In the fall, lotion suddenly feels tingly,'' or makeup doesn’t stick to some areas because it’s dry.’’ These skin complaints are signs of ``autumn fluctuating skin,’’ which occurs when the damage accumulated from summer’s ultraviolet rays and air conditioning is compounded by autumn’s rapid drop in humidity and temperature differences. At this time when the barrier function of the stratum corneum has deteriorated, what is needed is not aggressive whitening or peeling, but “defensive” skin care that thoroughly restores moisture retention.
[Morning protection routine] Zero-friction lukewarm water face wash and human ceramide supplementation
Your skin may feel sticky in the morning due to sebum secretion overnight, but it is strictly prohibited to scrub your skin with strong detergent foam. Gently wash away sebum with lukewarm water (32-34℃, slightly lower than body temperature), or lather up a generous amount of amino acid-based mild facial cleanser and press wash with a ``foam cushion’’ that prevents your hands from touching your skin directly. Gently pat dry with a clean towel, then move on to moisturizing without leaving your skin. The savior of fluctuating skin is an introduction liquid or hypoallergenic lotion containing human-type ceramides (ceramide NP, AP, EOP, etc.). By supplementing the intercellular lipids that fill the space between corneocytes, it forms a protective film that protects the skin from dryness and dust in the outside air. To finish, gently hand-press the daytime emulsion and use a UV absorber-free (non-chemical) sunscreen to block the fall’s ultraviolet rays.
[Night repair routine] Hypoallergenic cleansing and sealing night emulsion
The purpose of cleaning your skin at night after returning home is to remove dirt from the day without irritating it and encourage turnover during sleep. When cleansing after returning home, avoid sheet types that tend to cause friction, and choose thick milk or balm types that have less frictional resistance. The golden rule is to apply it without rubbing and wash it off quickly. After applying the lotion in two or three times and applying the lotion by wrapping it in your palms, use a serum containing panthenol (vitamin B5) and centella asiatica extract (CICA ingredient) to soothe inflammation. Finally, cover with a cream containing highly purified petrolatum or squalane to shut out moisture evaporation.
Emergency rescue treatment at the peak of “stinging/redness” fluctuation
On days when the redness and itching are so strong that even your usual basic cosmetics can irritate your skin, switch to ``skin subtraction care’’ that minimizes the number of steps. After washing your face, simply spray purified water or apply a thin layer of mild heparin-like lotion, warm a small amount of petroleum jelly between the palms of your hands, and gently apply a stamp on top. By avoiding stimulation for about 3 to 4 days and resting the barrier layer, you can encourage natural recovery by its own strength.