How to Deal With 6 of the Worst Fall Skin Care Problems

If you notice that your skin is oilier in the summer and drier in the fall, there's a reason for that. "When temperatures shift from hot to cold, there’s a decrease in humidity, dependent upon the climate you live in," says Joshua Ross, celebrity aesthetician at SkinLab in West Hollywood. This drop in humidity means one thing: drier skin. "With the decrease in humidity, you need to increase your moisturization to avoid skin becoming dry and irritated," says Ross. "Include a boost of hydration, whether it’s adding an oil or a serum to pair with your moisturizer or changing to a more emollient night cream." Ross says this is a good time of year to use products made for sensitive skin since they can be soothing. Dermalogica UltraCalming Barrier Repair, $46, and Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisturizer Sensitive Skin Ultra-Gentle Facial Moisturizer, $12.99, are good picks. If you experience irritation from strong ingredients like retinol, discontinue use for a few weeks, adds Ross.

For your body, Gohara recommends switching to a hydrating body wash, like Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash, $5.99. Then, follow up with a cream instead of a lotion, as this will provide more moisturization if you're experiencing dryness. Try Sol de Janeiro Acai Body Power Cream, $45, which is formulated with the antioxidant Amazonian acai oil.

And remember: When you're in the shower, turn the dial down and wash with lukewarm water. "While it might feel nice to take hot showers, this is doing your skin more harm than good because it’s dehydrating," says Monique Blake, director of body at Red Door Spas.