A simple autumn skincare routine for changing weather

When cooler air and indoor heating make your routine feel different, start with the basics you already use. A cleanser, moisturiser and daytime sun protection are easier to adjust than a shelf of new products.

Keep cleansing gentle

Use a cleanser that removes the products you wear without leaving your skin feeling uncomfortable. Follow its directions and avoid scrubbing because a new season alone does not mean you need stronger exfoliation. If a product stings or irritates, stop using it and seek suitable advice when needed.

Adjust the moisturiser only if needed

If your current moisturiser still feels comfortable, keep it. If your skin feels dry, you might prefer a different texture or a little more of a product you tolerate well. Patch test a new formula as directed and check the ingredients, especially if you have known sensitivities.

Keep daytime protection in the routine

Autumn clouds do not make sun protection irrelevant. Choose and use a suitable SPF according to its label and current health guidance. Reapplication needs depend on your day and the product; follow the directions rather than relying on a skincare trend. For UK sun safety advice, see the NHS sunscreen guidance.

A useful morning and evening order

In the morning: cleanse if needed, moisturise, then apply daytime sun protection. In the evening: remove makeup and sunscreen thoroughly, cleanse, and moisturise. Keep an established prescription or clinician-directed routine as advised rather than replacing it with a blog suggestion.

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