How to Transition Your Skincare from Summer to Fall (the Right Way)

Summer is coming to an end, and that means it's time to reassess and adjust your skincare routine accordingly. The change in weather can affect your skin in various ways, and our goal at Mint & Needle is to help you maintain a healthy, glowing complexion all year long – and that means adjusting to the elements. 

Here are some essential tips and our favorite products to ensure your skin stays hydrated, bright, and rejuvenated during these cooler months. 

Switch to a Gentle Cleanser 

During the summer, oil-controlling cleansers are often necessary to combat sweat and excess sebum. However, as the weather cools, these cleansers can be too drying. Transition to a gentle cleanser that effectively removes impurities without stripping your skin of its natural oils. 

Exfoliation is Key 

Exfoliation remains an important step in your skincare routine, regardless of the season. It helps remove dead skin cells, promoting a smoother, brighter complexion. Opt for a gentle exfoliant and use it 1-2 times a week to avoid over-exfoliating. 

Hydrate with a Heavier Moisturizer

Cooler weather can lead to dry, flaky skin. Combat this by incorporating a richer, more hydrating moisturizer into your routine. Look for products that provide deep hydration and help lock in moisture to keep your skin soft and supple.

Hydration Station

We can’t express enough how important it is to keep your skin hydrated, but we’ll keep reminding you. For an extra layer of hydration in the fall, consider using a hydrating serum. These lightweight, yet powerful, products penetrate deeper into the skin, providing long-lasting moisture and helping to maintain your skin's barrier function.

Incorporate Vitamin C and Retinoids 

Fall is a great time to incorporate products with Vitamin C and retinoids into your routine. Vitamin C helps brighten your complexion and fade those pesky sunspots from the summer, while retinoids promote cell turnover, keeping your skin looking fresh and rejuvenated.

To ensure you're doing the most for your skin this fall, we’ve created a sample morning and evening skincare routine featuring our favorite Mint & Needle products. This regimen focuses on hydration, but to enhance its anti-aging benefits, we recommend incorporating retinols, youth serum, vitamin C serum, and peptides for an added boost.

Crush Your Mornings: 

1. Gentle Cleanser: Start your day with a mild cleanser to refresh your skin. Our Gentle Cleanser is the perfect cleanser for fall; it’s a foaming non-drying formula that is ideal for non-irritating cleansing.
2. Hydrating Serum: Apply a hydrating serum to keep your skin moisturized throughout the day, like our H.A. Hydrating Serum which uses four different forms of Hyaluronic Acid work together to provide superior hydrating abilities, improve texture, and reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
3. Vitamin C: Next up, Vitamin C! For this one, we recommend our Vitamin CE with Ferulic Acid Serum, anti-aging serum delivers unparalleled results to combat and reverse signs of aging through an increase in collagen production, provides antioxidant protection and treats hyperpigmentation.
4. Moisturizer: Follow up with a heavier moisturizer to lock in hydration. Our Intense Hydrating Cream is a no-brainer for this time of year. It is packed with four different ceramides to restore skin barrier function which helps the skin maintain its natural structure, which decreases water loss and increases natural moisturizing factors.
5. Sunscreen: Even in fall, sunscreen is a non-negotiable to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. During the time of year where we are getting a little less sun than usual, but still need that protection, we love our Hydrating UV Defense for a 3-in-one, as it hydrates, is SPF 44, and gives a tinted glow. 

Finish Your Evenings Right:

1. Gentle Cleanser: End your day as you started it and remember the first step of the evening is always cleansing, and our Gentle Cleanser is safe enough to use twice a day to gently remove all impurities from the day without drying your skin or causing any irritation. 
2. Exfoliate (1-2 times a week): Use a gentle exfoliant to slough off dead skin cells, this is where we suggest our Mini Peel Pads or our Exfoliating Scrub for a quick and effortless way to address clogged pores and prevent future breakouts.
3. Hydrating Serum: Reapply a hydrating serum to replenish moisture overnight. Our H.A. Hydrating Serum is always a good choice to reapply in the evenings.
4. Moisturizer or Night Cream: Use a rich night cream to nourish your skin while you sleep. Again, you can’t go wrong with our Intense Hydrating Cream, adding protection and hydration to your skin while you sleep. 
5. Face Oil (if needed): Add a face oil for an extra boost of hydration, especially if your skin feels particularly dry.

By making these adjustments to your skincare routine, you can ensure your skin stays healthy and radiant as you transition from summer to fall. At Mint & Needle, we offer a range of products and treatments tailored to meet your unique skincare needs.