Summer is almost over, which means that autumn is right around the corner! Yes, it’s time for pumpkin spiced lattes, blankets and rainy days, but with the change of season comes a change in our beauty routine. You should always keep in mind that when the weather changes, so does your beauty routine. Here are some of our fall beauty tips that will help your skin looking healthy and beautiful.
Hydration
Heat is well known for causing dehydration in our bodies, but the cold weather tends to dry our skin and this is due to dehydration too. Remember to moisturize your skin in the morning before stepping out the door, so the first thing in the morning that touches your skin is not the cold wind. Also, remember to drink plenty of water, which is something that most people struggle with when it’s no longer hot outside.
Sun protection
This is a habit you must keep year-round. Although autumn and winter are thought to be cloudy seasons, the sun is the strongest when it’s cloudy because the UV rays can still damage your skin. Even if it’s raining, put some sunscreen on if you’re going to be driving or walking outside. There are many sunscreens out there, so look for sunscreens with zinc oxide, which gives you the best protection. Wear that under your makeup to get the most out of it.
Give your skin a break
During fall and winter, the skin loses its tan. Don’t worry, this is okay and completely natural and healthy. Don’t waste time and money in bronzing lotions or tanning beds. Let your skin renew. We do recommend that you invest in mineral makeup, which is made from minerals that not only give you that sunkissed summer glow or bronzed look, but they don’t contain harsh chemicals that other makeup does.
Don’t scratch your skin
Our skin gets drier, we all know that; therefore, it is more sensible. If you want to exfoliate your skin, try to do it with gentle products so you don’t get irritation or more dehydrated skin. Look for sensitive skin products to wash your face and if you have the need to scratch, then reach for your moisturizer because it’s your skin telling you that it needs to be nourished. Watch what you eat and talk to a dermatologist or doctor if you develop a rash, irritation, or acne.
Avoid excessive hot showers
We know this is a hard one, but after summer your skin is tight and dry, temperatures go down and weather conditions are worse, and hot water does nothing but to make our skin even drier. We know the bathroom can get cold during the fall and winter months, so start out with warm water, then towards the end of your shower, lower the temperature. We promise your skin will not be as dry as when you crank up the heat.
Face masks
During summer face masks can make our skin greasy and excessively shiny. During the fall we lose our natural glow, so it’s the perfect time to prepare your skin before the real cold temperatures come.
Check out this hydrating DIY face mask:
1/2 banana
1 teaspoon of honey
1 tablespoon of baking soda
The baking soda provides a gentle exfoliation, while the honey hydrates. The banana not only smells good but adds nutrients to your skin which hydrate and brighten your skin.
Teas, teas, and more teas
Fight dehydration from the inside out with tea. A hot tea is not something you ask for at a café in summer, but in fall it keeps you warm, it’s healthy, and, obviously, water-based, so it keeps you hydrated. Look for teas that include honey, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and other ingredients that help keep you healthy too, especially since the cold and flu season is right around the corner.