Goodbye searing sizzle of summer, hello browning leaves and cool breeze of fall! A new season is almost upon us and with the change of temperatures and weather, it only makes sense to begin the transition into your fall skincare routine. Take this as your guide to the important changes to make as you swap out your summer HGs for a more seasonally appropriate lineup; we’re not only highlighting the obvious, but also placing focus on the lesser acknowledged aspects of your routine that make all the difference. Read on to discover how to transition your skincare routine from summer to fall and maintain healthy, strong skin into the new season.

As the weather gets colder and drier, this has an impact on your skin’s hydration levels. It’s imperative to replenish moisture into the skin to combat dryness caused by environmental factors, so that you can maintain healthy hydration levels and ward off consequential skin concerns like flaking, inflammation, or redness.

The COSRX Full fit Propolis Light Ampoule is no ordinary skin booster. Aside from its overall hydrating and nourishing properties, it boosts skin radiance and volume (read: glow and plumpness) with the help of 83.3% Propolis, Hyaluronic Acid, and Panthenol. The lightweight texture sinks into the skin to provide intensive care, transforming dull and dehydrated skin into a complexion of honey-like vitality and glossiness.

If you’re unable to snag a good 8 hours, fake the rejuvenating effects of a good night’s sleep with the numbuzin No.6 Deep Sleep Mask Serum. It’s packed with 63% Icelandic Glacier Water and Hyaluronic Acid to deeply moisturize dehydrated skin and smooth out rough skin texture. Niacinamide and Adenosine give the skin a further boost by tackling lackluster skin and fine lines, supporting long-term skin health.

The skin can become more easily irritated as the seasons change, largely due to the amplified environmental effects imposed on the skin. This being so, you may want to reconsider the types of ingredients you’re putting on your skin during this time. A more sensitive complexion may not be able to bear certain skincare acids or active ingredients like Retinol, opening up the opportunity to integrate more gentle ingredients into your routine. Centella Asiatica, Oat and Panthenol are a few soothing ingredients you can look out for, as well as Bakuchiol as a sensitive skin-friendly substitute for more active forms of Vitamin A.

True to its name, 95% Centella Asiatica is at the core of the MARY&MAY Centella Asiatica Serum. The minimalist formula focuses on skin soothing, revitalization, and anti-inflammation, improving skin elasticity and providing relief for skin troubles. It absorbs effortlessly into the skin, cooperating with your other skincare products without leaving behind sticky residue - basically the ideal team player for ultra-calming fortification and protection against external irritants.

Retinol can get a bad rap for inducing irritation on sensitive complexions, and if you’re after the fine line-smoothing, complexion-plumping benefits of Vitamin A we suggest you turn towards Bakuchiol. The PURITO Bakuchiol Timeless Bloom Revitalizing Serum highlights the plant-derived sister of Retinol in a fast-absorbing formula that addresses signs of aging like wrinkles, texture, and loss of elasticity. Peptide and Betaine are added to the mix to further inhibit the formation of new fine lines and prevent moisture loss.

There are many approaches to achieving good skin, but arguably the most important factor to consider is the state of your skin barrier. This is the barrier that keeps moisture and nutrients in the skin, and irritants out. When compromised, the skin barrier is weakened and allows irritants into the skin, leading to breakouts, rashes, itchiness, and more. Because the skin is more susceptible to environmental stress and impact, maintaining a strong skin barrier will keep these skin concerns in check.

Rebuild a damaged barrier with the Torriden SOLID-IN Ceramide All-Day Essence. Ceramide is a component found naturally in the skin that glues the cells that form the skin barrier together. 5 types of Ceramides take the lead in this milky essence, supported by Panthenol for a kick of hydration and Tea Leaf extract for antioxidant protection. Slot a layer into your daily routine to soothe irritated skin and nurse your skin barrier back to health without overwhelming the complexion.

Vying for that luminous rice cake-like complexion? Reach for the TONYMOLY Wonder Ceramide Mochi Toner. The light, nourishing formula is made with a slew of enriching ingredients, namely Ceramide, Centella Asiatica extract, Allantoin and Sodium Hyaluronate. It addresses dry patches while balancing oil levels, leaving behind a soft and supple complexion. Coming in a whopping 500ml bottle, you get major bang for your buck as the versatile formula can be used as a toner, booster, sheet mask, and skin mist.

It’s time to put away your lightweight summer gel creams and lotions, and pull out the thicker textures. While the former may have been sufficient to maintain ideal hydration levels during the hotter season, it’s the latter that will refill needed moisture back into your skin and retain it throughout colder weather. If you’re someone with oilier skin, do note that thicker doesn’t necessarily mean pore-clogging; the right cream will deliver needed hydration without exacerbating oil production.

Don’t wait to get your hands on the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream - fans have been raving about it since its launch and we sense that you’ll feel the same. The highly-concentrated cream consists of a fermented version of its star Madagascar Centella, a specially formulated Probio-cica ingredient and TECA to enhance the skin barrier’s moisture absorption abilities and repair damage. It glides onto the skin like silk and dramatically enhances the appearance and health of the complexion.

Some call it a godsend, others youth in a jar: the Goodal Apricot Collagen Youth Firming Cream is just that good. You’ll find 70% Apricot extract and Catechin on its ingredients list, the former delivering Collagen to the skin and the latter preventing the breakdown of Collagen already in the skin. Aside from bringing back the bounciness to your skin, it irons out fine lines for a beaming, youthful appearance.

News flash: sunscreen is necessary year-round. Just because the sun isn’t as strong during fall time doesn’t mean you’ll be safe from UV rays and their effects. No matter the season or weather, applying a layer of SPF will ensure your skin is protected from sun damage and the skin concerns that arise as a result. When transitioning your routine from summer to fall, choose a sunscreen that matches your skin type and skin needs. There are so many formulations to choose from these days, each with its own key ingredients, textures, and finishes that align with your skin to make it healthy and strong - in other words, get your sunscreen to work for you.

Dryness is no joke as humidity levels drop; if you’re someone that suffers from parched skin in the fall, the SOME BY MI V10 Hyal Hydra Capsule Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ is for you. 10 types of vitamins, Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramide form a skin-loving concoction that is at once nourishing, brightening, and hydrating. The VITA-TECTION formula unique to the brand not only blocks UV rays, but also reverses the impact of photoaging. It boasts high adhesion to the skin minus the dreaded white cast or greasiness.

If you’re forgetting that sunscreen needs to be applied every day, the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Daily Sun Gel SPF30 PA+++ serves as the perfect reminder. This featherweight sun gel is beefed up with quenching Hyaluronic Acid (no joke, it contains 10 types), Beta-Glucan that supports collagen production, and Ectoine that shields the skin from environmental factors. It’s good for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and utilizes an Aqua Loading Gel Network to absorb rapidly into the skin, leaving it refreshed and hydrated.

Shop your fall routine today to get that skin glowing throughout the season! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram and Facebook, as well as keeping an eye on the VANA Blog, so you receive all the latest news, promos and information!