How to Look Like You’ve Just Returned from a Vacation
Nothing says “just back from vacation” like that rested, radiant glow, but what if you’ve been working non-stop or dealing with seasonal stress? The good news is you can recreate that sun-kissed, refreshed look right from home using targeted skincare. Fall may be the season of transition, but it’s also the perfect time to give your skin that boost it deserves.
The secret? At-home self-care skincare that exfoliate, hydrate, and rejuvenate. Patchology's Moodmask and Serve Chilled collections are your best friends for achieving a healthy glow that rivals any post-vacation complexion.
Ways to Boost Your Glow
A few simple tweaks to your skincare routine can make a big difference in your complexion.
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Exfoliate regularly: Removing dead skin cells will reveal a brighter, smoother surface once a week.
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Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate: Drink plenty of water and use hydrating skincare products.
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Protect your skin: Even in the fall, it’s important to wear sunscreen to shield your skin from harmful UV rays.
How to Look Like You've Just Returned from Vacation
Fake a Sun-Kissed Glow (Without the Sun Damage)
Nothing says "I've been lounging at the French Riveria" quite like sun-kissed skin. But we're all about that faux glow, darling! Here's how to get it:
- Start with a clean slate using Patchology's Moodmask Exfoliate Mate. This bad boy will slough off those dead skin cells faster than you can say "bon voyage," revealing the fresh, glowy skin underneath.
- One to two days later follow up with the Serve Chilled On Ice hydrogel mask. It's like a tall glass of water for your face, hydrating and plumping your skin to perfection. Pro tip: Keep it in the fridge for an extra refreshing treat!
- Finally, seal the deal with Get Dewy With It. This mask is basically bottled radiance, giving you that "I drink two gallons of water a day and never touch wine" glow (even if the opposite is true).
Tips and Tricks to Transition Your Skincare into Fall
Ways to Boost Your Glow
Radiance on Demand
Who says summer has dibs on the glow? Here's how to keep shining bright like a diamond all through fall:
- Hydrate from the inside out. Yes, we're telling you to drink water. Again. But also, load up on water-rich fruits and veggies. It's like a green juice for your face!
- Get your beauty sleep. Slap on these Rejuvenating Eye Patches first thing in the morning so that you like you've had a full 12 hours (even if Netflix had other plans).
- Massage your face. Take a minute each day to give yourself a facial massage. It boosts circulation, reduces puffiness, and gives you an excuse to touch your own face. Byrdie's guide how-to depuff your face in just three minutes is a helpful morning boost to your skincare routine. Win-win-win!
How Skincare Booster Improves Your Routine
The Secret Weapon for Supercharged Skincare
Think of Patchology's Skincare Booster as the fairy godmother of your skincare routine.
Here's why it's a game-changer:
- It's like a power-up for your skincare routine. This lightweight, invisible mask infuses your skin with extra hydration, making your regular products work overtime.
- The unique blend of glycerin, red algae, snow mushroom, and panthenol creates a moisture sandwich that locks in hydration. You can learn more about Skincare Booster here.
- It plays well with others. Layer it under your usual products for an extra boost of glow, or use it alone for a quick hit of hydration. It's the skincare equivalent of a little black dress – versatile and always in style.
Ingredients That Boost Your Glow
To boost your glow this fall, here are five key skincare ingredients to look for in Patchology products:
- Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that helps brighten the skin, fade hyperpigmentation, and promote an even complexion. It neutralizes free radicals caused by sun damage during the summer, making it ideal for repairing and refreshing your skin in the fall. Look for this ingredient in products like Patchology's Moodmask Wake Up Call mask.
- Hyaluronic Acid
Known for its incredible hydrating properties, hyaluronic acid helps plump and hydrate the skin, ensuring a dewy, fresh look even as temperatures drop. It locks in moisture, reducing the appearance of fine lines and dryness. You'll find it in Patchology's Get Dewy With It and FlashMasque Hydrate.
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
Niacinamide is a multitasking ingredient that reduces inflammation, minimizes pores, and helps even out skin tone. As your skin transitions to cooler weather, this ingredient helps to soothe and repair any damage from summer heat or UV exposure, making Serve Chilled Bubbly a great choice for fall.
- Resveratrol
Derived from grapes, resveratrol is a potent antioxidant that offers remarkable skincare benefits. It aids in protecting your skin against environmental stressors while soothing inflammation, providing a calming effect. Let your skin unwind and experience the cooling hydrating boost of our Serve Chilled Rosé sheet mask.
- Peptides
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that play a key role in building proteins like collagen and elastin, which are essential for maintaining firm, youthful skin. You can read even more about peptides in your skincare on Healthline. They help improve skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and promote a smoother, more radiant complexion. As skin gets drier in the fall, using peptides can ensure a radiant, healthy glow. Patchology's Beauty Sleep mask contains this powerful hydrator.
These ingredients are all featured in Patchology’s seasonal products, perfect for transitioning to fall while keeping your skin glowing and refreshed!
Patchology Products to Boost Your Glow
Your Fall Glow-Up Arsenal
Nothing says “just back from vacation” like that rested, radiant glow, but what if you’ve been working non-stop or dealing with seasonal stress? The good news is you can recreate that sun-kissed, refreshed look right from home using targeted skincare. Fall may be the season of transition, but it’s also the perfect time to give your skin that boost it deserves. The secret? At-home treatments that exfoliate, hydrate, and rejuvenate. Patchology's Moodmask and Serve Chilled collections are your best friends for achieving a healthy glow that rivals any post-vacation complexion.
Ready to stock up? Here's your Patchology shopping list for fall:
Start your routine with Patchology’s Moodmask Exfoliate Mate to slough off dead skin cells and reveal fresh, bright skin. Exfoliation is the key to prepping your skin for the rest of your glow-inducing products. This mask will not only give you smoother skin but also ensure your following treatments sink in more effectively.
Incorporate Patchology’s Serve Chilled On Ice Eye Gels into your weekly routine to de-puff tired eyes and combat the darker circles that can come with less daylight. These gels use cloudberry and niacinamide to soothe and brighten the delicate under-eye area. Pair with a hydrating face mask like the Moodmask Get Dewy With It to keep your skin plump and glowing, even as the air gets crisp.
Use Moodmask Get Dewy With It to hydrate deeply and bring a luminous finish to your complexion. Its hyaluronic acid and rose of Jericho extracts ensure your skin stays hydrated, creating that signature post-vacation glow. Add in Rejuvenating Eye Gels to help brighten and reduce the appearance of fine lines around your eyes—no one will know if you’ve been up late catching up on work!
How the Skincare Booster Improves Your Routine
Patchology’s Skincare Booster is your secret weapon for supercharging your skincare routine. Think of it as the extra boost your moisturizer needs to become more effective. The Booster is packed with powerhouse ingredients like glycerin, red algae, and panthenol, which help your skin retain moisture and improve elasticity. Adding this to your routine makes your skin plumper, smoother, and more luminous, as it helps your moisturizer work harder and longer.
Pro-Tip: Mix a few drops of the Booster into your favorite moisturizer to enhance its effectiveness. The red algae delivers deep hydration, while snow mushroom acts as a natural humectant to hold in moisture.
Get Your Glow On This Fall
Who says summer gets to hog all the radiance? With these tips and tricks (and a little help from our friends at Patchology), you'll be glowing brighter than a jack-o'-lantern all season long.
Remember, the key to maintaining that post-vacation glow is consistency, hydration, and treating your skin to some serious TLC. So go ahead, indulge in that PSL – your skin's got you covered with its own kind of liquid gold.
Now, if you'll excuse us, we've got a date with a face mask and a flannel blanket. Autumn, we're ready for you!