The climate and change of season have many effects on our skin. In fact, along with stress and pollution, it is one of the factors that has the most influence on the health of our epidermis. It doesn't matter if you live in an area with a mild climate or one with more defined seasons, it is now in both hemispheres where our skin's needs also change. Discover how the change of season affects the skin…
Many times we look for some "guilty factor" when observing changes in our skin, such as lack of sleep, routines that can be aggressive or difficult to follow, or our lifestyle linked to the work we do. All of these are valid, however, if you have noticed your skin feeling tighter, irritated, or flaky for a prolonged period, it is very likely that the cause is something else – The change of season and how it affects the skin.
Why (and how) does your skin change from one season to another?
Seasonal changes cannot be stopped, but that doesn't mean your skin always has to suffer the consequences. Below, I reveal how the change of season affects the skin and share some tips to achieve healthy and happy skin, whatever the time of year.
If you live in the southern hemisphere:
That is, from heat to cold (and especially from autumn to winter) entails rapid climate fluctuations that affect our skin as it adapts to the new season. Drops in temperature and humidity cause a reduction in the amount of sebum and perspiration that the skin produces. As a consequence, the hydration level of the epidermis is also reduced, making the skin drier and more prone to external agents. With the passing of days, the skin's natural protective barrier becomes increasingly compromised, and annoying skin problems such as itching, irritations, and inflammation begin to appear.
If you live in the northern hemisphere:
This transition from winter to spring can be complicated for the skin, especially in the case of reactive and/or atopic skin. As the weather gets warmer and humidity increases, the skin has to adapt once again. From the dehydration caused by the cold, we move to a slight increase in temperatures that causes an increase in oil, which can lead to acne problems in the worst cases.
To all this, we must consider the appearance of allergies typical of this time of year with flowering. In fact, existing conditions usually worsen during this seasonal transition, including cases of eczema, rosacea, irritations, and atopic dermatitis.
How to strengthen your skin so that it is not affected by the change of season?
Delicate cleansing, what can be said about this first step that defines the rest of the routine. Introduction of a serum loaded with antioxidants. Include a nourishing and repairing oil in our night routine and forget about textures and focus more on ingredients, especially humectants, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin and sodium PCA.
