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November is Healthy Skin Month, making it the perfect time to evaluate how well your routine is serving you. Your skincare shouldn’t stay the same year-round—especially as we move from the intense heat of summer into the cool, dry air of winter. As the environment shifts, your skin’s needs shift too. This seasonal transition is an ideal moment to reassess your products, rebalance your skin, and strengthen your moisture barrier before irritation, breakouts, or dryness have a chance to appear.
Why Adjusting Your Skincare Routine Matters
Summer brings heat, humidity, sweat, and more time outdoors—all factors that increase oiliness, clogged pores, and sun exposure. But as fall approaches and temperatures begin to drop, humidity levels fall with them. Suddenly, skin that felt shiny or congested in July can become tight, flaky, or sensitive by November. Transitioning your routine gradually allows your skin to acclimate without stress.
Skincare Shifts for a Smooth Seasonal Transition
1. Light-to-Rich Moisturizing
During summer, lightweight gels or oil-free moisturizers help balance excess oil and sweat. As cooler air arrives, moisturizers with richer textures might be needed to protect your skin barrier—look for ceramides, squalane, shea butter, or hyaluronic acid.
Transition gradually: mix a richer cream into your routine at night, then shift to twice daily if needed.
2. Rethink Your Cleansing Routine
Humid summer weather makes deeper cleansing helpful for removing sunscreen, sweat, and excess oil. But as skin becomes drier in the cooler months, those same cleansers may leave your face feeling stripped.
This is a good time to swap foaming washes for creamier, more hydrating cleansers that clean without disrupting your skin barrier.
3. Support Your Environment
Indoor heating can zap moisture from your skin quickly. As you move away from open windows and into cozy spaces, consider adding a humidifier to keep your environment (and your skin) balanced.
Sunscreen Is a Year-Round Essential
Even though you may spend less time outside as the weather cools, UV rays don’t take a break. In fact, sunscreen becomes even more important in some winter environments.
- UV rays penetrate clouds and windows, meaning your skin is exposed during commutes, errands, and even while sitting near windows at home or work.
- Snow and ice can reflect up to 80% of UV radiation, increasing exposure during winter sports or even simple outdoor activities.
At Vanguard, we like to say that the best sunscreen is the one that you will use. Aim to use a broad-spectrum SPF 30+, every day, year-round. Don’t forget to re-apply every two hours, especially if you are spending time outdoors.
Prepare Your Skin for a Healthy, Glowing Winter
Transitioning your skincare routine from summer to winter doesn’t need to be complicated. By shifting a few products and habits as the seasons change, you can support your skin’s barrier, prevent irritation, and keep your complexion healthy and radiant all year long.
If you’re unsure what changes your skin needs, we’re always here to help. Our Aesthetics team would love to welcome you for a free VISIA digital skin analysis and create the perfect routine for you. To schedule, call 719-579-5555 or book online.
