As the seasons change, so does your skin. From cooler, dry air to warmer, humid conditions, each transition presents new challenges for maintaining a healthy, balanced complexion. But while environmental factors play a major role, there’s another culprit often working behind the scenes: your hormones.
The Seasonal-Hormonal Skin Connection
Hormonal fluctuations happen naturally—whether it’s from your menstrual cycle, stress, perimenopause, or changes in lifestyle or diet. Pair those fluctuations with seasonal shifts, and it can be a recipe for irritation, breakouts, or dullness.
In spring and summer, increased heat and humidity can stimulate oil production, especially in those already prone to acne. Meanwhile, hormonal shifts can trigger breakouts around the jawline or chin (a common area for hormone-related acne). On the flip side, colder months often bring drier air, which combined with lower estrogen levels (especially in your 30s and beyond) can lead to dehydration, sensitivity, and a compromised skin barrier.
Signs Your Skin is Being Affected:
- Sudden breakouts or congestion
- Increased oiliness or dryness
- Flaky or irritated patches
- Dull, uneven texture
- Redness or sensitivity
Combatting the Chaos: Skincare Tips That Work
- Adjust Your Routine Seasonally
Just like your wardrobe, your skincare should change with the seasons. In warmer months, lighten up with gel-based cleansers and oil-free moisturizers. As the weather cools, switch to more nourishing creams and hydrating serums with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or ceramides.
- Target Hormonal Breakouts
Use gentle exfoliants like salicylic acid to clear clogged pores, and incorporate balancing ingredients like niacinamide. If breakouts are frequent, spot-treat with sulfur or benzoyl peroxide, and consider lifestyle adjustments such as lowering sugar and dairy intake.
- Keep the Barrier Strong
Whether it’s windy and dry or hot and sticky, your skin barrier needs protection. Antioxidants like vitamin C help shield from environmental stressors, while fatty acids and peptides help repair and strengthen.
- Don’t Skip SPF—Ever
UV damage worsens hormonal pigmentation and speeds up skin aging. Make SPF 30+ a daily habit, no matter the season.
- Facials & Professional Treatments
Seasonal facials can help reset your skin and address current concerns. Treatments like hydrating facials, chemical peels, or LED therapy can be customized to fit both the time of year and your skin’s hormonal behavior.
Seasonal Support: Customized Care
At NY Face Place, we believe your skincare should evolve with you—and the seasons. Here are a few of our go-to treatments to help reset your skin and bring it back to balance:
- Signature Facial (great for spring/summer transitions)
Perfect for clearing out congestion caused by excess oil and environmental buildup. We focus on thorough exfoliation, extractions, and pore-tightening to leave skin refreshed and refined.
- Hydrating Glow Facial (ideal for dry, hormonally stressed skin)
This treatment delivers intense moisture with hyaluronic acid, calming botanicals, and barrier-repair ingredients. It’s especially beneficial after winter or during hormonal dry spells.
- Enzyme or Chemical Peels
Customized to your skin’s needs, our peels help combat acne, pigmentation, and dullness. They’re especially effective for hormonal breakouts or melasma that tends to flare up seasonally.
- LED Light Therapy Add-On
Red and blue light therapy can be added to any facial to reduce inflammation, calm hormonal acne, and stimulate collagen production for brighter, healthier skin.
- Monthly Skin Consultations & Custom Plans
If your skin seems unpredictable, a monthly check-in with a licensed esthetician can help track changes and make timely adjustments to your homecare and treatments.
Listen to Your Skin—and Let Us Help
Whether your skin is breaking out, flaking out, or just feeling “off,” we’re here to guide you through the changes. Book your next facial or skin consultation at NY Face Place and let us tailor your care to match both the season and your skin’s rhythm.
