Is Your Skin Ready for Fall? 3 Ways to Prepare

The transition from summer to fall brings changes to the outdoor ambiance. Although Florida doesn’t have much of an autumn compared to other places across the country, the months of October and November see a drop in temperature and humidity that can affect your skin. 

Specializing in state-of-the-art skincare, dermatologist Vitaly Blatnoy, MD, and the team at Orlando Dermatology Center provide personalized skin rejuvenation services in Oviedo, Orlando, Lake Mary, and Casselberry, Florida. 

How the season change might affect your skin

In fall and winter, there’s less moisture in the air. This drop in humidity and the cooler temperature can cause your skin to become drier. The season changes can also affect your skin barrier function, making your skin more susceptible to irritation. 

Your skin’s appearance and texture can evolve as the weather cools down. Dry or irritated skin might look red or feel itchy, and skin barrier conditions like eczema might flare up. Fine lines and other signs of aging can appear more pronounced as your skin loses moisture. 

Beyond the new changes, you might see some skin changes caused by the summer sun that you’d like to treat — such as new dark spots from ultraviolet (UV) light damage. 

Three ways to prepare your skin for fall

As professional dermatologists, we can direct you to the best treatment for your skin based on your specific concerns. 

1. Optimize your skincare routine

Our experienced dermatologists at Orlando Dermatology Center can give you recommendations for medical-grade skincare products that can support your skin through the cooler months. 

You’ll want a strong moisturizer to use daily right after you cleanse your skin to keep it hydrated in the lower humidity. Our team can also direct you to nourishing serums for your skin type. 

In addition, protect your skin with sunscreen every day, even though summer is over. 

1. Get a chemical peel 

Chemical peels exfoliate your skin, removing dead and dry cells skin to reveal a healthier, more refreshed complexion. Here at Orlando Dermatology Center, we offer a range of customizable chemical peels to minimize skin issues that might appear in the summer or worsen in the fall, including:

• Skin texture irregularities
• Redness
• Discoloration and blotching
• Freckles and age spots

Talk to us about your main concerns. We can recommend chemical peels ranging from light to deep based on your skin type and desired result. 

1. Consider Botox® for fine lines

Crow’s feet, frown lines, and forehead lines can all appear deeper and more dramatic in cooler and drier fall weather. If you want to minimize fine facial lines, try Botox® injections. 

Botox treats fine lines by deactivating the muscles that tense up to cause them. When those facial muscles can’t flex, you see smoother and younger-looking skin. 

You can expect your Botox results to last 3-4 months on average, but you can come back for more injections for continued results.

Get in touch

The weather’s about to change, so it’s a great time to schedule your skincare consultation at Orlando Dermatology Center. Call your nearest office or book online today.