That’s it, this time, even if we tried to make it last longer (thanks to the weather that helped us out), summer is really over…

You're probably thinking that during these wonderful holidays, you had time to take care of your body, that your skin has never been so beautiful and rested, and that, moreover, you're still proudly sporting a nice tan, so everything's fine!

On the surface, yes, of course, but beware… These few weeks of sun, beach, sea, and pool, and late nights after a few drinks haven't just been good for your skin.
UV rays, sand, salt, and chlorine, as well as the change of rhythm, have weakened it.

Your skin has therefore dried out despite the liters of cream you applied all summer! To top it all off, your tan is starting to fade, your skin is dull, and, oh horror, it might even be peeling!
This is completely normal because to protect itself from UV rays, the epidermis thickens and prevents the skin's water reserves from reaching the surface to hydrate it sufficiently.
Don't panic! Now, it's an SOS plan to rebuild your skin capital and face the change of season as best as possible!

In this article, we give you our tips for preparing your skin for the change of season. Be careful! Preparing your skin also means preparing your body, so it is essential to adapt your entire daily lifestyle to face this challenge!

Tip n°1: Adapt your beauty routine

As you want to extend the serenity of the holidays, we will proceed gently by pampering our skin.

Only one solution: hydration!
Morning and evening… First gently, in the shower. Prioritize cold water and 5 minutes are enough; staying forever in the shower has never hydrated the skin.
Use a soap-free cleansing gel enriched with moisturizing agents like shea butter or vegetable oils.

After showering, generously nourish your skin: milk, cream, balm, or oils that act more deeply. Start with the ankles, moving up the leg, not forgetting the buttocks, stomach, and arms!

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In the city, during these last days of summer, opt for strong SPF sun and pollution protection that will maintain your tan and can also serve as a makeup base. And, if you look like a crocodile, don't hesitate to apply an after-sun product that provides comfort and nutrients.

We also realize that our skin is dull. To quickly restore our complexion's radiance, we adopt a shock treatment!

• A nourishing treatment morning and evening, even on oily skin.
• Twice a week, an essential routine: a moisturizing and regenerating mask will restore the optimal hydration level essential for healthy skin.

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The list of minor damage is unfortunately not over!
By thickening during the summer, the skin has trapped some bacteria, and your skin problems (blackheads, pimples) are likely to reappear!
The solution? Exfoliate with a gentle scrub twice a week and use a targeted anti-blemish treatment. Finally, apply your moisturizer to the rest of your face.
And why not treat yourself? This is the time to enjoy a relaxing and pampering moment with friends with the hammam and scrub duo: detoxification and elimination guaranteed!

Tip n°2: Adopt a healthy diet

We also pay attention to our diet: we choose "healthy" foods.
Indeed, it is essential to take care of ourselves from the outside AND the inside because good health also means beautiful skin.

As autumn approaches, days shorten and temperatures start to drop. Our internal clock, set to daylight hours and the day/night rhythm, gets disrupted by this sudden change, making our body more vulnerable to fatigue and minor viruses.
To mitigate this inevitable phenomenon, we advise you to adopt an appropriate eating routine. For this, opt for:

~ Seasonal fruits & vegetables: The sun aggresses the skin, which produces more free radicals. To eliminate them, adopt a diet rich in antioxidants and enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables: mirabelle plums, blueberries, peaches, eggplants, carrots, cucumbers, broccoli, etc.
These foods will provide you with plenty of vitamins A and E, which are essential for this transition period.

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~ Plenty of water (in all its forms): Whether it's for beautiful skin or iron health, remember to drink at least 2 liters of water a day to purify and hydrate yourself from within. This doesn't necessarily have to be in the form of raw water: vary the pleasures with coffee or green tea, for example.
Herbal teas are also an excellent remedy.

~ A glass of lemon juice in the morning: Rich in vitamin C, calcium, and magnesium (among others), lemon will be your ally for immunity.

~ Vitamin supplements or royal jelly (fresh or in capsules): see the article on royal jelly.

Tip n°3: Prioritize an adapted lifestyle

As you will have understood, your internal clock needs to stabilize so that you can regain mental and physical energy.
And for that, you need to:
1) Rest: Try to adopt a regular sleep pattern during the first few weeks, so that your body understands the change.

2) Exercise: Of course, it's cold in the morning, and it gets dark early in the evening, but push yourself on this point. Sport = immune system boost.
Your body and skin need fresh air, to breathe, and to eliminate toxins.

Now you're ready for autumn (and even winter) and its harsh climatic changes for health and skin! This is a pivotal period where we must find a balance between the freedom of summer and the protection of winter.

Regarding the beauty routine, after the shock treatment, we resume the classic routine: we continue to hydrate, cleanse our skin morning and evening, exfoliate 1 to 2 times a week, increase the number of masks, and on the diet side, we still consume a lot of fruit.
And when the formidable winter arrives, as your skin secretes less oil, use a richer moisturizer than usual with added vitamins and resume your night cream that you put away this summer.
Take care of your hands exposed to the cold and also protect your lips, which are very fragile: always have your lip balm handy and apply it without moderation!

So there you have it, to prepare your skin for seasonal changes, you just need to adapt your lifestyle at all levels!