Autumn Routines for Healthy, Glowing Skin

As the seasons change and cooler, drier weather arrives, your skin often needs a little extra attention. After a summer of sunshine, heat, swimming and outdoor activities, fall is the perfect time to reset your skincare routine and focus on hydration, nourishment and protecting your skin barrier. At Bauman Laser & Electrolysis, we believe that beautiful skin starts with a good daily routine — and that routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are a few simple ways to transition your skin into fall.

1. Start with a gentle, effective cleanse

A good cleanser is the foundation of your routine. In the fall, you want to remove makeup, sunscreen, oil and impurities without leaving your skin feeling tight or stripped. One of our favourites is Vivier Hexam Cleanser. This is a gentle gel cleanser that removes dirt, excess oil and makeup. It is formulated with Hexamidine, an antimicrobial and antibacterial agent that purifies pores without drying the skin. It is good for all skin types including sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin. Use it morning and evening, especially at night to remove the day’s makeup, sunscreen and environmental buildup.

2. Don’t forget Vitamin C Serum‍ ‍

All Vivier Vitamin C Serums are forumlated with L-Ascorbic Acid USP which is the most potent and pure form of Vitamin C. It provides maximum collagen boosting benefits and unparalleled protection against free radical damage and oxidative stress. And as an added benefit it will brighten your skin and give you that youthful glow!

3. Give your skin barrier some extra love

If you notice increased dryness, sensitivity or redness as the weather changes, it may be time to simplify your routine and concentrate on supporting your skin barrier. One product we love for this is Vivier Redness Solution Complex. It is designed to soothe redness and irritation while helping strengthen the skin barrier. It can be particularly helpful for skin that becomes more reactive during seasonal changes. For additional overnight nourishment, DERMA-V™ is another great option. It is designed to support the skin’s microbiome and barrier while providing hydration and helping the skin’s natural overnight repair process.

4. Keep exfoliation balanced

Fall can be a wonderful time to focus on renewing dull-looking skin after summer, but not all exfoliants are created equal! We recommend Vivier Vitamin C Scrub. It gently exfoliates skin impurities. Formulated with Vitamin C to calm and brighten the skin, as well as Hyaluronic acid for moisture. It is gentle enough to be used daily. If you’re considering a peel or other professional skin treatment, fall is also a great time to talk with us about what would be appropriate for your skin.

5. Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize!!‍ ‍

Fall introduces different temperatures, couple that with turning the funace on and we end up with very dry skin. We have an assortment of moisturizers but our favourite is Vivier’s Daily Age-Defying Moisturizer. It is lightweight and delivers antioxidant protection against environmental damage and improves the appearance of fine lines, tone, and texture.

6. Keep wearing your SPF‍ ‍

Just because summer is over doesn’t mean sunscreen should disappear from your routine. UV exposure occurs throughout the year, even on cooler or cloudy days. If you’re investing in professional treatments and quality skincare, daily sun protection is one of the most important ways to protect those results. We recommend finishing your morning routine with an appropriate broad-spectrum SPF.

7. Consider a professional skin treatment‍ ‍

Sometimes your skin needs more than what you can accomplish at home. Fall is an excellent time to schedule a professional facial, Laser Genesis treatment or photo facial. These treatments can be incorporated into a well-planned skincare routine to help address concerns such as uneven-looking skin tone, dullness, redness and signs of sun exposure. The best part? We can look at your skin and help you decide what makes sense for you rather than simply adding more products to your bathroom counter.

A simple fall routine‍ ‍

If you’re looking for somewhere to start, keep it simple:

Morning:

• Cleanse

• Apply your recommended treatment serum

• Moisturize

• SPF

Evening:

• Cleanse

• Apply your recommended treatment products

• Moisturize

And remember — your routine should be customized to your skin. What works beautifully for one person may not be the right choice for someone else.