Welcome to September! As the days get shorter and the temperatures cool down, you might start noticing some changes in your skin. The fall season brings refreshing air, but it can also be tough on your skin.
A common question we hear from clients at YouHolistic in Exeter, NH is, “Why is my skin so dry?” As the air gets cooler, there’s less humidity. This makes it easier for your skin to lose moisture.
When your skin loses moisture, it can become dry, rough, and even irritated. But don’t worry! There are easy ways to keep your skin looking and feeling its best throughout the fall with the right fall skin care routine.
The Problem: Skin Changes in Fall
Environmental impact:
As fall arrives, the cooler air brings a drop in humidity. This means there’s less moisture in the air, which can cause your skin to dry out. When the air is dry, your skin loses water faster. This is why many people experience dry skin in fall. Your skin may start to feel tight, flaky, or rough to the touch.
Build-up of dead cells:
During the summer, your skin forms a protective barrier to shield itself from the sun, wind, and heat. While this barrier is helpful in the summer, it can cause problems in the fall. The build-up of dead skin cells can block your natural oils and skincare products from reaching the surface of your skin. This can make it harder for your skin to stay hydrated, even if you’re using moisturizers.
The result? A dull complexion and rough skin. That’s why adjusting your fall skin care routine for hydration is so important as the seasons change.
The Solution: Skin Care Routine Adjustments
Daily Skin Care Products
Enzyme Cleanser:
One of the best ways to fight dry skin in the fall is to use a gentle enzyme cleanser. This type of cleanser helps get rid of dead skin cells without damaging your skin’s natural barrier. By preventing dry skin with enzyme cleanser, you allow your skin to absorb moisture better, keeping it soft and smooth.
Growth Factor Serum:
To boost your fall skincare routine, a growth factor serum can be very effective. This serum contains exosomes and growth factors that help rejuvenate your skin. The benefits of growth factor and retinal serums are clear—they help your skin look younger and feel more hydrated, making it perfect for fall.
Additionally, using a growth factor serum regularly can promote the natural healing process of your skin. It can improve skin texture and tone, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and give your skin a brighter, more youthful glow.
Retinal Serum:
Using a retinal serum is another great way to improve your skin’s health. This form of Vitamin A helps speed up cell turnover and reduce fine lines, but without the harsh side effects that other retinoids can cause. It’s the best way to introduce Vitamin A into your routine during the fall months.
Healing Balm/Restorative Cream:
To lock in all that moisture, it’s important to use the best moisturizers for fall skin care. A healing balm or restorative cream will act as a protective barrier, keeping your skin hydrated throughout the day. This is especially helpful when the weather becomes cold and dry.
In-office Treatments
The Perfect Peel + Fotona Laser Treatment:
For deeper skin care needs, in-office treatments are a great option. One popular treatment we offer is The Perfect Peel combined with Fotona Laser. This powerful combination targets sun-damaged skin, fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. It helps give your skin a fresh, renewed look for fall. Perfect Peel and Fotona Laser Treatment is perfect for achieving smoother, brighter skin without harsh side effects.
Vive Exosome Treatment:
Another advanced treatment is the Vive Exosome Treatment. This therapy uses exosomes—tiny messengers that carry nutrients and proteins to your skin cells. Vive is packed with anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce wrinkles, large pores, and uneven skin tone. After just one treatment, your skin can look more youthful and rejuvenated. It’s a great way to enhance your fall skincare routine with in-office help.
After this treatment, many patients notice their skin looks smoother and more even. Pores appear smaller, and the texture of the skin feels softer. The treatment also helps reduce fine lines and makes your skin tone look more balanced, giving it a fresh, youthful glow.
Lifestyle Tips for Skin Health
Bed Linens:
Believe it or not, your bed linens can affect your skin. Using organic bamboo or silk pillowcases can help your skin stay hydrated overnight. Unlike cotton, these materials don’t absorb as much moisture from your skin. This simple change can help improve your skin’s health while you sleep. We recommend brands like Simply Organic Bamboo or Lily Silk for quality bedding that’s gentle on your skin.
Shower Habits:
While hot showers may feel great on a cool fall day, they can strip moisture from your skin. It’s best to avoid overly hot showers and instead use warm water. After showering, apply body oil or moisturizer while your skin is still damp. This locks in moisture and helps prevent dryness.
Hydration:
Staying hydrated is key to keeping your skin healthy. Drink plenty of filtered water, aiming for half your body weight in ounces each day. Using a high-quality water filter like a Berkey can ensure you’re drinking clean water. Keeping your body hydrated helps your skin stay moisturized from the inside out.
Diet:
What you eat has a big impact on your skin’s health. Eating the right foods can help keep your skin hydrated and glowing. One key thing to include in your diet is healthy fats. You can find these in foods like avocados, nuts, seeds, and cold-water fish like salmon and mackerel. These fats help your skin hold onto moisture, which is especially important as the weather gets cooler.
Healthy fats, like omega-3 fatty acids, are known for their ability to reduce inflammation and keep your skin smooth. If you’re not consuming enough omega-3s through your diet, you might consider taking a fish oil supplement. A great option is EPA/DHA Marine Liquid from Premier Research Labs. It’s packed with the essential omega-3s your skin needs to stay soft, supple, and healthy during the fall.
By adding more healthy fats to your diet, you can protect your skin from dryness and help it stay nourished, even in the colder months.
Complimentary Skin Assessment:
Don’t let the fall season take a toll on your skin. At YouHolistic, we offer personalized skin care solutions to help you maintain healthy, glowing skin throughout the year. Schedule your complimentary skin assessment with our Aesthetics RN, Robin. During the assessment, Robin will create a customized aesthetic skin care routine for fall that meets your specific needs, using treatments like the Perfect Peel, Fotona Laser, and Vive Exosome Therapy.
Contact us today to book your appointment and keep your skin looking its best!
