Fall Skin Care

Summer has fallen by the wayside - but your skin care routine shouldn't. With Fall officially in full swing and humidity levels dropping, we need to take special care of our skin's changing needs during this time.

Exfoliate!
First of all, Fall is a great time to exfoliate and renew your skin from the damage it endured over the Summer. If you haven't already incorporated an exfoliant into your skin care regimen, now's the perfect time to do so. Using a gentle scrub once or twice a week will help keep your skin clear. Consider jump-starting the exfoliation process by scheduling a microdermabrasion, chemical peel, or professional enzyme treatment with your esthetician.

Hydrate!
If your skin begins to feel dry, itchy and/or flaky the first thing you need to do is increase your water intake. You might consider switching to a more gentle cleanser during the fall and winter months as well.

Vitamins & Peptides!
Adding a Vitamin C serum and Peptides, if they're not already included in your daily regimen, will also help your skin regenerate and hydrate itself. Consider adding a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid for that extra boost of moisture retention.

Healthy Nutrition!
Eating fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables will help your body function at its optimal level. Be sure to include apples, pears, oranges, pumkin, yams, squash, and avocado. Adding oils such as Omega's 3, 6, and 9, and cooking with extra virgin olive oil will also be beneficial to your skin.

Protect!
Don't forget your SPF! The damaging UVA/UVB rays from the sun wreak havoc on our skin all year round - even when it's cold and/or cloudy out. Protecting your skin from those damaging rays is vitally important to maintain healthy, beautiful skin. SPF ... don't leave home without it!

Remember - the skin is our body's largest organ. So take care of it this Fall from the inside out.


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