How Does Cold Weather Affect Our Skin’s Health?

Whether you dreaded saying goodbye to summer or you’re a fall fanatic who couldn’t wait to break out your fuzzy boots, we’ve reached that time of year again! Although autumn time may be exciting for many of us, it could cause challenges with our skin that have to be addressed.

Thanks to cooler climates and more time spent indoors with heating systems, (or outdoors in the bitter cold with little to no humidity), our skin becomes more susceptible to issues such as dryness and irritation in the fall. In order to remain as healthy and resilient as possible, we have to pay extra attention to our skincare routine and be more intentional with our products and treatments.

Make a Smooth Transition Into Fall Skincare

In case you haven’t already, there’s time to make a few changes to your skincare routine this fall. Since the season’s just getting started, frigid temperatures and drier air haven’t fully arrived just yet, but we know they’re on the way. The key is to be proactive by initiating necessary changes beforehand. Although it may seem like too much of a fuss to bother with revamping your AM and PM skincare regimens, it’s more simple and straightforward than some may think. Consider these easy adjustments that can help keep your skin looking and feeling as gorgeous as ever this fall.

Switch to a Creamy Cleanser

Skin cleansing should always be a number one priority within our daily routine. However, what matters most is which products we use and what ingredients they contain that contribute the most to our skin’s health and radiance. During the summertime, lightweight gel cleansers are generally effective, removing sweat, oil, and germs that accumulate beneath the surface.

However, as the weather goes from warm to cold, try switching to a gentle yet creamy cleanser that nourishes your skin while washing away impurities. Since skin tends to dry out easier in the fall, face washes with glycerin, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid replenish the skin barrier and provide the additional moisture it needs. If you have oily or combination skin and you want to avoid over moisturizing, keep your lightweight gel cleaner for your morning skincare routine. At night, use the creamier cleanser to balance hydration.

Make the Most of Your Moisturizer

Prioritizing nourishment for our skin when the temperatures drop is one of the best ways to help it stay soft and strong. If you were using lightweight gel or cream during the summer months, it’s time to reach for a product that’s much thicker to lock in moisture and hydration. Rich creams that have ingredients like squalene and ceramides are perfect for fall which can get freezing cold. Creamier moisturizers are great for covering your skin with the protective barrier it needs to endure harsh conditions.

Continue Using SPF

As we’ve said time and time again, SPF is not just for spring and summer, it’s an all-season skincare staple. Even on the cloudiest days, minimal sunrays can still shine through and rest on our skin, so it needs protection every day before we go outdoors. Applying sunscreen keeps UV rays from damaging the skin’s surface, leaving sunspots and making it feel tight and irritated.

Book a Professional Facial

Before October ends, be sure to book your monthly facial. Our professionals cover an extensive process that relaxes your mind and body, while fortifying your skin. We remove those set-in toxins, massage the skin to enhance circulation and collagen production, and leave you with a noticeable glow. Amazing skin that’s supple, soft, and smooth isn’t just for warmer months—you can achieve or maintain the skin of your dreams this fall, too! Stop by The Only Facial to experience beautiful skin made simple.