we're entering autumn again!

Grooming gurus and beauty brands spend a lot of time on the transition from summer to winter. For men, it basically comes down to the following: thicker creams, stronger serums and lots of acids. Autumn is in between and is therefore a bit more difficult. This is the time to focus on restoring balance and repairing the skin from any damage caused in the summer. In addition, you need to prepare your skin for winter, which is really only possible by following these five autumn care tips;

Change your serum
After months of outdoor fun, autumn skin can feel flaky, dry and in need of nourishment. To combat this, opt for a serum that focuses on rebuilding your skin’s ‘barrier function’, allowing it to retain water better and be less susceptible to winter damage.

Detox your pores
One of the biggest downsides of summer is that the heat and humidity can send your skin’s oil production into overdrive, which can lead to breakouts. Now’s the time to explore the power of clay to clear away excess sebum, as it can absorb 1,000 times its own weight in impurities. So try a clay mask, which uses mineral-rich volcanic ash to suck out blackheads, reduce redness, and shrink pores.

Use an emulsion
If you’ve been using a moisturizer for the past few months (and we hope you have), chances are you’ve been using something water-based. Now that the long nights are upon us, it’s time to switch to an emulsion. Like moisturizers, emulsions focus on nourishing, soothing, and hydrating the skin. However, unlike moisturizers, they can penetrate to the deeper levels of the skin due to their typically smaller molecular structure. SA.AL&CO’s Light Moisturizer fits the bill and doubles as an after-shave balm.

Bring your scalp into focus
Heat, chlorine, sun, and saltwater can all wreak havoc on your hair. To prevent long-term damage, use fall to take a break from heavy styling tools like pomade and instead lather your scalp with a detoxifying shampoo. Barber Cosmetics Detox Shampoo ’s formula nourishes the scalp while simultaneously treating inflammation, irritation, and dandruff. Apply to your hair and beard once or twice a week and leave on for a few minutes to let the active ingredients get to work.

Boost your toner
The acid mantle (a fine film on the surface of your epidermis) is your body’s first line of defense against bacteria, viruses, and other harmful foreign bodies. Sun, sea, sand—basically anything chemically or physically abrasive—can disrupt that mantle and expose your skin to infection. Luckily, it’s possible to fix it with a toner, like the one from the fancy Australian brand Grown Alchemist. A light splash over some cotton pads or directly onto your face will do the trick. Science, huh?

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