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With the weather cooling down and the leaves beginning to change, it’s time to think about how you and your skin are going to adapt to the changing seasons. For many people, keeping your skin looking soft and fresh in the cooler months of the year is stressful and even a challenge, but it doesn’t mean it has to be. Introducing small, but impactful changes into your daily life can affect the way you look and feel.
If you’re looking to make the most out of your fall skin regime, be sure to try out these hacks to give you that glowing result you’re looking for!
Moisturize your skin
From the time you wake up to the time you go to bed, you should be mindfully reapplying moisturizer and hydrating your skin. Taking care of your skin is important because it can help prevent visible signs of aging. When it comes to finding the products to use it’s imperative to know what you’re looking for and why.
For your face, look for thicker face creams and moisturizers to add hydration to your pores and protect against the colder, dry months. Facial creams and serums for daytime usage are also great options to consider if you’re looking for something that can add protection without being visible to others.
Likewise, for the rest of your body, be sure to find a body lotion and constantly reapply before your skin has the chance to start cracking. Places like your feet and hands are particularly important areas to lotion throughout the day, and neglecting them could lead to dry and irritated skin.
Stay hydrated and maintain your diet
There’s no hiding the fact that the fall into winter is one of the toughest times to keep yourself hydrated. With the temperatures dropping and the moisture in the air drying out, it’s inevitable that it will affect your skin health. And although there isn’t much you can do to change the moisture in the environment, it doesn’t mean you can’t control the water entering your body. It’s in your best interest to drink as much water daily as possible. Since our body is 70% water and is constantly in need of more to regulate it, adequately drinking throughout the day can keep your skin moisturized and glowing.
Find a water bottle and keep refilling it to always have by your side. Whether that be at work or by your bedside, keeping a schedule of how much water you’re consuming will keep your body properly hydrated and avoid the thirst. If you find yourself getting sick of water, try adding a little flair to it to mix it up. Try out flavoring or add fresh fruit to add a healthy twist to your beverage.
The same goes for maintaining a healthy diet. If you find yourself falling down a hole of unhealthy eating habits, be sure to turn to foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts and fish that have natural moisture and nutrients that contribute to healthy skin regeneration.
Adjust grooming and hygiene habits
Matching your hygiene habits with your skin wellness will set you up for success, but you have to be proactive about it. Starting with your shower routine, be mindful of what and how much body wash and shampoo you’re applying to your skin. Many soaps, in combination with steamy hot water, are notorious for drying out skin and even irritating it leading to visible scarring. Instead, try out “in-shower moisturizers” which are applied and rinsed off similarly to conditioner for your hair to combat drying out your skin pores.
Dressing up your appearance can affect your skin as well. For women, choosing your makeup wisely can be a balancing act of beauty and healthiness. Look for cosmetics that have skin-preserving elements to get the best of both worlds. As for men, be sure to take care of your face when you’re grooming and shaving. Many men forget that shaving can add unwanted bacteria to your face if not stored and done properly, so finding proper and precision shaving products from brands like Harry’s, can prevent itchiness and extra oil when it comes to trimming up your facial hair.
Change the way you sleep
Just because you’re sleeping doesn’t mean you shouldn’t actively be taking care of your skin, especially during the fall. If you think about it, the average person spends a significant amount of their life sleeping, so you may as well be mindful of your sleeping conditions and how they can affect your skin and body. For starters, make sure you’re actively replacing your pillowcase and sheets on your bed. Especially during the fall, these items can collect oil from your skin along with bacteria that can cause acne.
Another additional option at your disposal is experimenting with an overnight facemask that can add hydration to your face while you’re snoozing overnight. These kinds of masks are perfect and easy to apply right before bed and absorb almost instantly so they don’t make a mess of your pillowcase!
Invest in a humidifier
Since cold weather is inevitably coming and you’ll more than likely start turning on the heater in your house, be wary that this kind of dry environment can quickly dry out your skin. If you see yourself spending significant time indoors this fall or huddled around an artificial heater, you may want to invest in a humidifier for your living or workspace to balance out the moisture of the environment.
From a price standpoint, they are quite affordable and easily accessible. Find one that suits you in price and size and add it to your bedroom, under your desk at work, or anywhere else you spend the majority of your time. You will certainly find the tiny moisture it adds will prevent your skin from cracking.
Stick to sunblock
Although many people don’t realize it, your skin is still susceptible to sunlight even during the fall. While the sun may not be shining for quite as long as the summer that doesn’t mean you can’t get sunburned. To avoid this, remember to stay dedicated to applying sunscreen if you go outdoors.
Of course, unlike the summer, there’s no need to lather on the sunblock, however applying a light layer before taking on the sunshine can prevent wrinkles and sunspots. Taking the extra couple of seconds to apply can keep your skin looking glowing and youthful.
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