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Do you struggle with dry skin and chapped lips as the season changes? You’re not alone. Making subtle swaps in your skincare routine can help support your skin during cold weather. Check out these must-try products and skincare tips to enhance your routine this fall.

While most products on this list are suitable for all skin types, everyone’s skin is different, so do your research and choose what works best for you!

Swap for a Hydrating Cleanser

When choosing a cleanser, avoid harsh chemicals and fragrances which can dry out your skin. A hydrating cleanser with powerful ingredients provides an extra boost of moisture while cleansing. 

  • The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser: Squalane offers a gentle yet effective boost of hydration. This cleanser not only breaks down makeup but also keeps your skin moisturized.
  • Paula’s Choice Pore Normalizing Cleanser: This gel-based, foaming cleanser is ideal for those who struggle with acne prone skin. It removes excess oil and unclogs pores, leaving your skin feeling fresh and clean. 

Add a Serum to Your Routine

Introducing a serum into your routine can be a game-changer for extra hydration and protecting your skin barrier against cold weather. 

  • The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Serum: Great for all skin types, this serum uses hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture by reducing water loss and supporting your skin barrier. 
  • Good Molecules B5 Hydrating Body Serum: Formulated with panthenol (B5), beta-glucan and polyglutamic acid this body serum provides hydration to any areas of your skin in need of most.

Invest in a Good Moisturizer

A quality moisturizer is essential for keeping skin soft and preventing dryness. 

  • e.l.f skin Holy Hydration! Face Cream: Lightweight, budget-friendly and fragrance free, this cream is gentle on sensitive skin and packed with ingredients your skin will love.
  • First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream: A holy grail for dry skin. Known for its soothing, rich formula, this cream is recognized by the National Eczema Association and the National Psoriasis Foundation. 

Keep Lip Balm Handy

Combat chapped lips with a nourishing lip balm to lock in moisture throughout the day. 

  • Aquaphor Lip Repair Balm: A household staple, this balm contains glycerin and shea butter for added moisture and Beeswax for protection. It’s also free of any dyes or fragrances, making it perfect for sensitive lips. 
  • La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Lip Balm: A lightweight, non-greasy balm packed with antioxidants and vitamin B5. It’s a must-have, everyday essential.

Add Extra Self-Care with a Face Mask  

If you’re hesitant to make many changes for your fall skincare routine, try incorporating a face mask once a week. In addition to boosting your self-care routine, face masks can work wonders for your skin by soothing dryness with just one extra step. 

  • COSRX Snail Mucin Sheet Mask: Enriched with snail mucin, this sheet mask hydrates and smooths your skin instantly. It also helps repair damaged skin and improves overall texture. 
  • Youth to the People Superberry Glow Dream Mask: Formulated with squalane, vitamin C and a super-berry blend, this creamy overnight mask hydrates and brightens. Unlike sheet masks, it offers multiple uses per jar, making it a reliable choice for hydration all season long.

Adding just one or two of these simple steps to your fall skincare routine can help you feel confident and ready to face each day as your best self. 

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