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What Changes Do You Make to Your Skincare Routine in the Fall?

September 4th, 2019 by Karen 28 Comments

fall skincare

Oh, my gosh! I make so many changes. Creamier cleansers, richer moisturizers (dry skin 4-eva) and ‘ze intensification of exfoliation.

Fall is still officially a few weeks away, but unofficially for me it’s starting right meow…

I’m guessing that your opinion of fall partly depends on where you fall (ha ha) on the Pumpkin Spice/Halloween spectrum, am I right? You’re either delighted by the idea of cooler weather, cozy sweaters and crunchy autumn leaves crackling beneath your ankle boots, or you’re supremely bummed about it.

I’m somewhere in the middle…

At heart, I will always be a summertime baby, but as I get older (and grow more intolerant of being hot and sweaty), I’ve learned to love fall. And now I’m into it, man!

Here are the fall changes I’m making to my skincare routine…

  • Falling temps turn the normally dry areas on my cheeks even drier, so creamy cleansers become a must. I plan to pick up a tube of Kate Sommerville Goat Milk Cleanser to help with that this week.
  • I also need to add a rich moisturizer up in the mix. Hello, First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream!
  • And because I won’t be getting as much sun soon (and won’t have to worry as much about sun sensitivity), I’ll be upping my exfoliation game. To that end, I just started using Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, and I’m also thinking about doing a professional chemical peel. (Side note: I’ve never had one before. Have you?!)

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

What Changes Do You Make to Your Skincare Routine in the Fall? / Originally published September 4th, 2019

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  1. Kim says

    September 4th, 2019 at 7:17 am

    Summer days are great but I’ve always preferred the fall weather. We get beautiful foliage here and the temps become comfy. And I do like pumpkin spice. HAHA! I don’t change much up in my skincare routine except keeping an eye on dry patches. Then I’ll use a heavier moisturizer at night and cut back on the retinol.

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    • Karen says

      September 4th, 2019 at 9:50 am

      I looooove me some pumpkin spice (as you know). On my agenda this fall is to learn how to make them at home… I love the flavor but not all the sugar, ya know?!

      Reply
      • Kim says

        September 4th, 2019 at 12:22 pm

        Yes, agreed! I’ll let you know if I find any good recipes. I just used the Splenda for Baking for the first time this weekend (it’s part Splenda and part sugar if the label can be trusted -HAHA!). It turned out well. Pear and apple crisp from our fruit trees. Artificial sweeteners aren’t great for us but it’s better than sugar for keeping the A1C down! 🙂
        PS Have you ever made the pumpkin cookies with yellow cake mix and canned pumpkin? Easy and yummy! You could probably do it with GF yellow or spice cake mix for El Hub, too.

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  2. Jade says

    September 4th, 2019 at 7:50 am

    I do love fall, but I think I love all the seasons, which is the great part about Maine. We get them all very extreme!

    Once it gets cooler I use a heavier moisturizer during the day and at night. During the day Kiehls original instead of Clinique dramatically different gel, and at night whatever I have around.

    I also kick up the physical exfoliation since my tan is fading anyway. I like Dr. Brandt micro exfoliating and leave it on my face for a few mins.

    I want to try Korres new face mask that’s coming out. Saw it on Katie Hughes insta yesterday and I am very intrigued. I need another mask like I need a hole in the face though.

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    • Karen says

      September 4th, 2019 at 9:49 am

      I love KHJ so much! Her style of makeup really speaks to my soul.

      If you like Clinique, you might want try their Dramatically Different Moisturizing Cream someday! It’s really good.

      Reply
      • Jade says

        September 4th, 2019 at 11:01 am

        I haven’t tried that, but it sounds awesome!!

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        • Karen says

          September 4th, 2019 at 11:12 am

          I bought it last year during one of the Sephora VIB sales and it’s lasted me for-ev-er, although I’m kind of annoyed that it’s hard to find the large 4.2-oz tub now… grrr! Next time you’re at the counter get a sample! It layers well underneath makeup and other skincare products.

          Reply
  3. Monika says

    September 4th, 2019 at 8:32 am

    I just started adding a face oil (Sunday Riley CEO Oil) that was too heavy for me to use starting in the spring/summer to mix in with my gel moisturizer and sunscreen. I most likely will end up switching to just the CEO oil once it gets really cold and dry where I live, but for now a few drops is good enough for this time of year. I’ll need to switch toners soon too since the REN glycolic toner I’m using is way too drying/irritating for me to use in the fall/winter, but my First Aid Beauty Radiance pads for sensitive skin don’t cut it in the spring/summer anymore. Needing to have subtle changes like this just started happening to me this year. I guess my skin is changing again!

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    • Karen says

      September 4th, 2019 at 9:47 am

      Hi Monika,

      My skin seems to go through a major change every few years now, so I feel you! Have you ever tried Sunday Riley Good Genes? I really liked it when I was using it.

      Reply
      • Monika says

        September 4th, 2019 at 4:03 pm

        I have tried good genes before, but I heard it can lighten the skin. I stopped using it after I heard that. Did that happen to you at all?

        Reply
  4. Rachel says

    September 4th, 2019 at 8:36 am

    I like fall except that it means winter is coming, which means snow here in North Dakota! I will switch to a thicker moisturizer for my face. Instead of the gel type I’ve been using I’ll probably go back to Origins Plantscription Powerful Lifting Cream. It worked well for me last year, and I can use it morning and night. If I’m really dry, I’ll put a face oil on a couple hours before bed so it soaks in and doesn’t get all over my pillow.

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    • Karen says

      September 4th, 2019 at 9:44 am

      Hi Rachel,

      I’m a California girl through and through, so if it dips below 40 I’m completely non-functional. LOL!

      What face oil do you like? I’m a fan of Fresh Seaberry Oil!

      Reply
      • Rachel says

        September 4th, 2019 at 10:12 am

        I am using up an old one from Salma Hayek’s Nuance line at CVS! Then I’ll scrounge through beauty boxes I’ve gotten and try to use up those before I buy anything else!

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        • Karen says

          September 4th, 2019 at 10:24 am

          Ahh, I still remember when her line launched at CVS! Never tried her oil but I remember liking her eyeshadows and lipsticks. 🙂

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      • Eileen says

        September 4th, 2019 at 10:36 am

        Hi Karen, Isn’t the Fresh Seaberry oil just the greatest? It isn’t just an occlusive, it is actually soothing, healing, and contains anti-oxidants. I use the Seaberry Booster version because it is more concentrated and is better suited to my bone dry skin. I use three drops mixed in with my Jack Black Protein Booster serum every single day on my face, neck, and chest. It keeps my rosacea prone skin calm, comfortable, and even toned. Because I use it as generously as I do, I buy a few bottles every time Sephora has a sale. It makes the $45 for .5 oz less painful.

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        • Karen says

          September 4th, 2019 at 10:50 am

          Eileen, it’s beyond epic. I hope they never, ever discontinue it. Lasts forever and never breaks me out, moisturizes like a BEAST and layers well underneath makeup!

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  5. Eileen says

    September 4th, 2019 at 10:18 am

    I love everything about autumn (except for pumpkin spice! lol) and find the cool, but comfortable, temperatures to be quite invigorating. There’s nothing like a crisp autumn day to make me want to be outside—leisurely walks in the hills with the dogs, working in the garden, meeting up with friends for apple picking, outings with my husband, taking my little nieces to the pumpkin patch, etc. Yes, I adore the fall. There’s a saying about autumn that goes something like this: Anyone who thinks fallen leaves are dead, has never seen them dance in the wind.

    As for skin care, I have bone dry skin at the best of times so I always have plenty of products in my arsenal that combat the dryness—hydrating essences, rich moisturizers, soothing beauty oils, and creamy sunscreens for body and face. I find the only change I really need to make is in the number of times I need to reapply. Of, yes, and Tatcha’s Dewy Mist! I’ve relied on it for years and years. I carry the small travel size in my purse when I’m on the go. It has humectants and 20% beauty oils which seal the moisture in so it is much, much better than misting with those products that are primarily water. I can spritz my face without it disturbing my makeup.

    And speaking of makeup, I love the rich shades that are a hallmark of the season and agree with John Donne when he wrote, “No spring nor summer beauty has such grace, as I have seen in one autumnal face.”

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    • Karen says

      September 5th, 2019 at 10:33 am

      Thank you for the Donne quote, Eileen. I took a few poetry classes in college and it reminded me of one of my faves, Song.

      Go and catch a falling star,
      Get with child a mandrake root,
      Tell me where all past years are,
      Or who cleft the devil’s foot,
      Teach me to hear mermaids singing,
      Or to keep off envy’s stinging,
      And find
      What wind
      Serves to advance an honest mind.

      Karen recently posted … Loose or Pressed Powder?

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  6. Lily says

    September 4th, 2019 at 11:26 am

    It’s still summer in Atlanta. I can’t wait for some cooler temps! I have changed my skincare though. I was experiencing more breakouts than usual, so I bit the bullet and ordered a special acne kit from Renee Rouleau. It has helped so much that I ordered another one to have as a backup. There is a 15% off sale on her site now. The 4 piece kit cleared up the breakouts quickly and didn’t dry out my skin.
    I love pumpkin spice too. Check out Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Spice hand wash. It’s fabulous and no calories!

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  7. Linda says

    September 4th, 2019 at 12:11 pm

    Karen, I have to say you’ve never steered me wrong! I started using Kate Somerville’s Retinol + Vitamin C serum and I am truly loving it. It’s a bit pricey but it looks like it will last a long time and that’s a plus. My skin has never looked better and I’ve only been using it about a week. Now I’m going to pick up her Goat Milk Cleanser next!

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    • Karen says

      September 5th, 2019 at 10:28 am

      I’m so glad you like it! It really does work, doesn’t it? I’ve found that I can get away with using soooooo very little. It’s pricey but you can really stretch it out.

      Reply
  8. Suzanne C says

    September 4th, 2019 at 12:57 pm

    That’s hard to think about when it’s 101 degrees (yes, really) and there are 5 tropical systems out there to keep an eye on. A bit putting-the-cart-before-the-horse, like asking our 3 year old to commit to her college major, lol.

    I do have to think about upping the moisture, though. It’s time to start taking allergy pills daily to get ahead of the Fall blooming and that dries me out big time. Since I can’t use anything heavier yet, I just have to moisturize more often with my lighter summertime favorite, Sephora All Day Hydrator. (As in, every 5 minutes!)

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  9. Efrain says

    September 4th, 2019 at 2:33 pm

    I don’t love Autumn (I don’t hate it though), but I think it’s because it’s also rain season in central Mexico. I always say best seasons to visit Mexico are Winter and Spring because it isn’t super cold and it’s dry season.

    What I change is moisturizer, I’m always using moisturizing cleansers with a flannel at night. Also I need to see how my skin reacts to the weather changes, but I don’t want to stop the Differin.

    I had a professional peels when I was a teenager, around 8 years ago, and I can only say you see the results but it can get painful.

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  10. Michele DiCola says

    September 4th, 2019 at 3:56 pm

    I use a lot of first aid products esp in the winter months . Also Clinique . I use a sunscreen moisturizer every day .
    Guess what I learned today ?
    My husband came into my Derm appt w me . She asked how he was .
    I mentioned he would be finer if he could be rid of his dry patches .
    She recommended he wash his face w his dandruff shampoo because he in fact had dandruff on his face !
    I never knew that .

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  11. Shakun says

    September 4th, 2019 at 4:07 pm

    I live for fall! Especially, having grown up in Toronto, I have special love for that time of year. And I am ALL about the fall/ halloween/ pumpkin everything! Plus Saavi was born in fall and I got married in fall too. <3 3

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  12. Anne says

    September 5th, 2019 at 3:47 am

    I start targeting my hyperpigmentation that inevitably creeps up over summer with extra brightening Vitamin C and stepping up exfoliation. Oh, and a facial to battle the post holiday congestion – that struggle is real.
    Anne recently posted … Ingredient Spotlight Vitamin C

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  13. Tina says

    September 5th, 2019 at 4:38 am

    I am all about the Pumpkin Spice Life! I love my fall clothes: Flannel shirts, jeans, booties. This is definitely my favorite time of year. I have just started back on my Retin-A after taking a break through the summer. I plan to go have my first microdermabrasion soon to have a clean slate to work with. Other than that, I just use a slightly richer moisturizer than during the rest of the year. All of my serums, etc. stay the same.

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  14. Chelsea says

    September 5th, 2019 at 4:41 pm

    I was just realizing that my cheeks are dry right now with my normal routine – Michigan goes from really humid to really dry. I’m probably going to go to a non-foaming cleanser, a more hydrating toner, and I need a new sunscreen – mine is really siliconey which can be really drying on me.

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