Skincare Routine for Colder Weather: Autumn and Winter Essentials

As the seasons change, so should the skincare routines. Just as you change your summer wardrobe for warmer, cozier clothes, it's also essential to adjust the skincare regimen for the colder weather. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of seasonal skincare, discuss when and how often to adjust your routine, and share valuable autumn and winter skincare tips and products to help you maintain healthy skin.  

Seasonal Skincare: Why It Matters

We all want to have clean and nourished skin all year long, and as essential as finding the right skincare products is, it is even more important to adapt them to the skin's needs. The transition from summer to autumn and eventually to winter brings about significant changes in temperature, humidity, and environmental factors. These shifts can affect your skin in various ways, from dryness and flakiness to increased sensitivity and irritation, making seasonal skincare a must.  

How Often Should You Change Your Skincare Routine?

Depending on the part of the world you live in, it is recommended to adjust your skincare regimen when the seasons change. This typically means changing your routine as the weather changes from warmer to colder months and vice versa.  

How Long Does It Take Your Skin to Adjust to a New Skincare Routine?

When you switch your skincare routine, be patient – it can take a few weeks for your skin to adapt to the new products. During this period, your skin may experience some changes like temporary breakouts or dryness which is normal when implementing new products into the routine. Give your skin time to acclimate before questioning the effectiveness of your new routine.  

*If issues persist or worsen, consider consulting a dermatologist.  

Autumn Skincare Tips 

Gently Exfoliate 

During the colder months, skin can become drier and more prone to the buildup of dead skin cells. This is where exfoliation comes into play as it helps in sloughing away dead skin cells, which, as a result, helps the skin to absorb the moisturizers more effectively and leaves it smooth and hydrated. 

For a thorough cleanse, we recommend LUNA™ 4, a 2-in-1 smart facial cleansing & firming device clinically proven to remove 99% of dirt, oil, and makeup residue. Its velvety-soft silicone touchpoints remove impurities trapped deep within pores (try washing one half of your face with your hands and the other with LUNA™ 4, and then test with a clean cotton pad how much dirt actually stays on your face when you wash with hands only). At the same time, its guided firming massages help to reduce fine lines and sagging, relax facial muscle tension points, and improve lymphatic drainage - targeting visible signs of aging - thanks to its gentle T-Sonic™ pulsations. 

Hydration is Key 

As the weather and humidity levels drop, the air becomes drier, and hydration is crucial in order to prevent moisture loss. Incorporate a rich, moisturizing cream into your routine to lock in hydration. A great product to do so is SUPERCHARGED™ HA+PGA Triple-Action Intense Moisturizer. This luxuriously rich, fast-absorbing gel cream is clinically proven to boost hydration by a whopping 40% in just 15 minutes! Formulated as an all-in-one solution that ensures long-lasting hydration, improves elasticity, prevents moisture loss, and strengthens the skin barrier, it gives you a natural, youthful glow that lasts all day.

Every time colder weather rolls around, most of us battle the same dragons (and envy the privileged few that seem unaffected) of sudden dryness, uncomfortable tightness, cracking, or skin hypersensitivity. All of these are just symptoms masking the singular problem of compromised skin barrier function due to the lack of hydration and the elements incessantly insulting the skin surface. The barrier does justice to its name, retaining the water inside the skin and not letting harmful things enter. This is where essence mists come as a perfect refresher to help your skin fight off the cold stressor's damage throughout the day. 

Designed for tired, dehydrated skin, showing the first signs of aging FOREO SUPERCHARGED™ Barrier Restoring Essence Mist is formulated with 2% Niacinamide to brighten & revive dullness, a blend of 9 Peptides that firm & plump to help improve fine lines & elasticity, Centella Asiatica to calm skin and improve texture & tone, and Panthenol to hydrate & strengthen the skin barrier and a spritz any time you feel dry and uncomfortable will provide instant relief and protection. 

Sun Protection 

Make sure to pay attention to your sunscreen even after summer is over. While it's true that the days are getting shorter and the sun might not feel as intense, the harmful effects of UV rays persist even into the colder season. These rays can penetrate through cloud cover and reach your skin, potentially leading to sunburn, premature aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer. 

Consider incorporating a moisturizer with SPF into your daily skincare routine to ensure you stay protected. This way, you can enjoy the benefits of proper sun protection while keeping your skin well-hydrated during the cooler months. So, remember, your commitment to sun protection shouldn't stop with the changing seasons, as it's an essential part of any skincare routine.  

Winter Skincare Tips

Thicker Moisturizers 

Transitioning from autumn to winter brings even lower temperatures and crisper air, meaning the skin needs even more hydration. In colder and drier climates, the environment can strip your skin of its natural moisture, leaving it vulnerable to the wind and low temperatures. To combat this, upgrade your skincare routine by choosing thicker, more soothing moisturizers or sleeping masks. These rich formulations will recharge your skin, helping to prevent moisture loss. 

FOREO SUPERCHARGED™ Ultra-Hydrating Sleeping Mask is a rich and replenishing overnight jelly mask that calms skin and locks in moisture as you sleep. Formulated with 99% natural origin ingredients, this nourishing leave-on treatment recharges and rejuvenates the skin without clogging pores, making it look healthy and dewy before the day has even begun. 

If you've ever had some meat wrapped with less than care in the freezer, you've noticed the exposed parts look very different from the covered ones. It's called freezer burn, and it happens when the frigid air evaporates all moisture, leaving you with basically freeze-dried meat. This is what happens in the freezing winter temperatures for our skin as the moisture escapes it. 

For us who constantly feel like our skin is drying out in the winter, even waking up feeling dry, we know that there are times when nothing but a deep-penetrating face oil will do! One of these is the nightly intense yet lightweight repair: FOREO SUPERCHARGED™ Overnight Skin Repair Face Oil that will lock that moisture in so well. It will also improve the look of wrinkles, redness, and pores while you sleep and tackle premature signs of aging with firming and elasticity-enhancing Peptides, barrier-restoring Avocado Oil, soothing Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, and antioxidant Vitamin E. 

Lip Care 

Lip Care during the winter months is essential as chapped lips are a common issue. The combination of cold, dry air and indoor heating can make your lips dry and cracked. To ensure your lips remain soft and smooth throughout the season, it's important to have a consistent lip care routine. Invest in a nourishing lip balm that provides both hydration and protection.  

Ingredients like shea butter, beeswax, and vitamin E can help lock in moisture and repair damage. Additionally, remember to exfoliate your lips gently with a lip scrub or a soft toothbrush from time to time to remove dead skin cells, which will allow your lip balm to work even more effectively. 

Humidifier 

Indoor heating systems reduce the humidity in our homes, which affects our skin, making it more dry, itchy, and prone to irritation.  By adding moisture back into the air, a humidifier will reduce the drying effects of indoor heating and thus help your skin retain moisture.

Each season is beautiful in its own way and brings its own joys. Spring is rebirth, summer is blossoming, autumn is slowing down, and winter is rest and reflection. No matter how low the mercury plummets and how much inconvenience it may cause us in some areas, autumn and winter are to be experienced fully. If you are going to take away one single thing from this article, it's imperative to hydrate well, deeply, and often. Hold on to the moisture you have, add it to your spaces, and topically, create a protective layer on the skin to prevent water loss, and don't shy away from stronger moisturizers you wouldn't dream of using in the summer. We hope you'll welcome Jack Frost with grace this year. Be well, stay warm, and enjoy living in your beautiful skin.