
If there was ever a time to update your skincare routine, it’s now.
Because of the changing seasons, your skin is going to have different needs. Instead of the oil-balancing toners and lightweight moisturizers you used all summer, you’ll need ultra-hydrating serums and lip treatments once fall comes around.
Rather than wait until the dry autumn air wreaks havoc on your skin, why not get ahead and stock up on all of the skincare your skin is going to need during the cold weather months now?
Don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered with tons of recommendations, including picks from celeb-backed brands and editor-approved favorites.
For example, the non-greasy moisturizer from Molly Sims‘ brand YSE Beauty is a must if you’re looking for weightless hydration (trust me, I’ve tried it).
Or if you feel like you need to deep clean your pores after a sweaty summer, our shopping experts recommend the clay mask from The Outset, which is a Scarlett Johansson-backed brand.
No matter what your skin needs, these 15+ skincare products are exactly what you need to take your routine from summer to fall.
The Outset Purifying Blue Clay Mask
Add this clarifying face mask to your weekly skincare routine. It contains blue clay, which absorbs excess oil and mattifies as well as niacinamide and salicylic acid to even out texture. Because it’s made with a plant-based hyaluronic acid, it unclogs pores without drying out your skin.
KimChi Chic Beauty Rice Rice Baby Foaming Makeup Removing Face Wash
For squeaky-clean skin, use this foaming face wash. Made with hydrating rice extract, collagen, and witch hazel, this cleanser effortlessly washes away makeup and dirt, leaving pores clear.
Moira Cosmetics Hyaluronic 10% Complex Serum
Give your skin an extra boost of hydration with this hyaluronic acid serum. Not only will it result in plumper skin, it will also help strengthen your skin barrier.
Dolce Glow Goccia di Sole Hydrating Self-Tanning Serum Drops
This serum is the key to keeping up your summer tan. Simply add these bronzing drops to your favorite moisturizer and voila! The best part? It’s buildable, so you have full control over how tan you want to be.
The Outset Nourishing Squalane Daily Moisturizer
This lightweight moisturizer from Scarlett Johansson’s brand, The Outset, is packed with soothing botanical extract, including squalane. In fact, the actress used it on the set of Jurassic World Rebirth.
The dermatologist-loved ingredient may reduce the look of redness and improve skin’s texture and tone by fortifying the skin barrier.
Bubble Skincare Deep Dive
Reset your skin for the season with this resurfacing product. It utlizes AHAs to buff away dead skin cells, minimize texture, and reveal smoother brighter skin.
Saint + Solita The Clean Self Tanner
When I pumped this self-tanner on to my tanning mitt, I knew almost immediately that I was going to like it. The product has an olive undertone to it, and I’ve found that that color gives the most natural glow.
The brand suggests applying two coats, so I did and was not disappointed with the results. I was several shades darker and yet, I looked naturally sunkissed!
SolaWave Solabiome Nourishing Moisturizer
This lightweight moisturizer does so much more than simply hydrate. It’s packed with collagen peptides and hyaluronic acid to help restore the skin’s microbiome.
YSE Beauty Xtremely Rich Moisturizer
If you’re looking for a moisturizer that’s deeply nourishing but doesn’t feel thick or greasy, this is your gal. This lightweight pick is formulated with microbiome balancing licorice root and brightening squalane.
Bubble Skincare Break Even
After cleansing your skin, apply this toner, which reduces redness, regulates oil levels, and promotes soft, smooth skin.
SolaWave Solabiome Plumping Peptide Serum
An E! News reader favorite, this serum is exactly what you need if you’re looking to pump and hydrate your skin. Gentle enough for daily use, this lightweight serum is made with hyaluronic acid and peptides to improve your complexion.
Bubble Skincare Slam Dunk
Ideal for dry skin, this moisturizer will target any flaking, peeling, or itchiness you may be experiencing. The ultra-hydrating cream, which includes ingredients such as shea butter and primrose oil, has a thick, rich texture that feels so calming on irritated skin.
The Outset Restorative Niacinamide Night Cream
Packed with nourishing ingredients including shea butter, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, squalane, ceramides, and vitamin E this moisturizer results brighter skin that’s ultra hydrated.
Moira Cosmetics Cica Skincure Cream
Made with popular K-Beauty ingredient cica, this affordable cream calms redness and soothes irritation. It also contains centella asiatica which can strengthen the skin barrier, helping inflamed skin retain crucial moisture.
KORA Organics Noni Glow Face Oil
Nourish and brighten dull, dry skin with this luxurious facial oil. Packed with fatty acids, noni extract, rosehip oil and jojoba oil, this product locks in moisture while brightening skin and smoothing texture.
Buttah Skin Sterling Silver Everlasting Retinol Oil
If you’re looking to smooth fine lines and fight signs of aging, look no further than this staff-loved retinol oil. The formula includes pumpkin seed oil, which helps prevent irritation by keeping skin hydrated.
The Outset Firming Vegan Collagen Prep Serum
Firm and plump skin with this collagen-infused serum. Made with ingredients including hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, and peptides, it will help hydrate and rebalance your skin.
SolaWave Solabiome Hydrating Gel Cleanser
This foaming cleanser, which effortlessly washes away makeup and excess oil, is no match for your SPF. It’s formulated with SolaWave’s proprietary blend of pre- and probiotic to nourish the skin’s microbiome and restore much-needed hydration.
Dr. Botanicals MD Formula Hydrating Serum
Colder weather means dryer skin, which is you absolutely need a moisturizing serum like this one. It contains brightening vitamin C will provided deep hydration.
ESW Beauty White Pitaya Coconut Lip Treatment
Soothe chapped lips and give them a boost of hydration with this dragon fruit and coconut scented treatment. It contains shea butter and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture and prevent flakiness. Plus, it adds a glossy finish to your lips.
I tested and ranked tons of self-tanners— these are the ones that are actually worth your money.