How To Take Care Of Your Skin In Each Season?

Your dermis is not the same year-round and is affected by periods of cold and heat. Learn how to take care of your skin in every season!

The dermis is the largest organ in the human body, and taking care of it is essential to keep it beautiful and healthy. But do you know how to take care of your skin in each season?

Attention differs in heat and cold because the dermis has specific needs that change with the weather. Do you want to know more about it, discover the functions of the skin and learn to identify what it needs in each season? Come with us!

What are the functions of the skin?

The dermis works for us as a protective barrier against external agents such as sun, wind and pollution. In addition, it regulates body temperature and controls sensations of touch and pain.

To have beautiful and healthy skin, you need to revisit daily care every season of the year. It may seem a little strange to read this, but it has everything to do with it, see? 

The seasons directly affect the health of our skin. “The variation in air temperature and humidity are the most important characteristics, as they can cause problems related to oiliness and hydration.”

So, no repeating summer skincare in winter, and vice versa! You need to “hear” her skin to decipher what she is asking for.

Your dermis will likely need more oil control in the summer than in the winter. And a hydration boost in winter, as wind and cold dry the skin too much. So: new climate, new routine!

How to take care of the skin in summer and spring?

As there are two hot seasons and the most frequent sun exposure, sun protection – which must be taken care of all year round – should be maximized from September to March.  

Among skin care in spring and summer, experts recommend that people use sunscreen daily and, if possible, a product that contains color; prefer light makeup and products with a less oily texture. 

Excessive oiliness is one of the biggest concerns in summer skin care, as high temperatures and high humidity favor the exaggerated production of oil by the sebaceous glands. 

As a result of this imbalance, blackheads, pimples, excessive shine in the T-zone (chin, nose and forehead), enlarged pores and skin blemishes can appear. 

Oil control can be done with specific soaps and drier sunscreens. A great product is the astringent toner, which can be used at night to help reduce excessive shine on the skin.

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Removing makeup completely before going to bed should be a rule in skincare, as you can have blackheads and pimples, precisely because the skin tends to get more oily. 

Another tip, which also applies to other areas of the body, is not to exfoliate right after being exposed to the sun. And for two reasons: exfoliating will remove the tan you struggled to get (laughs), and it will make the dermis more sensitive, opening the door to irritation and inflammation. 

They tend to get worse in summer and spring because we are more exposed to the sun. Here comes the importance of using sunscreen with a high protection factor. And it is not enough to use it in the morning when we are doing our morning skincare: it is necessary to reapply it throughout the day. 

A valuable tip for these cases, especially if you wear makeup or simply want something practical, is to prefer powder sunscreens, which still help to control the oiliness of the skin.

How to take care of the skin in autumn and winter?

In these seasons, low humidity and less perspiration expose the skin of the body and face to dryness. “These factors combined can dry out the skin a lot and that’s why we must focus on hydration”, guides the doctor. Dry and mature dermis are the ones that suffer the most at this time.

Invest in good moisturizers and oils to return moisture to the skin. Pay attention to the formulas and prefer products with shea butter, urea, hyaluronic acid and panthenol. 

In skincare, use micellar water, as its light and smooth texture tones and provides a soft and dry feeling, without weighing your face down. Pay attention to lips that tend to dry and even crack on cold days. Cocoa butter is a great asset to regenerating the skin.

It is worth including in your skincare in autumn and winter some more potent dermatological treatments, such as peeling, micro-needling, laser and the use of acids at home, at night. As sun exposure decreases in these months, the results will be great. 

If you’re on the team that loves a warm bath in winter, know that your skin doesn’t! Hot water is extremely harmful to the dermis and accelerates dryness. Excessive use of soaps also makes the skin drier. Look for a product that is more hydrating.

And exfoliation? The idea is to reduce the frequency of exfoliating products and vegetable loofahs, as they can remove the skin’s natural oil and expose it to dryness.  

And it’s not just because it’s autumn or winter that we should abandon sunscreen. It is indispensable at any time of the year, but it is worth mentioning the type of product suitable for each skin. 

For those who have stains, such as melasma, it is recommended to use color filters, which, in addition to protecting against sunlight, protect from visible light, such as cell phones, computers, TVs and house lights.

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Healthy skin is beautiful, well-groomed skin. Use the right products for your skin type. We hope this guide is helpful, if YES then hit theshare button.