Revamp Your Routine: Must-Have Tips For An Autumn Glow-Up

With the crisp air of autumn comes a chance to reset our skincare and wellness routines. But what are the best steps to achieve a natural, luminous glow as the seasons change? We turned to Haute Beauty experts for their top advice on transitioning your regimen for fall. Whether it’s an at-home skincare tweak or an aesthetic treatment to rejuvenate your look, these expert tips will have you glowing all season long. So grab your favorite sweater and a warm drink, and let’s dive into their recommendations to revamp your beauty routine!

Dr. Kiran Gill, Naples Aesthetic Institute | Body | Naples, FL

To achieve that amazing autumn glow, one of the best tips is to incorporate a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid into your skincare routine. As temperatures drop and the air becomes cooler and drier, your skin can easily lose moisture, leading to dullness and dryness. Look for a serum that contains hyaluronic acid, which is a powerful humectant that can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. This means it attracts moisture from the environment and helps keep your skin hydrated. Some serums also include additional beneficial ingredients like vitamin C or peptides, which can further enhance your skin’s brightness and elasticity. To keep your skin looking fresh and vibrant, incorporate a gentle exfoliant into your routine 1-2 times a week. This helps remove dead skin cells that can accumulate, leading to a dull appearance. Opt for a chemical exfoliant with AHAs or BHAs rather than a physical scrub, as they can be less abrasive and more effective at revealing brighter skin.

For more information, visit the Naples Aesthetic Institute’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Dr. Sarah Khan, ARA Med Spa | Medical Spa | Los Angeles, CA

As skin transitions from summer to autumn, it can be accompanied by new dryness and irritation due to lower temperatures. Switching facial skincare products at this time can help ease the transition, result in more glowing skin, and smoothly transition to winter skin. For example, swapping to a gentle hydrating cleanser is best to clean the skin without irritation. Lightening the frequency of drying skincare ingredients such as salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and retinol may also be beneficial. Although exfoliation is still encouraged, it can be less intense than during summer. Using a stronger moisturizer and a moisturizer containing hyaluronic acid can be effective in hydrating the skin deeply. Applying SPF is still as essential as during the summer months.

Scalp care is equally essential during this season, as colder weather can bring dryness and itching to the scalp. Scalp dryness can be due to reduced oil production in the scalp, which can, in turn, lead to flaking and dandruff. Gentle, sulfate-free shampoos are the best choice for autumn as they do not strip essential oils from the scalp. Scalp masks can be a wonderful tool to add hydration back to the scalp. HydraFacial Keravive is a novel in-office scalp facial treatment performed to exfoliate and decongest the scalp from product build-up and also return moisture and hydration to the scalp.

For more information, visit ARA Med Spa’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

PA Reana Myers, Careaga Plastic Surgery | Body | Miami, FL

Fall is the perfect time to refresh your skin with treatments that deliver maximum results with minimal downtime. After summer’s sun exposure, I rely on chemical peels, lasers, and PRP with microneedling to restore radiance and rejuvenate the complexion. Chemical peels act like a reset button, repairing sun damage and brightening hyperpigmentation, while lasers minimize fine lines, fade pigmented lesions, and even out skin tone. One of my personal favorites is the PRP and microneedling combo—PRP supercharges collagen production, and microneedling smooths wrinkles for long-lasting, natural radiance. These treatments aren’t just perfect for achieving that autumn glow; they also require minimal sun exposure, making fall the ideal season to invest in your skin.

For more information, visit Careaga Plastic Surgery’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Dr. Anna Chacon | Skin | Miami, FL

As we transition into autumn, my top skincare tip for achieving that coveted glow is to prioritize hydration. The cooler, drier air can take a toll on our skin, so now is the perfect time to switch to a richer moisturizer. Look for products that contain hyaluronic acid, ceramides, or glycerin to help draw moisture into the skin and lock it in.

Additionally, consider adding a gentle exfoliation routine to your weekly regimen. This will help slough off dead skin cells, revealing a brighter complexion beneath. Remember, consistent hydration and gentle exfoliation are key to maintaining that radiant glow throughout the season!

For more information, visit Dr. Chacon’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Dr. Jose Rodríguez-Feliz | Eyelid Surgery & Face | Miami, FL

As we transition into fall, the weather becomes colder and drier, bringing about a shift in our skincare needs. While the sun’s intensity decreases, it remains crucial to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Now is the perfect time to focus on hydration, especially for those eager to resume their treatments after a summer break. Ensure you keep up with your monthly hydra facials and invest in a high-quality moisturizer for both day and night. Remember, the moisturizer provided by your sunscreen typically isn’t sufficient for this time of year, so give your skin the extra care it craves.

For more information, visit Dr. Rodríguez-Feliz’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Dr. Martha Viera | Skin | Coral Gables, FL

To achieve an autumn glow, one key skincare tip is to switch to a hydrating serum with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or ceramides. As the weather cools, the air becomes drier, which can strip your skin of moisture. Incorporating a serum that attracts and locks in hydration helps maintain a supple, dewy complexion.

Additionally, exfoliation is crucial. Gently exfoliate 1-2 times per week with a chemical exfoliant like glycolic or lactic acid. This removes dead skin cells and allows your skin to better absorb the hydrating products you apply afterward. Just be cautious not to over-exfoliate, as this can lead to irritation, especially as the seasons change.

Lastly, consider adding a facial oil or rich moisturizer at night. A layer of nourishing oil or a thicker cream will help seal in moisture while you sleep, leaving your skin glowing and soft by morning.

These small changes will give your skin a radiant, healthy look that is perfect for the crisp autumn days ahead.

I often recommend chemical peels for a bright, refreshed look during the autumn season. As sun exposure tends to decrease, it’s the perfect time to address summer damage and revitalize the skin.

A chemical peel involves applying an acid solution to exfoliate the top layers of skin, which helps reduce hyperpigmentation, sunspots, fine lines, and uneven texture.

For more information, visit Dr. Viera’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Dr. Sam Rizk | Face | Upper East Side

Technological advancements in surgery have come a long way in the past few years. Today, we’re at the point where something as transformative as rhinoplasty or even a vertical facelift can be considered a quick confidence booster with no more downtime than a chemical peel. I’ve personally developed a facelift technique that replaces messy drains with surgical glue, which really fast-tracks the healing process, and I’ve been having incredible results with Piezo Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty, which relies on sound vibrations—as opposed to rasps and knives—to sculpt and refine the nose. These new techniques minimize trauma to the surrounding tissues, resulting in diminished swelling and reduced bruising compared to traditional methods. For both procedures, most of my patients are back to work in a single week and camera-ready in just two, proving that the days of extended scarring and long recovery times are truly a thing of the past.

For more information, visit Dr. Rizk’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Victoria A. Cirillo-Hyland, MD, FAAD | Skin | Philadelphia, PA

Experience the Power of Carboxy Gel.  Carboxytherapy is the use of carbon dioxide (CO2) to regenerate and hydrate the skin.  By infusing CO2 into the skin, the body will respond by rushing oxygen-rich blood to the tissue to begin rejuvenation.  CO2Lift^® Pro Carboxy Gel is a super hydrating treatment that delivers CO2 through a patented gel mask.  This mixture is left on the skin for 45 minutes and is then peeled off to reveal radiant, younger-looking skin.  It can be done in the office or at home.  CO2Lift^® Pro Carboxy Gel can be used for the face, neck, hands, and body, with a different formulation to treat the vulva and vagina.  CO2LIFTV® is a painless, effective treatment that, with no downtime, addresses vaginal issues associated with aging, childbearing, and/or stress.

After just one use, CO2Lift^® Pro treatment:

1. Increases skin’s hydration by 117%
2. Lifts and tightens skin
3. Reduces wrinkles and lines
4. Smoothes skin texture
5. Brightens skin tone
6. Reduces redness and swelling

For the face and neck, we recommend three applications for the first week, a weekly application for 3 weeks, and then a monthly application for maintenance.  We also apply CO2Lift^® Pro Carboxy Gel after in-office treatments (e.g., microneedling, Intense Pulsed Light, lasers) to calm down inflammation and accelerate healing.  Consider it your “extended warranty” after a procedure!

For more information, visit Dr. Cirillo-Hyland’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Flawless by Melissa Fox | Day Spa | Coral Gables, FL

The end of summer is bittersweet for most. Sunburns fade, and relaxing beach vacations already seem like a distant memory. And while a great tan is the hallmark of a summer well-spent, your skin may be feeling neglected once fall rolls around. 

Just as you update your wardrobe as the seasons change, putting away the bikinis and breaking out the sweaters, your skincare routine should evolve with the changing weather as well. 

As the weather cools off, your skin will be craving extra hydration and moisture. Summer heat and sun can also make the skin feel like a desert lacking in both moisture and hydration. To replenish the skin, it’s essential to layer multiple products to ensure the skin is deeply hydrated from the inside out and protected to prevent further water loss.

The sensitive skin around the eyes also requires extra TLC as the seasons change. Dry, cooler weather and increased allergens floating through the air can leave the undereyes feeling dry, puffy, and irritated.

And lastly, Everyone loves a good face mask. They are a fun and relaxing way to enhance your skincare routine. But don’t underestimate the power that frequent facial masking can have on the overall health and look of your skin.

Melissa Fox recommends masking 2-3 times per week. Having a variety of face masks is essential to meet your skin’s needs.

For more information, visit Flawless by Melissa Fox’s website, Instagram, or Facebook!

Heather Merlo, Sei Tu Bella Aesthetics | Medical Spa | Tampa, FL

As we step into fall, it’s the perfect time to focus on rejuvenating our skin after summer’s intense sun exposure. With “laser season” upon us, autumn offers a chance to tackle sun damage, dark spots, and uneven texture with treatments that work deep within the skin, like laser resurfacing. My IPL of choice is the new LUMECCA PEAK. The clearance of unwanted pigment is truly second to none. This is also an ideal time to incorporate medical-grade skincare and gentle chemical peels to exfoliate dead cells, allowing fresher, healthier skin to emerge. At Sei Tu Bella Aesthetics, our go-to chemical peel is The ZO 3-Step Peel. It is a powerful anti-aging treatment that combines salicylic, lactic, and trichloroacetic acids with retinol to remove damaged skin layers, boost cell turnover, and stimulate collagen production. This peel hydrates and is suitable for all skin types and tones.

One tip for that autumn glow is to prioritize hydration from the inside out. As the weather cools, skin tends to lose moisture more easily, so combine high-quality moisturizers with treatments like hyaluronic acid to retain hydration and maintain plumpness. Additionally, adding a nourishing serum with antioxidants can help repair summer’s damage while providing a shield against environmental stressors. One of our favorite combination treatments is pairing The SaltFacial with Neocutis Bio serum and Bio gel. Water follows sodium, and with the use of positive pressure sea-salt exfoliation, you are sure to receive a hydrated glow followed by powerful growth factor serums.  By combining these advanced skincare treatments with a consistent home routine, you’ll keep your skin radiant and resilient all season long.

For more information, visit Sei Tu Bella Aesthetics’ website, Instagram, or Facebook!