I am a strong advocate for seasonal skin care changes. Your skin, which is your most exposed organ, comes into contact with your surroundings. Of course you will see changes in the behavior of your skin because of this! So in winter, I will personally choose heavier creams and oils, while in summer, a mild hyaluronic acid serum and lotion become my saving grace.
But the changes in our skin go far beyond exposure to the environment and sensory preferences. I recently spoke with skin care professional and naturalist Trevor Cates, N.D. , on my Clean Beauty School podcast , and she shared that our hormones actually change throughout the year - this can also lead to changes in the skin.
Hormones change with the seasons and how that affects your skin.
According to research, the seasons affect your hormone balance. "It's interesting to look at research into what we know about hormones and how they change throughout the year. They actually change with the seasons because your body is trying to adapt to changes in sun, temperature, food and habits, she says. When you think about it, it's really no surprise (although I'm quite surprised) by how many hormones can be affected by simple everyday things.
One study she referenced was about the shift from winter to spring: The "winter-spring" peak, as they call it, is the time when humans and most other animals experience an increase in hormone activity, leading to "physiological peaks in basic human functions." For example, during this time, people often see an increase in estrogen. Estrogen is a sex hormone known for many things, including a number of skin benefits including increased collagen production, hydration and elasticity.
She also mentioned the impact of seasonal changes on circadian rhythms. Seasonal changes in sun exposure can affect the way we sleep, affecting the hormones released during sleep. Why is this important to your skin? The skin can switch to repair mode when you rest, largely thanks to melatonin.
What to do about this? Of course, seasonal changes are part of life. But being aware of the effects they can have on your body and skin can help you make better choices. For example, if your skin looks a little sallow in the winter, when you're experiencing more cortisol and less estrogen, you can invest in collagen-assisted topical medications like vitamin C serums. And during the spring and summer months, when your skin feels its best, you can give up heavier products and let your natural skin shine.
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