It’s no secret that with the arrival of cooler weather, the skin’s needs begin to change. To make sure autumn doesn’t bring any unpleasant surprises — like dryness, tightness,
redness, flakiness, or a dull complexion — it’s worth focusing on three key steps this season: gentle exfoliation, deep hydration, and restoring the skin’s lipid barrier.

1.    Gentle Exfoliation

Over the summer, a significant number of dead skin cells accumulate on the skin—due to the intense sun and increased perspiration, the regeneration process slows down. That’s why, in autumn, it’s crucial to help the skin gently and safely “shed” this excess layer.
Choose gentle products containing urea and allantoin—they delicately soften the skin’s surface while providing hydration, without compromising its protective barrier.
British dermatologist Dr. Anjali Mahto notes that urea-based products support cell renewal and enhance the absorption of subsequent skincare. Allantoin, in turn, helps reduce sensitivity and redness—exactly what the skin needs during the autumn season.

2.    Deep Hydration

With the start of the heating season, the skin loses moisture more quickly. During this time, products containing hyaluronic acid and Centella Asiatica are ideal. Hyaluronic acid acts like a “water magnet,” effectively retaining moisture in different layers of the epidermis. Meanwhile, Centella Asiatica strengthens blood vessels and accelerates cell regeneration.

British skincare expert Caroline Hirons recommends applying a hyaluronic acid serum to slightly damp skin, followed by a moisturizer to “seal” the hydration in. According to her, Centella helps the skin recover more quickly after the summer heat and protects it from the temperature fluctuations of autumn.

3.    Restoring the Skin Barrier

Ceramides, squalane, jojoba oil, and grape seed oil are key ingredients for restoring the skin’s lipid layer. They help prevent transepidermal water loss and leave the skin soft and supple.

London-based skincare expert Dr. Sam Bunting says that a combination of ceramides and squalane helps the skin literally “patch up” micro‑cracks in its protective barrier and reduces sensitivity.

Additionally, it’s worth paying attention to products with natural oils. Jojoba oil, in particular, closely resembles our skin’s natural sebum and provides restorative and anti‑aging benefits.
 
Grape seed oil, meanwhile, is rich in antioxidants, which are essential for counteracting the effects of the autumn season—cold, wind, and dry air.

And finally, perhaps the key secret of autumn skincare: don’t expect instant results—enjoy the process.

Our skin thrives on consistency and routine: gentle cleansing, moderate exfoliation, intense hydration, and daily protection. Follow this, and even under a gloomy November sky, your complexion will look fresh and radiant, as if after a stroll through an autumn park.