What happens to your skin in the fall?
When the weather cools, humidity drops. That dry air pulls moisture from your skin, leaving it more prone to flaking, dullness, and visible fine lines. As the seasons change, your skin may struggle to maintain healthy hydration, especially with frequent hot showers, UV rays, and indoor heat. All of this can lead to a compromised skin barrier and a noticeable drop in your skin’s natural glow.
Common fall skin concerns include:
- Dry skin and tightness
- Increased sensitivity and redness
- Dull skin tone
- Uneven texture
- Appearance of fine lines
To keep your skin glowing through the changing seasons, use hydrating ingredients and seal in moisture with a good moisturizer. The A Method’s fall skincare essentials feature antioxidant-rich serums, medical-grade skincare, and ultra-hydrating products that support your skin as it adjusts to cooler temperatures.
How do I prepare my skin for fall?
As the cooler months roll in, your skin needs extra attention to stay balanced and healthy. These five easy fall skincare tips can help you transition your routine without missing a beat:
- Switch to a thicker moisturizer: Add hydration with rich, emollient moisturizers that help lock in moisture and protect against dry air, especially if you use hot water when showering or washing your face.
- Use barrier-replenishing ingredients: Products like The A Method's Ultra Hydration Serum contain squalane, ceramides, and jojoba oil to help keep your skin hydrated, support your natural barrier, and nourish your skin overnight.
- Use vitamin C daily: Fall is a great time to brighten up dark spots left behind by summer sun with C Antioxidant Gel 20%. Vitamin C also supports your skin's defenses against lingering UV rays.
- Exfoliate gently: Help slough off dead skin cells and encourage smoother skin using pads or gentle acids like lactic acid.
- Don’t skip sunscreen: UVB rays drop, but UVA rays—linked to premature aging—are still active year-round. A lightweight mineral sunscreen keeps your skin protected through fall and winter.
Bonus tip: Drink plenty of water to support hydration from within, and treat your fall skincare routine as a form of daily self-care.
What is the 7-skin method in skincare?
The "7-skin method" doesn't mean using seven different skincare products. Instead, it involves applying up to seven thin layers of toner or essence to deeply hydrate the skin. Popular in Korean skincare, this technique helps keep your skin hydrated, plump, and dewy—especially beneficial during colder months when moisture levels drop.
If your skin tends to feel dry or tight in the fall, layering hydrating products like Ultra Hydration Serum can help support your skin barrier and combat seasonal dryness, whether your skin is dry, sensitive, or combination.
What types of skincare products should I use during the fall?
Skincare isn’t just for your face; it’s a whole-body routine that helps maintain, protect, and improve the health of your skin from head to toe. Especially during fall, when cooler air and lower humidity can strip away your natural oils, it’s important to follow autumn skincare tips that help keep your skin balanced, nourished, and supported.
Your fall skincare lineup can include:
- Cleansers: Use gentle formulas that cleanse effectively without stripping your skin of natural oils.
- Serums: Incorporate ingredients like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E to brighten skin and boost hydration.
- Moisturizers: Choose thicker creams that help seal in hydration and reinforce the skin barrier against dry, cool air.
- Sunscreen: Apply daily broad-spectrum formulas to protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays year-round.
- Exfoliators and masks: Use exfoliators to remove dead skin cells and facial masks to draw out buildup, unclog pores, and improve overall skin texture.
- Treatments for problem areas: A targeted spot treatment can help minimize dull patches or breakouts, especially if you have combination skin that reacts to seasonal changes.
During the fall, your skin may need more support to stay hydrated and resilient. Focus on skincare products that replenish moisture, protect your barrier, and help restore balance after months of summer sun exposure.
Which season is best for skincare?
Each season brings its own skincare challenges, but fall is ideal for rebuilding and repairing. After months of UV exposure and oil production from summer, your skin may need extra moisture and care.
Fall is a great time to:
It’s also a season when routines tend to be more consistent, making it easier to stick with your skincare goals.
Should I still wear sunscreen in the fall?
Yes. UVA rays—the kind that cause aging and long-term skin damage—are just as strong in the fall as in summer. Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily helps prevent wrinkles, dark circles, and other visible signs of sun damage.
The A Method’s Protection Powder Sunscreen SPF 40 is lightweight, mess-free, and easy to reapply over makeup, perfect for fall weather and beyond.
Fall skincare products from The A Method
Whether you're replenishing lost moisture, brightening post-summer dullness, or reinforcing your skin barrier for colder months, The A Method offers a range of fall skincare essentials tailored to support your skin from head to toe.
Here's a look at the collection:
Reti-XO
A retinol-based treatment that supports skin renewal and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, uneven tone, and texture.
Shop Reti-XO here.
Bubble Foaming Oxygenating Cleanser
A foaming cleanser powered by carbon dioxide to lift impurities, exfoliate buildup, and refresh the skin without disrupting its natural barrier.
Shop Bubble Foaming Oxygenating Cleanser here.
Orange You Peppy
A peptide-rich moisturizer that energizes tired-looking skin while promoting firmness and a more youthful appearance.
Shop Orange You Peppy here.
Neck and Body Firming Cream
A nightly retinol-based cream that targets sagging, crepey skin on the neck, jawline, arms, and legs for a firmer, smoother appearance.
Shop Neck and Body Firming Cream here.
Ultra-Hydration Serum
A climate-adaptive serum with Panax red ginseng and pure squalane to hydrate skin, support elasticity, and lock in moisture. Also helps reduce dryness on nails, cuticles, and hair.
Shop Ultra-Hydration Serum here.
The Amazing Peel Kit
A complete at-home peel system designed to exfoliate dead skin cells and reveal smoother, brighter skin over time.
Shop The Amazing Peel Kit here.
Advanced TX Lightening Gel Elixir
A powerful gel treatment that targets stubborn dark spots and uneven tone with ingredients like tranexamic acid and niacinamide.
Shop Advanced TX Lightening Gel Elixir here.
Collagen Boost Peptide Eye Cream
A peptide-packed eye cream that targets fine lines, puffiness, and dark circles to refresh and firm the delicate under-eye area.
Shop Collagen Boost Peptide Eye Cream here.
Does this fall skincare routine work for all skin types?
Yes. Whether you have oily, dry, combination, or blemish-prone skin, The A Method’s fall collection is formulated to support your unique skin type.
These dermatologist-developed products help restore balance and protect your skin against seasonal triggers like cold weather, indoor heat, and dry air.
Still have questions about your autumn skincare routine? Reach out to our team, or explore our full line of clean skincare and medical-grade skincare to find products that work year-round.
