autumn skin care

No, we do not propose to get rid of all available jars of creams, but competent skin care still involves some seasonal rearrangements in the current beauty arsenal. Below are the details and specific recommendations.

What happens to the skin in autumn

The change of season always requires some adjustments in home care, because the skin willy-nilly is forced to adapt to the surrounding realities. Autumn is a transitional period when the skin, accustomed to the summer heat, is rebuilt, adapting to the prickly wind, lack of sun, and temperature changes. And ahead – the real winter cold.

At the same time, the weather is unstable – either a sharp cold snap, or almost summer outside the window, or rain with wind, or a fine day. The skin has a hard time, especially if during the summer it was subjected to intense insolation and thoroughly “fried”.

So, typical autumn skin problems:

  • dryness caused by dehydration and impaired barrier functions;

  • thickening of the stratum corneum (which means dullness and roughness), especially if you diligently sunbathed and neglected exfoliation so as not to wash off the tan;

  • hyperpigmentation is another consequence of communication with the sun;

  • increased sensitivity, skin reaction to lower temperatures and dry autumn air;

  • redness is a reaction of blood vessels to a cold snap.

How to take care of your skin after summer

The general direction of the autumn beauty routine is to create the most comfortable conditions at all stages of facial care.

Purification

Choose the gentlest type of cleansing for your skin type (foam, cream-gel, cream, cleansing oil or balm).

Cream-gel cleansing for the face with rose water “Basic care”, Garnier

It cleanses the skin well, has a pleasant texture and contains soothing rose water.

Foaming make-up remover Biosource Total Renew Oil, Biotherm

Literally melts on the skin. Dissolves make-up and emulsifies on contact with water – acts in the image and likeness of a cleansing oil.

Exfoliation

This action must be carried out 1-2 times a week, but only with the help of soft scrubs and gommages. Towards the end of October, owners of oily and combination skin, as well as those with severe hyperpigmentation, can undergo a course of peeling. The mildest option is night micropeeling, which accelerates skin renewal., Kiehl’s.

Moisturizing and nourishing

In autumn, light “water” moisturizers (gels, fluids) are better to postpone until better times and switch to products with a richer (but not heavy) texture. In addition to the obligatory hydrants (hyaluronic acid, glycerin), look for components in their composition that strengthen the hydrolipid mantle and / or create a protective barrier on the skin surface:

  • oil;

  • ceramides;

  • squalane;

  • vitamins E and B3 (niacinamide).

Sun protection

Sun protection is relevant all year round, even in cloudy weather, especially on sunny days in early autumn. However, at this time of the year the sun is on the wane, so an SPF of 20-30 is enough, it can be a BB cream or foundation with a sun protection function.

The exception is skin with hyperpigmentation, it must be protected at any time of the year with products with filters of at least SPF 50.

Features of skin care, taking into account its type

The above points apply to all skin types. But there are some nuances and features.

In autumn, however, as always, you need to take care of your skin, taking into account its type and characteristics.

Sensitive

Choose from lines for sensitive skin products with soothing ingredients (niacinamide, etc.).

Oily

In autumn, problems such as greasiness of the skin, acne and acne can be aggravated, all associated with the same dehydration and thickening of the stratum corneum (the consequences of insolation). A common mistake is to combat these phenomena with squeaky cleansing and alcohol-based products. Use an exfoliating lotion instead of a tonic or use a night peel as an evening care. During the day, be sure to apply sunscreen.

Dry

Focus on additional skin hydration with a hyaluronic acid serum or toner. And don’t forget sheet masks.

Combined

Avoid overloading your skin with rich textures that can cause oily sheen in the T-zone. Suitable option: hyaluronic serum + favorite light cream. You can make the cream more nutritious by enriching it with a drop of cosmetic oil just before use.

Top 5 face products

In our review, we have included creams that the Healthy-Food editors consider the most suitable for skin care in the fall.

Moisturizing cream Toleriane Sensitive for sensitive skin, La Roche-Posay

The prebiotic treatment contains moisturizing glycerin, niacinamide and ceramide to strengthen the protective barrier and plenty of La Roche-Posay thermal water to soothe the skin.

Moisturizing regenerating agent for normal and dry skin of the face, neck and décolleté Emollience, SkinСeuticals

The cream is saturated with nourishing oils (grape seed, rosehip and macadamia), which, however, do not weigh down the texture of the product and do not prevent it from being perfectly absorbed without feeling a sticky film. Skin, especially dry, will be satisfied.

Night gel mask for transforming and moisturizing the skin Aqualia Thermal, Vichy

Formulated with Isotonic Cocktail (Vichy mineralizing water + vegetable sugar) and hyaluronic acid, shea butter is added for a richer texture.

Moisturizing fluid for the face Ultra Facial Moisturizer, Kiehl’s

From the entire Ultra Facial series, we chose this particular fluid, which suits all skin types, has a texture and composition that is optimal for autumn care: hydrants plus avocado oils, apricot kernel and, of course, branded squalane.

Skin Perfecting Emulsion Powercell Skinmunity, Helena Rubinstein

Made from 82% natural botanical cells, this emulsion hydrates and protects skin throughout the day and supplies B-vitamins (spirulina) for a welcomed anti-aging effect.

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