From mud masks to foot peel masks, here’s how to refresh your skin (and your feet) for cozy season.

Time for a Seasonal Reset

Fall is a season of transitions—cozy sweaters, crisp mornings, and routines that feel fresh after the long, sun-soaked days of summer. But while our wardrobes adapt seamlessly to the season, our skin often tells another story. Months of sun, SPF buildup, sweat, and late-night summer adventures can leave skin dull, congested, and crying out for a reset.

Enter the fall detox ritual: the perfect opportunity to revive your skin with treatments that exfoliate, hydrate, and restore balance. And the best part? You don’t need a fancy spa trip—just a few carefully chosen treatments, like a mud mask, exfoliating face mask, or a foot peel mask, can completely transform your skin from head to toe.

5 Pro-Tips for Glowing Skin in the Fall

1. Exfoliate Away Summer’s Leftovers

All that sun, SPF, and sweat from summer can linger as dullness and congestion. Adding an exfoliating face mask like Patchology’s  Exfoliate Mate helps dissolve dead skin cells, smooth texture, and reveal a brighter base—perfect for transitioning into cooler months.

2. Embrace the Power of Mud

Fall is the season to detox, and a mud mask is your skin’s best friend for a deep clean. Patchology’s  SmartMud Detox Sheet Mask draws out impurities without the mess of traditional clay, leaving your complexion fresh, clear, and camera-ready for holiday gatherings.

3. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

Cooler temps mean drier air—and skin that’s thirstier than ever. Layer hydrating treatments into your routine, like a hydrogel sheet mask or a cooling face mask from hydrogel bundle Mask-nificent, to keep skin plump and radiant all season long.

4. Don’t Forget Your Feet

The transition from summer sandals into boot season can be brutal on your feet. Reset with Patchology’s POSHPEEL™ Pedi Cure for a full exfoliation that leaves soles baby-soft—or, when you’re short on time, slip on a Rosé Toes Renewing Foot Mask for instant hydration. Smooth feet = head-to-toe glow.

5. Make Eye Care Non-Negotiable

Shorter days and busier schedules often show up under your eyes. Brightening gels like All Eyes On You refresh, depuff, and hydrate in minutes, making them the perfect seasonal swap for tired eyes. Think of them as your pumpkin-spice-latte-for-the-skin.

Mud Masks that Mean Business (Goodbye Summer Buildup)

There’s a reason mud masks have been skincare staples for centuries. Known for their ability to draw out impurities, absorb oil, and deeply cleanse, they’re especially powerful in fall when skin needs a detox from the lingering effects of summer.

The SmartMud Detox Sheet Mask takes the concept of a mud mask and makes it modern. Forget messy clay jars—this hydrogel-infused mask harnesses mineral-rich volcanic ash in a clean, no-drip sheet format that leaves your skin refreshed in just 10 minutes. It’s skincare innovation that makes the benefits of mud masks more accessible (and less messy) than ever.

And if you’ve been searching for an exfoliating face mask or a mess-free easy face mask to brighten skin pre-party, SmartMud delivers that clearing, refreshing feel while still doing the heavy lifting of detoxification. As Byrdie notes, a good mud mask is the ultimate reset button—and this one checks every box.

Exfoliating Face Masks for the Glow You’ve Been Missing

While mud masks work deep, exfoliating face masks resurface from the top down. If your complexion looks dull or uneven, exfoliation is your golden ticket. By sloughing away dead skin cells, exfoliating masks reveal brighter, smoother skin and prep it for all the hydrating serums and moisturizers that follow.

Patchology’s Exfoliate Mate is a perfect fall pick. With a blend of lactic acid and papaya extract, it gently dissolves buildup without irritation. The result? Radiant, fresh skin in minutes. It’s like swapping out your faded summer wardrobe for something crisp and new—only this time, the glow is all yours. Our top-rated exfoliating moodmask is ideal for weekly use to unclog pores, remove blackheads, and keep pimples away. 

And here’s the secret: exfoliating masks aren’t just about radiance. They also help your makeup look better, last longer, and sit smoothly on the skin. Whether you’re prepping for a holiday dinner or a cozy fall night out, think of exfoliation as your pre-party insurance.

When unexpected breakouts strike, reach for your acne treatment S.O.S. — the ultimate spot solution for clearer skin fast. Patchology’s S.O.S. Totally Invisible Clarifying Liquid Patch acts like a shield over blemishes, delivering targeted ingredients that calm redness, fight bacteria, and speed up healing—without flaking or drying. It’s totally invisible under makeup, making it your secret weapon for tackling pimples anytime, anywhere.

The Foot Peel Obsession: Why Everyone’s Talking About It

No fall detox is complete without thinking beyond your face. Enter the foot peel mask—the viral treatment that’s equal parts shocking and satisfying. If you’ve seen videos of sheets of skin peeling dramatically from feet, you already know the appeal.

The POSHPEEL™ Pedi Cure takes this concept and elevates it. Using a potent blend of AHAs and BHAs, it gently exfoliates away layers of dead skin, revealing baby-soft feet in just over a week. It’s the ultimate reset for feet that have been trapped in sandals all summer and are now sliding into boots for the season.

If you’re wondering whether a foot peel or foot peel mask really works, the answer is yes—but patience is key. Peeling usually starts around day 3–5, and results reveal themselves fully within 1–2 weeks. And while searches like “foot peel ruined my feet” may cause alarm, rest assured: when used correctly, foot peels are safe, satisfying, and transformative. The only caveat? Don’t pick or peel manually—let the process unfold naturally.

For an instant fix (say you have an event this weekend), swap in the Rosé Toes Renewing Foot Mask. It won’t cause peeling but delivers instant hydration, making it the perfect quick indulgence.

The Head-to-Toe Fall Detox Ritual

Here’s how to bring it all together for a seasonal ritual that leaves you feeling refreshed from top to toes:

1. Start with Exfoliate Mate – Kick off with a gentle resurfacing mask to brighten and smooth skin.
2. Follow with SmartMud Detox – Clear out impurities and give your skin that post-facial clarity.
3. Finish with PoshPeel™ Pedi Cure – Treat your feet to the ultimate reset so they’re soft, fresh, and boot-season ready.

This combo isn’t just skincare—it’s self-care. A Sunday evening ritual, a midweek reset, or the perfect prep before stepping into holiday party season.

Reset, Refresh, Reveal Your Glow

Fall is about more than pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters—it’s about creating moments of self-care that help you feel your best. Whether it’s the deep cleanse of a mud mask, the radiance boost of an exfoliating face mask, or the transformation of a foot peel mask, Patchology makes detoxing for fall and taking care of your skin fun, easy, and effective.

So go ahead—wrap yourself in a blanket, light a candle, and give your skin the seasonal reset it deserves. The glow you’ve been missing is just one mask away.