Since the end of September, the weather in Hong Kong has gradually cooled down and the humidity has dropped. Many people are starting to feel their skin become dry, tight, and even peeling or red. If you don't adjust your skincare routine during the seasonal change, you're working against your own skin.
Tip 1: Switch to a gentle cleanser
With the drier weather, stop using cleansers with excessive cleaning power; feeling tight after washing means you are over-cleansing. Switch to a gentle amino acid cleanser that cleans effectively while retaining moisture, so your face won't feel painfully dry.
Progean's Pick: O2 Facial Milk Cleanser ($288) — Features a dense, milky texture that leaves skin feeling supple, safe even for sensitive skin.
Tip 2: Don't skimp on essence or toner
The first thing to increase during the seasonal transition is your hydrating base. An essence or toner provides immediate hydration and helps subsequent serums absorb better. Those with dry skin can even pat on a few extra layers.
Tip 3: Use a cream that locks in moisture
While gel textures feel great in summer, you need to switch back to a cream that effectively seals in moisture during the seasonal change. Hydration and moisture retention are two different things: if you hydrate without locking it in, the moisture will simply evaporate. A rich-textured cream is essential for long-lasting moisture retention.
Progean's Pick: Diamond Energy Essence Cream ($488) — Provides long-lasting hydration and moisture retention, smooths fine lines, and perfectly completes your skincare routine.
Tip 4: Deep cleanse once a week
Dead skin cells tend to accumulate during seasonal changes, preventing skincare products from being absorbed. Using a gentle deep-cleansing mask 1–2 times a week will draw out excess oil and impurities, leaving your skin instantly refined and improving the absorption of your subsequent skincare.
Progean's Pick: Glacial Oceanic Clay Cleansing Mask ($438) — Deeply purifies and provides antioxidant benefits with glacial marine clay without stripping away moisture.
Tip 5: Sleep is the best skincare product
Your skin’s repair ability slows down during seasonal changes, making it even more important to get to bed early. Sleeping before 11 PM allows your skin enough time to self-repair, so your face will naturally feel less dry the next morning.
You don't need to replace your entire skincare set for the new season; the keys are: switch to a gentle cleanser, add a hydrating base, and use a moisture-locking cream. Follow these 5 tips to keep your skin hydrated and flake-free all through the autumn and winter.