How to Get Clear Skin This Fall

It is fall, which means the clock have sprung forward and winter is coming (sorry, couldn’t resist). The fall season also means that your skincare routine needs to be shaken up a bit. The fact that seasons, along with the temperature and weather changes they bring can affect your skin considerably is taught early in skin care professional training and conferences like this aesthetic medicine conference in Nashville, TN. You probably spent all summer dousing yourself with sunscreen (or at least, we hope), which means that your skin could probably use some major love and attention. If your skin is looking a little clogged and dull, there are some things you can do to rejuvenate it for the drier and colder months up ahead. Everyone has different needs, but regardless, there are some things you can do no matter what your type is that can help you get (and keep!) clear skin this fall.

Find a Really Good Cleanser

The fall season marks the beginning of drier (and windier) weather, which can take a toll on your face—if you already have dry skin, this will be an especially tough time for you. So, if your current face wash makes your skin feel tight and sensitive after using, get rid of it. Immediately. Before you go out and grab just any replacement soap though, spend some time on the internet to find a great cleanser that will not only clean but also nourish your skin. If you deal with blemishes, you’ve likely gone through the ringer with medications or face wash brands. Some of us get a single spot once a year, while others deal with severe breakouts every month. That doesn’t necessarily mean you need different skin care products; after all, singular pimples and acne are the same thing. You need to find a cleanser that will hydrate and offer additional benefits, like brightening and conditioning, whether or not you deal with the occasional whitehead or you’ve got a smattering of angry red pimples on your skin. You should also try to always wash your face in warm water, as the hotter the water is, the harsher and more drying it will be for your skin. To be honest, cold water is better—and that goes for your whole body. You can consult experts that do acne scar treatment in Queens, NY for professional guidance. You may also consider microneedling like Morpheus8 in Vancouver, WA to help reduce appearance of scars and dark spots. For more hydration, you can look into treatments like HydraFacial in Oxford, MS or IPL photofacial in Lehi, UT.

All About the Hydration

So, now that you have the right face wash, you need the right lotion. No matter what skin type you have, your skin needs a great moisturizer—and sometimes even more than one kind. Even if you have oily skin, you still need to hydrate. Find something that will hydrate while also creating a barrier to help your skin stay protected. And since the fall season is more drying, you might also want to find a lotion that is a little thicker too, as it should contain a lot more in it than your lightweight summer product—such as ceramides, hyaluronic acid, vitamins, minerals, and oils. Apply your moisturizer right after you get out of the shower, since your skin will be fresh, clean and damp. And do not rub it in if you can help it, since it is always better to pat products into your skin.

Keep Using Sunscreen

Look, just because it is overcast and there are clouds does not mean your skin isn’t at risk. UV rays are sneaky and you can easily get some serious exposure on a cloudy day. In fact, plenty of people have found themselves with a bit of a sun burn after being outside all day without sunscreen, because they assumed since the sun wasn’t beating down on them, they would be fine. Don’t be that person. Even if you had just got a fake tan, make sure that you apply sunscreen without fail. You should just make sunscreen part of your morning routine, no matter what the weather is, though you certainly don’t have to wear your heavy-duty summer sunscreen. Plenty of tinted moisturizers and makeup are now packed with SPF, so you should be okay if you stick with one of those. Also be sure to throw on a wide brimmed hat (back in style!) and protective clothing when you head outdoors.

Have Some “You” Time

Set aside some time every week (if you can) to primp and pamper yourself. If you can afford to, maybe go get a facial every now and again from experts like Radiant Skin – HydraFacial or get a laser skin rejuvenation treatment. But if you can’t, using things like face masks are a great option. There are tons of masks that are made to address specific issues, so stock up on a nice handful and rotate them out depending on what your face needs that day. For instance, are you dealing with dryness and redness? Maybe your face is feeling irritated and has been breaking out. Or your t-zone has been crazy oily. No matter what your issue is, there is a mask out there for you. Plus, it really only takes 10 minutes, so you have no excuse not to do it.