
how your skin can change with the seasons
Your skin is your body’s largest organ and is dynamic in nature as it responds to the many environmental, hormonal and internal factors it is faced with day-to-day. This includes seasonal changes, which can differ from your skin type. Throughout the year, seasonal changes affect your skin's moisture levels, texture, and overall health.
endota National Educator Cindy Green shares how the skin behaves across different seasons, including seasonal skin concerns and how to best manage these changes to keep your skin feeling calm, balanced and happy.
seasonal skin concerns
While there are a multitude of changes your skin can undergo seasonally, there are some key telltale signs your skin is undergoing change. These can include:
- dehydration
Usually occurs in winter, where your skin loses moisture due to dry air, heating, and cold temperatures. This can lead to flaky, tight skin. Switching to hydrating, creamy cleansers and using rich moisturisers can help combat this change. - oiliness and acne
In summer and spring, higher humidity and sweat can trigger oiliness and clogged pores. Use gel-based cleansers and oil-free moisturisers to minimise the effects. - sensitivity and redness
Changes in season, especially during spring with high pollen content in the air and autumn’s generally windier conditions, can exacerbate skin sensitivities. Try using calming products containing ingredients such as chamomile, aloe vera, oat, and opt for gentle, non-stripping cleansers.


summer seasonal changes in the skin
In summer skin becomes naturally oilier due to higher temperatures, increased sweat levels, and increased sebum production. The excessive oil can contribute to acne breakouts, irritation, and clogged pores, particularly when combined with sunscreen and sweat. With higher UV levels and increased sun exposure, sunburn is also more prevalent.
summer skincare solutions
autumn seasonal changes in the skin
As the temperature begins to cool down and humidity levels drop, skin can start to lose moisture retention, leading to dryness and increased skin sensitivity. This can lead to skin feeling tight and a duller skin tone.
autumn skincare solutions
winter seasonal changes in the skin
Winter brings cold temperatures, low humidity, and central heating, which dry out the skin, leading to feelings of dehydration and irritation. This can show in your skin with dryness, tightness, flakiness, increased redness (especially for genetically sensitive skin types), and potential eczema flare-ups.
winter skincare solutions
spring seasonal changes in the skin
During spring the more moderate temperatures and increasing humidity allows your skin to adjust to the warmer conditions. Your skin can become oilier as sweat production increases due to temperature levels. This can mean your skin has increased acne flare-ups, allergic reactions to pollen, and sensitivity to the changing weather.
spring skincare solutions
adapting to seasonal skin changes
The key to managing seasonal changes in skin lies in adjusting product consistency and ingredients to meet your skin’s evolving needs with each season and each skin concern. Regular changes to your skincare routine including adjusting cleansers, moisturisers, and serums are key to keeping your skin feeling balanced, as well as protecting your skin year-round with regular sunscreen application.