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As the season shifts, so should your skincare. Trust me, I can relate! With the cooler air, indoor heating, and less humidity mean my skin has been screaming for some extra care and support. According to beauty editors and dermatologists, the smartest move is to swap out lightweight summer skincare products for richer textures, add hydrating serums, and double down on the protective layers. So before winter really sets in, here are the best skincare swaps to make now for softer, hydrated, glowing skin all season long.
Switch your cleanser
Okay, real talk, my skin has been freaking out with this weather shift. Between the cold wind and blasting indoor heat, that “clean and fresh” gel cleanser I loved in July suddenly feels like it’s stealing every ounce of moisture from my face. That’s when I made the switch to a creamier, hydrating cleanser and wow, what a difference. If your skin feels tight after washing it, it’s time for a switch! Swap a gel or foam cleanser for a creamy, hydrating formula that won’t strip your natural oils. Getting something that allows gentle cleansing lets the next steps absorb better. This gentle, dermatologist-loved cleanser removes makeup and dirt without stripping your skin’s natural oils.
Try: La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser ($19.99)
Upgrade To A Thicker Moisturizer
When the temperatures drop, lightweight lotions just don’t cut it. I know that my skin just can not handle the lightweight stuff in this harsh weather. The First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream is one of my favorite creams locks in hydration and soothes dryness without feeling greasy. It is the perfect cold-weather staple.
Try: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream ($46.80)
Add A Hydrating Serum
If your skin has been feeling a little tight and lackluster lately (same), it’s probably just dehydrated. That’s where a good hyaluronic acid serum comes in. I’ve been using The Ordinary’s Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5, and honestly, it’s like giving my skin a tall glass of water! Definitely glad I have this in my routine. It plumps, smooths, and makes everything else I layer on top go on better. Plus, it’s super affordable, so you don’t have to feel guilty about using it every single day.
Try: The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 ($9.90)
Don’t Skip SPF
This one’s easy to forget when the sun isn’t blazing, but UV rays don’t take a winter vacation. Seriously, SPF still matters! Every. Single. Day. I love Supergoop’s Unseen Sunscreen because it feels like nothing on the skin (no white cast, no greasy finish) and layers perfectly under makeup.
Try: Supergoop’s Unseen Sunscreen ($38)
Incorporate A Nourishing Facial Oil
When my skin starts looking a little flat or patchy from cold weather, this is my secret weapon. I press a few drops of Eight Saints High Society Botanical Face Oil into my skin at night, and it’s like hitting the refresh button while I sleep. It’s lightweight, absorbs quickly, and leaves my skin soft, plump, and glowing without feeling greasy.
Try: Eight Saints High Society Botanical Face Oil($39)
Treat Yourself To A Moisturizing Overnight Mask
I like to think of this one as my lazy-girl skincare hack. On nights when I can’t be bothered with a full 10-step routine, I just slather on Laneige’s Water Sleeping Mask and let it do the heavy lifting while I sleep. It’s lightweight but ridiculously hydrating. Seriously, I always wake up with that soft, bouncy skin like I actually drank my 8 glasses of water (even if I didn’t). It’s the perfect skin reset for when the cold weather hits hard.
Try: Laneige’s Water Sleeping Mask ($33)
Winter weather doesn’t have to mean you suffering through dull, dry, or irritated skin. With a few simple swaps you can keep your skin soft, glowing, and happy all season long. Treat your skin with extra care and support by layering, protect, and indulge a little. Trust me, your future self (and your reflection in the mirror) will thank you!
