its natural oils. During colder months, we want to keep our natural oils for an extra layer of hydration. On the other hand, if you love exfoliating, using a gentle scrub one to two times a week is OK—just don’t overdo it.
Use Hydrating Soaps
The key to shifting your skin-care regimen is using hydrating soap. Your typical skin-care routine starts with cleansing, and you want to set your skin up for optimal moisture. Soft and supple skin begins with the ingredients in your soaps. For example, there are benefits of shea butter in soap, as well as other nourishing properties.
Switch to a Thick Moisturizer
Climate transitions have a significant impact on our skin. In the summer, we’re used to heat and humidity that increase moisture. However, in the fall, we experience a sudden decrease in humidity and surges of cold wind. This creates stale air that dries our skin out. Therefore, using a thicker moisturizer will lock in hydration and protect your skin from harsh weather.
Incorporate Vitamin C
Repairing sun-damaged skin is an essential part of a fall regimen. During the summer, we expose our skin to UV rays that harm our skin cell production. Combat this by incorporating a serum, oil, or moisturizer that features vitamin C to improve skin tone and promote collagen production.
It’s officially time to start transitioning our skin care for the fall. You can ease the strain on your skin in many ways, but these are some of the most crucial steps to take to transition your skin-care regimen from summer to fall. We hope we made your skin-care regimen a little easier for this autumn weather.
