Autumn is officially here!
It’s starting to feel homely and cosy; we’re reminded of the scent of cinnamon and roasted pumpkin, golden autumn landscapes and warm jumpers. But sometimes we forget that we need to change the way we look after our skin, because every season brings its own challenges. The skin on the face, neck, décolletage, hands and lips – all the parts of the body exposed to winter temperatures (which, they say, are where a woman’s age is most often revealed) are the first things we need to think about when the cold weather sets in.
Any change requires at least a little discipline, but the result is well worth it. Here are our easy-to-follow tips:
1. What do you use to cleanse your face?Cleansing is the foundation of good skin health and appearance, so do consider changing the skincare products you use. As the weather gets colder, you should switch to products that do not strip your skin of its natural oils and moisture. Choose a gentle and nourishing cleansing gel.
The wind and cold air are tough to cope with; low temperatures dry out the skin very quickly, so you need to step up your moisturising routine – opt for a richer lotion or cream, or perhaps both. The richer formula will boost your skin’s protection and „nourish“ it with all the nutrients it needs. Apply morning and evening to clean skin, and don’t miss a single day!
Don’t neglect exfoliation! Make sure you use a suitable exfoliant at least once a week to remove dead skin cells, even out your complexion and, in some cases, prevent dead skin from building up. But be careful – don’t choose a formula that’s too abrasive, so as not to overdo it and irritate skin that’s already sensitive during the colder months.
Don’t forget to take special care of and pamper your skin and senses. Choose new scents for your cosmetics that suit the season and give you a sense of pleasure when you apply them. When choosing a lip balm, make sure its ingredients don’t dry out your skin (as is the case with most balms), but that it contains natural oils and moisturisers. You can make your own homemade cosmetics using natural oils and ingredients, and take the time to savour each ingredient. Choose one evening a week to devote to a facial massage and relax in front of the mirror.
If you’d like to take one more step towards truly looking after your skin, you should put your trust in professional skincare. Here at Body Aesthetics, we offer comprehensive skincare for the face, neck, décolletage, hands and lips – HydraFacial MD. It comprises three mandatory steps:
1. Exfoliation – to remove dead skin cells and apply our homemade skincare products to living skin, where they will have a real effect
2. Extraction – to remove blackheads and comedones and, using a swirling motion and Vortex technology, infuse the skin with antibacterial serums which, over time, tighten enlarged pores
3. Hydration – to provide the skin with all the nutrients it needs to stay healthy.
We can also add a gentle exfoliation treatment, as well as treatments to reduce dark spots and smooth out fine lines. Once every one or two months, this treatment gives your skin everything it needs, whilst the creams and serums for home care help to achieve even better and more rapidly visible results, as well as maintaining the results achieved by our therapists in the salon.
And one last piece of advice from us Body Aesthetics Here’s how to outsmart autumn – and every other season too – by hydrating your skin from the inside out! Start your day with a glass of lukewarm water with lemon or a cup of tea made with ingredients rich in antioxidants. Don’t add any sweeteners – they make your skin age. The more consistent you are with your skincare routine, the better the results you’ll see.
Welcome, autumn!
The material 5 ways to switch from summer to autumn skincare was first published on Body Aesthetics.
