As the Summer shows signs of coming to an end you will already have started to see changes to your skin that let you know it is ready for some seasonal changes to your routine.
With Summer fun comes warmer temperatures, foreign travel, more time outdoors, swimming, and even sun bathing. In addition, internal factors such as air conditioning and broken sleep during heatwaves and not drinking enough fluids can result in dehydration – for yourself as well as your skin.
You should always adapt your skincare routine as the seasons change because shifts in temperature, humidity, and sun exposure alter your skin's moisture levels and oil production. Weather changes can wreak havoc on your skin. Cold, dry winters strip away moisture, while hot, humid summers lead to excess oil production. Adjusting your routine helps counteract these effects, ensuring your skin remains balanced and comfortable.
Hydration is vital throughout the year, but the type of hydration your skin needs can differ significantly depending on the season.
Protection Against Elements:
Your skin serves as a barrier between your body and the external environment. Different seasons introduce varying challenges – from harsh winds to intense UV rays. Adapting your routine allows you layer on the necessary protection, like using heavier creams in winter and increasing SPF in to summer.
Now is the time to make those small amendments to your routine to ensure your skin maintains its glowing and healthy texture and tone. Follow these three simple steps to help hydrate, smooth and restore your skin’s natural-looking glow.
Cleansers:
Move away from foaming washes that can make the skin feel tight and choose nourishing cream or oil-based cleansers. We can’t even put into words how highly we recommend the Jane Scrivner Nourishing Cleanser. A multi-award-winning cleanser developed with purifying beeswax, sebum-balancing pro collagen and pro elastin, essential oils and soothing organic jojoba oil. This oil mimics the skin’s natural wax production and can penetrate deep into the its layers to replenish and restore the essential barrier function without challenging the pH of the surface biome or acid mantle.
Moisturisers:
Layer on richer, ceramide-filled creams and balms like hyaluronic acid or glycerin. We also rate the Jane Scrivner Overnight Recharge Balm. A repairing and replenishing balm that helps to restore your skin while you sleep. For skin that’s in need of a recharge with intense hydration, protection and nourishment the Overnight Recharge Balm delivers. Filled with skin boosting ingredients, it’s a nightly nutritional recipe to feed your skin and replenish your natural balance overnight.
This is a treatment that’s designed to revive, repair and restore your skin while you sleep - especially if you have tired, dry or lacklustre skin that needs to be replenished. If your skin struggles with weather changes, your lifestyle or ageing, then the Jane Scrivner Overnight Recharge Balm can support you in rebuilding your skin’s natural balance.
Treatments: Autumn is an ideal time to reintroduce or increase active ingredients like retinoids since sun intensity lower but always keep using daily SPF, even on overcast winter days.
As your skin produces less oil a facial oil is the ideal addition to make sure you include in your daily routine. Without wanting to give any favouritism to the brand, the Jane Scrivner Intense Facial Oil is a fortifying, nourishing facial oil that helps with fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation, sun damage and dry skin that needs some extra care or supportive healing. Naturally rich in nourishing fatty acids and vitamins A, C and E it works with your skin’s natural barrier function and is safe for supporting the healing of sun/photo damage and pigmentation.
Summary:
Just as your wardrobe changes, so should your skincare. Consistently adjusting your routine boosts its effectiveness, preventing plateaus in your skincare. Adapting to your skin's evolving needs ensures you're always making progress.
The importance of seasonal skincare cannot be overstated. A personalised routine that evolves with the weather keeps your skin healthy, radiant, and ready to face whatever nature throws your way. Embrace the dynamic nature of your skin and make changing your skincare routine with the seasons a priority for lasting, consistent and timeless beauty.