Why Your Skin Needs Extra Moisture in the Fall

As fall sweeps in with its cool breeze and beautiful foliage, it also brings with it changes that can affect your skin. While the cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice lattes may bring you comfort, your skin may be feeling less than cozy. Fall weather conditions can leave your skin feeling dry, tight, and in desperate need of moisture.

Here’s why your skin needs extra hydration in the fall and how to give it the care it craves.

Why Does Your Skin Get Drier in the Fall?

  1. Cooler Temperatures
    As temperatures drop, so does the humidity. Low humidity means there’s less moisture in the air to keep your skin hydrated. The result? Your skin becomes dry, flaky, and more prone to irritation.

  2. Indoor Heating
    While central heating keeps you warm and toasty indoors, it also dries out the air. This can lead to your skin losing its natural oils, causing it to feel tight and dry, especially on areas like your face, hands, and legs.

  3. Windy Days
    The crisp autumn wind may feel refreshing, but it’s not doing your skin any favors. Wind strips moisture from the skin’s surface, leading to chapping and increased sensitivity.

How to Keep Your Skin Hydrated and Glowing This Fall

  1. Switch to a Richer Moisturizer
    In the fall, your skin needs extra hydration. Opt for richer creams or body butters that provide a protective barrier against the elements. Our Coco Skin Therapy Body Butter is infused with deeply moisturizing ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil to lock in moisture and keep your skin soft all day.

  2. Hydrate from the Inside Out
    Drinking plenty of water is key to keeping your skin hydrated, even when it’s cold outside. Remember to drink water throughout the day and incorporate hydrating foods like fruits and veggies into your diet.

  3. Exfoliate Gently
    Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cells, allowing your moisturizer to penetrate deeper. Use a gentle exfoliating scrub once or twice a week to keep your skin smooth and ready to soak up all that moisture.

  4. Don't Forget Your Lips and Hands
    These are the first areas to show signs of dryness. Apply a nourishing lip balm and hand cream regularly to keep them soft and smooth.

  5. Nighttime Moisture Boost
    Your skin repairs itself overnight, making bedtime the perfect time for a hydration boost. Apply a generous layer of our body butter or oil before bed to wake up with soft, supple skin.

Fall In Love with Hydration

As the seasons change, so should your skincare routine. Fall is the perfect time to give your skin the extra moisture it needs to stay healthy and glowing. With the right products and habits, you can keep your skin hydrated and radiant all season long.

Explore our fall skincare collection at Coco Skin Therapy, and let’s make dry skin a thing of the past!

Stay Hydrated, Stay Glowing!
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