Halloween is all about spooky fun, creative costumes and, of course, lots of makeup and candy. But after the festivities end, your skin might need some extra care to recover from the effects of heavy makeup and sugary treats. Here are a few of our best skincare tips to help you revive and rejuvenate your complexion after Halloween.
1. Remove Halloween Makeup Before Bed
After a night of Halloween fun, it can be tempting to crash into bed without removing your makeup. However, leaving makeup or face paint on overnight can clog your pores, leading to breakouts, irritation and dull skin. To remove water-based face paints, you should be able to use your regular cleanser and lukewarm water. However, oil-based paints are best removed with an oil-based cleanser to ensure all traces of the paint are removed from your skin without causing irritation.
2. Revive Tired Skin with Added Moisture
Heavy makeup, sweets and staying up late can all cause your skin to become dry and dehydrated. To help revive dehydrated skin after Halloween festivities, add extra moisture to your regular skincare routine. This might mean using a heavier barrier repair cream in place of a lighter moisturizer, adding a hydrating serum or even opting for a skin treatment like SKINVIVE, the first FDA-approved microdroplet injectable that increases skin hydration from the inside out.
The added moisture will help to smooth your skin’s texture, decrease the appearance of lines and wrinkles and give your skin an overall boost of radiance.
3. Give Your Skin a Boost of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that can help to repair skin damage caused by oxidative stress, as well as boost collagen production and brighten dark spots. These properties make vitamin C a beneficial ingredient to add to your skincare regimen, especially when your skin is stressed. A high-quality vitamin C serum like Alastin’s C-RADICAL Defense Antioxidant Serum can help to brighten and revive dull skin while also providing protection from environmental stressors.
You can also give your skin a boost of antioxidant protection by incorporating antioxidant-rich foods like broccoli, spinach, bell peppers, berries and citrus fruits into your diet.
4. Take a Break from Sugar
If you’ve been indulging in Halloween candy, it could be beneficial for your skin to take a break from sweets. Some conditions, like acne and rosacea, can be worsened by sugary foods, and inflammation caused by diets high in sugar can even contribute to skin aging.
5. Treat Your Skin to Extra Exfoliation
After Halloween, your skin may be in need of some extra exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and reveal a fresher, smoother complexion. Exfoliation can help to unclog pores, even out skin tone and enhance the effectiveness of your skincare products.
For deeper exfoliation and long-lasting results, treat yourself to a professional chemical peel to achieve a deeper exfoliation and long-lasting results. These peels use a blend of acids to exfoliate your skin’s surface, improve texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. If you prefer an at-home option, use a gentle exfoliating scrub or a chemical exfoliant containing alpha or beta hydroxy acids.
Ready to revive your skin for a glowing complexion this season? Call our Ann Arbor office at 734-971-0262 or contact us online to schedule a consultation to discuss your personalized skincare treatment plan.
Author: Dr. Jessica West
Dr. Jessica West is the Medical Director for the Michigan Center for Cosmetic Services in Ann Arbor. Dr. West is double board certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and by the American Board of Otolaryngology & Facial Plastic Surgery. She is known for her superior aesthetic results, strong attention to detail, artistic eye, and honest expert opinion in regards to both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures.
