Fall Skincare Must Haves: A Guide On The Best Products To Use

Bye-bye summer sun, hello fall radiance! As the seasons start to change, so may our skin, which means tweaking and adjusting our skincare routine to fit it’s needs.

Naturally, our skin will start to become more dry which can cause an array of problems. For some this means sluggish skin, clogged pores, rough texture or maybe even a combination of oily and dehydrated skin because your skin is producing more oil to keep it moisturized due to lack of moisture in the air. 

Here are some of my favorite fall skin tips to incorporate to keep my skin balanced and looking its best throughout the fall. 

Fall Skincare Products to Add Into Your Routine

Gentle Cleanser

A gentle cleanser using gentle or creamy cleanser will help keep your skin balanced and clean without stripping away moisture. My favorites are:

Hydrating, Nourishing Toner or Serum

Use a hydrating, nourishing toner or serum. Picking a high quality toner or serum is important because many out there can strip your skin, making your skin dry and impairing your skin barrier. Here are some of my favs:

• PCASkin Nutrient Toner is a pumpkin wine-based toner designed to refine the appearance of pores, gently exfoliate and provide added nutritional benefit to the skin. Vitamins, amino acids, enzymes and other advanced ingredients gently exfoliate to create a healthy glow.
• PCASkin Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum is a smoothing blend of ingredients that provides deep, long-lasting hydration on three levels: on the surface, deeper in the skin and by increasing the skin’s own hyaluronic acid production. Instant hydration and smoothing on the surface of the skin Deeper hydration and fine line reduction with the addition of hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid Proprietary blend HA-Pro ComplexTM encourages the skin to create its own hyaluronic acid, resulting in long-term anti-aging and hydration.

Exfoliate Gently and Less Often

Exfoliate Gently and Less Often: If your skin is feeling dry and dull, it makes sense that you would think increasing exfoliation is the best option. But that’s not always the answer. If your skin is burning when putting products on, I would stay away from exfoliating completely, as burning indicates more of a skin barrier issue. If you’re just experiencing dry patches or dullness without the burning, opt for these gentle exfoliators that have helped my skin “baby skin” soft!

• GlyMed Plus Ultra Hydrating Enzyme Masque exfoliates and detoxifies skin as it boosts cellular renewal. It’s packed with hydrating botanicals and antioxidants, this energizing masque instantly moisturizes dry and dehydrated skin.
• PCASkin Daily Exfoliant gently polishes away dead skin cells to reveal radiant, younger-looking skin with this daily-use, moisturizing exfoliant. Light, gentle exfoliant that is suitable for all skin types. Removes dirt, debris, and impurities from the skin. I love that this product contains 100% biodegradable and renewable exfoliants!

A Rich Moisturizer

Swap For a Rich Moisturizer. Dry skin requires both humectants and emollients that draw in moisture and lock in moisture. Honestly I can only recommend one product for this category. After trying this moisturizer, nothing compares! It is the best thing that’s happened to my skin. It’s like literal silk in a bottle and provides deep hydration, without the weight.

• SkinBetter Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment is high-performance, triple-action formula that helps to bring moisture and hydration balance back to skin. Amazing product and worth every fricken penny!

Use a Humidifier

Use a humidifier. You can minimize the potential for dry skin by using a humidifier to add moisturizer into the air during colder, drier months. I use a mini humidifier that sits on my nightstand to ensure the moisture is reaching my skin. On the rare occasion that I don’t use my humidifier, my skin instantly feels different. 

Stay Away From Steaming Hot Showers

Hot, steamy showers only strip the skin of its natural oils and moisture, drying out the skin and adding fuel to the fire. I know it’s tempting during the colder months, but really try to only use warm water.

Apply Your SPF!

UV radiation is around us all year long. As long as there’s daylight, you’re getting sun exposure. Wearing a broad spectrum with an SPF of 15 or higher is highly recommended. My favorites are:

• SkinBetter sunbetter Tone Smart Sunscreen Lotion. This is the highest level of sun protection in a tone-adapting, creamy lotion that provides a light coverage. It is a 100% mineral sunscreen, and protects against blue light, pollution and infrared radiation as well.
• PCASkin Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum is a tinted, water resistant sunscreen that provides sheer protection with an antioxidant boost.
• EltaMD Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46 Tinted is my favorite for inflamed acne prone skin. The niacinamide helps calm and protect sensitive skin types prone to discoloration and breakouts associated with acne and rosacea. It contains niacinamide (vitamin B3), hyaluronic acid and lactic acid, ingredients that promote the appearance of healthy-looking skin. Very lightweight and silky, it may be worn with makeup or alone. 

Elevate your fall skincare game and don’t be lookin’ crusty this year!

Finding good skincare products can be hard, don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help deciding which products to incorporate into your routine. I’m here to help!

These products can only be purchased through licensed professionals. Links provided allow me to earn a commission and support me as a professional. These are all products I have used and highly recommend, as they changed my skin after years of using products from Sephora, Ulta and drugstore that were just meh. Cheers to glowing skin!

Xoxo, 

Ashleigh