Repair your skin and hair after summer – the must-haves for autumn

After a summer full of sun, sea and swimming pool, your skin is often tight and dry and your hair dull and frizzy. Recognisable? Then now is the time to change your routine and give your skin and hair the care they deserve. In this blog, we share the best tips and products to get your beauty routine ready for autumn.

Why recovery is important after summer

Summer is wonderful, but sunlight, salt water and chlorine can damage your skin barrier and damage your hair structure. Think split ends, colour fading, moisture loss and a dull look. By switching to reparative products in time, you'll prevent further damage and give your skin and hair a boost heading into autumn.

Our autumn favourites

• {product link|35976|Wella Professionals Ultimate Repair Mask}

  - intensive hair repair in an instant.

• {product link|24431|Medik8 Hydr8 B5}

  - hyaluronic acid serum with vitamin B5 that intensively hydrates and smooths the skin.

• {product link|12914|Kérastase Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum} - nourishing night serum for dry and damaged hair.
• {product link|26035|Medik8 Press & Clear} - gentle yet effective exfoliant toner with 2% salicylic acid (BHA), specially developed for sensitive, blemished skin.

• {product link|27507|La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+}

  - Soothing, restorative balm for sensitive or irritated skin. Ideal after sunbathing or simply as an intensive autumn moisturiser.

Autumn must haves for your hair

Restorative hair masks

Opt for a nourishing hair mask with keratin, argan oil or shea butter. These ingredients repair hair structure, make your hair smoother and provide long-lasting hydration.

Leave-in treatments & hair oils

Condition your hair daily with a lightweight hair oil or leave-in cream. Babassu and macadamia are especially popular in autumn for their nourishing properties without weighing it down.

Scalp care for healthy hair growth

A healthy scalp is the basis for strong hair. Use a scalp scrub or serum with rosemary, tea tree oil or niacinamide to remove build-up and stimulate circulation.

Essential skincare for autumn

Moisturising serums

Go for serums with hyaluronic acid to replenish moisture and keep your skin supple. Combine with vitamin C for extra radiance and free radical protection.

Exfoliate, but gently

Remove dead skin cells with a gentle scrub or peeling based on glycolic or salicylic acid. This will make way for cell renewal without drying out your skin.

Barrier repair

A damaged skin barrier leads to redness, flaking and sensitivity. Use a rich cream with niacinamide or centella asiatica to rebalance your skin.

Here's how to put together your autumn routine

• Moisturise - for both skin and hair, this is priority number one.
• Restore - choose products that help restore natural balance.
• Nourish - use masks and oils weekly for extra care.
• Cleanse - keep exfoliating, but with gentle formulas.
• Protect - don't forget SPF, even in autumn!

Skincare routine for autumn

Autumn is the time to take a moment to reflect on yourself and your skincare. By smartly adapting your routine, you can repair the damage caused by summer and strengthen your skin and hair for the colder months. Want to be prepared for autumn? Discover all our favourite hair and skincare products at Salontopper and start your autumn routine today!