Transitioning Your Skin to Colder Climates
Dropping temperatures, the arrival of “sweater weather,” and the annual resurgence of Pumpkin Spice flavored everything can only mean one thing… fall is officially here! As we are well into the season, it’s the perfect time to put on your favorite Meg Ryan rom-com, bake delicious spiced treats, and switch over to your cozy fall wardrobe. More importantly, we need to remember that as the leaves begin to change, so should our skincare routines! Below are some of our favorite ways to transition your summer skincare regimen into one that will keep your skin glowing and healthy all autumn long:
1. Exfoliate Leftover Summer Damage
Just like the trees shed their leaves each year, it is imperative that we frequently exfoliate and remove any skin damage (i.e., sun damage, dead skin cells, hormonal pigment caused from heat) caused by our summer “escapades.” Fall is the perfect time to reset our skin and prepare it for the coming colder months. A few of our favorite exfoliating products are the Environ Revival Mask, the January Labs Night Cream, the French Farmacie Élixir Exfoliant, Environ Mela Fade, and the Royal Fern Phytoactive Essence.
2, Maintain Your Vitamin A
Ensuring that your skin has the proper amount of Vitamin A year round is a crucial element in any effective skincare routine. To keep your skin vibrant and happy through the changing seasons, we recommend the Environ “step up system.” Formulated with retinyl palmitate, Environ’s Vitamin A products do not cause sun sensitivity and help your skin maintain a bright, even, and plump appearance. If you are new to the line, start at the C Quence Serum or the AVST Moisturizer Level 1 and work your way up to stronger products.
Want to take your routine a step further? Adding in an additional retinol in the Fall is a wonderful way to firm, tighten, and smooth the skin even more. Decree Treat Tincture, Triple Active Reclaiming Serum, Vetted Dermlab Retinoid Serum, and Hydrating Oil Capsules are all great options to supplement your current regimen.
3. Add in More Hydrating Elements
One of our skin’s biggest enemies is dehydration. With cooler temperatures and less moisture in the air, our skin needs a little extra TLC to maintain its integrity. Hydration is key! Our go-to products for dry skin, especially in the fall and winter, include Decree SOS masks, Circcell Dew Essence, Environ Seriénce Serum, and Environ Filler Creme.
4. Use a Moisturizing Cleanser
When it comes to our skin in the fall, moisture and hydration are paramount. It is what keeps your skin supple, young, and resilient above all else. Ideally, each step of your skincare routine should contain some type of moisturizing element to combat dryness and dehydration. Several of our best-selling cleansers are extremely moisturizing and would be an added benefit to any routine.
We recommend trying the Environ Cleansing Lotion, Circcell Mandarin Cleansing Milk, Royal Fern Cleansing Balm, or Decree Light Cleanse.
5. Switch to a Thicker Moisturizer
Cooler temps and heaters on mean your products are likely to evaporate quicker, leaving your skin more compromised. Seal in all actives with a thick cream to ensure a strong, thick skin barrier. Some of our favorites include Lacreme Beaute Bee Venom Cream and Rose Cream, Decree Peptide Emolient Veil +, and Royal Fern Phytoactive Hydra-Firm Intense Mask.
6. Don't Neglect Your Body
Colder temps don't just affect your face. Your entire body is at risk when moisture levels are reduced. A great solution is hydrating and moisturizing your body right after you get out of the shower. Some of our favorites include Environ Derma Lac Lotion cocktailed with Environ A C E Body Oil, Le Prunier Plumbody, and Susanne Kaufmann's Body Butter.
7. Add the Tools Back In!
Fall is a great time to reincorporate your skin care tools and masks. Devices such as the Environ Gold Microneedling Roller, the Glow Therapy LED Mask, the Rose Quartz Gua Sha, and the Nuface Trinity Pro are some of the best tools to take your skin to the next level. These products are tailored to help your skincare penetrate deeper and reduce pore size, clear stubborn breakouts, sculpt and lift the face, and more. Tools are the game-changers that will take your skin from better to best!
These fall-time tips and tricks will undoubtedly help you achieve radiant and beautiful skin. All of the products mentioned above are available in-store or online, and consultations are available by appointment. At Storied Beauty, we want you to love the skin you’re in!
written by Lindsay Middleton
