How to Transition Your Skincare for Melbourne’s Autumn
As the seasons shift in Melbourne, so do your skin’s needs. Autumn brings cooler temperatures and drier air, which can leave your skin feeling dehydrated, sensitive, and dull.
The humidity of summer starts to fade, meaning moisture loss becomes more common, and your skin barrier may feel more vulnerable. Now is the time to adjust your skincare routine and treatments to strengthen, hydrate, and prepare for the colder months ahead.
Common Autumn Skin Concerns
With less moisture in the air and the lingering effects of summer sun exposure, you may notice:
Increased dryness and dehydration
Sensitivity and irritation due to a compromised skin barrier
A dull, uneven complexion from post-summer buildup
Congestion and breakouts as the skin adjusts to seasonal changes
To maintain healthy, glowing skin throughout autumn, consider making these key adjustments.
1. Skincare Adjustments: More Hydration, More Barrier Support
As the air becomes drier, lightweight summer products may no longer provide enough moisture. Now is the time to incorporate richer, more nourishing textures and ingredients that restore hydration and strengthen your skin barrier.
Switch to richer moisturisers – Look for formulas with ceramides, peptides, and nourishing oils to reinforce the skin’s protective barrier.
Add a hyaluronic acid serum – Hyaluronic acid helps to draw moisture into the skin, keeping it plump and hydrated.
Strengthen with targeted serums – Products like Beta Gel and Osmosis Immerse Oil provide deep hydration and barrier support.
Hydrate from within – Taking 4-6 capsules of EFA Ultra daily helps your skin retain moisture and prevents seasonal dryness.
Use a hydrating sheet mask – A weekly mask helps to replenish lost moisture and keep your skin feeling soft and supple. We love the Medik8 Bio Cellulose Sheet Mask.
2. Skin Treatments: Repair, Renew & Prepare
Autumn is an ideal time to strengthen and refine your skin after the summer months while prepping for more intensive winter treatments.
Clear away summer buildup – Microdermabrasion removes dead skin cells and congestion, restoring radiance.
Boost oxygenation & repair – Enzyme therapy helps increase circulation, cell turnover, and skin function.
Try our Glow Up Facial – This express treatment is designed to reset your skin for the new season, combining a Quick Peel, Express Micro & LED for instant brightness and hydration.
3. Prepping for Winter Treatments
Winter is the best time for laser and light-based treatments, such as IPL and Venus Viva, which require minimal sun exposure. These treatments help address pigmentation, redness, and skin texture, but your skin needs to be in the right condition before starting. By strengthening your skin in autumn, you ensure better treatment results and a smoother recovery process.
Ready to give your skin the autumn refresh it deserves?
New to St. Skin? Kickstart your journey with a Skin Consultation or treat yourself to our Glow Up Facial—the perfect way to experience our expertise and rejuvenate your skin for the new season.
Existing clients? It’s time for your complimentary Skin Health Review to fine-tune your skincare routine and prepare your skin for upcoming winter treatments.
Your skin’s needs change with the seasons—let’s ensure your routine keeps up. Book your appointment today and embrace your best skin yet!