Tweak your skincare for autumn
As the weather changes, it's time to adjust our skincare routine to the seasons! Autumn brings plenty of exciting opportunities in skincare: we can change our lighter summer moisturisers, concentrate on repairing the damage caused by over-exposure to the sun, and address any existing skin problems.
What changes can we experience on our skin at this time?
Dry skin (dehydration) - switch to more intense hydration!
As the temperature decreases and the air becomes less humid, the skin produces less oil. When combined with the dry air in heated rooms, it is guaranteed that the skin will dry out and the uncomfortable feeling of tight skin, itching, and eczema will develop. Our skin is 70% water, and most of it is found in the horny layer, so it is most important that we reach the deeper layers. It is essential to replace the lighter gel creams we used in summer with a richer, more nourishing daytime cream.
Deepening wrinkles - bring on the anti-aging treatments!
Excessive sun exposure can not only cause sunburn, but it can also intensify the deep skin aging process: sunlight severely damages the collagen fibers responsible for the firmness of our skin. If we haven't properly protected our skin in the past months, we may experience the consequences of photoaging, or skin aging due to sunlight: our skin has become less toned, less elastic, sagged, and the small wrinkles have become deeper. It is worth using a serum rich in vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and antioxidants under the daytime cream!
Pigmentation, uneven skin surface
In addition to deepening wrinkles, the appearance of darker spots on the face can also make everyday life miserable, but in the fall, lightening salon treatments and home care products can also be used. It is important to clarify what the underlying cause is, as pigment abnormalities can be caused by metabolic disorders, hormonal imbalances, and inherited factors. The colour of our skin is given by a protein-like substance called melanin, which is produced in response to UV radiation, and can even be stimulated by melanocytes (pigment-producing cells) after sun exposure.
