As we make the transition from summer to autumn, our skin is usually the first to pay the price. Our natural barrier becomes aggravated, and our complexion becomes more fragile, sensitive, and dry. While we can’t do anything about the drop in temperature, we can protect our skin in a myriad of ways.
Here are all the ways you can help keep your skin hydrated during the colder months.
Use an appropriate cleanser
Using a cleanser that doesn’t strip the skin of its natural oils is key. During autumn and winter, stay away from foaming cleansers and instead opt for milk or cream formulations, as they’re gentle on the skin and help ease inflammation.
Arbonee Calm Gentle Daily Cleanser
Essano Vitamin C Brightening Cleanser
Exfoliate! (But not too much)
When we enter autumn, our skin’s sensitivity is usually at its peak thanks to the harsh temperatures we faced the months prior. To give yourself a fresh canvas, exfoliate the skin with a gentle toner or gel.
Reincarnation Pure Facial Exfoliator
Glow Lab Brightening Exfoliator
Use targeted AHA products
If you suffer from blackheads, acne, or textured skin, AHA products will be your new best friend. It gets into the inside of our pores which is the part of our face exfoliating scrubs can’t reach. The products to look out for are the ones that contain fruits as they fall under botanical enzymes.
olay niacinamide + aha super serum
Up your hydration
Use a thicker moisturiser to help retain hydration. You want to up your skin’s moisture as much as possible to avoid any dryness and cracking. We recommend using a light moisturiser in the morning and applying a thicker cream at night to keep the skin soft and glowing.
Aveeno – Daily moisturiser lotion
Don’t forget your lips!
Our lips need love too. Chapped lips are the worst and I’m sure we can all relate one way or another. We recommended using an oil-based lip balm to make your lips feel hydrated, softer and smoother.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Nourishing Lip Balm with Sunscreen Tube
