The Skincare by Climate: Why Your Routine Should Change With the Weather
Your skincare routine may be perfectly suited to your skin type—but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will work equally well all year round. The moisturizer that keeps your skin comfortable in January may feel heavy and greasy in July. A lightweight summer cleanser may leave your skin feeling tight when winter arrives. Even if your skin type stays the same, your environment changes constantly, and those changes can influence hydration, oil production, irritation, sensitivity, and the overall condition of your skin. Temperature, humidity, wind, sunlight, pollution, indoor heating, and air conditioning can all affect how your skin behaves. In cold, dry conditions, for example, the skin can lose moisture more easily. In hot and humid weather, sweat and excess oil can contribute to clogged pores and breakouts. That is why the smartest skincare routine isn't necessarily one that stays exactly the same throughout the year. Instead, it is a routine that adapts. Think of your skinca...