November Skincare Routine Evesham | Morning & Night Tips

Morning vs Night | Layering Tips | When to Use Retinol, Exfoliants & SPF

As the temperatures drop and the central heating goes on, your skin can quickly start to feel the effects of autumn. November is a transitional month—cold air outside and dry heat indoors can leave your skin dull, dehydrated, and sensitive. So how do you build the perfect skincare routine to protect, nourish, and glow through it all?

At ICONIC Beautique in Evesham, we’ve crafted your go-to guide for morning and evening skincare in November—including when to exfoliate, how to introduce retinol, and why yes, SPF is still essential.

🍂 Why Your Skin Needs a Seasonal Switch-Up in November

Colder months mean:

• Lower humidity → Dehydrated, flaky skin

• Indoor heating → Disrupted skin barrier

• Less sun → Great time to begin stronger actives like retinol

• Holiday stress & alcohol → Triggers for dullness, breakouts, and puffiness

Your skincare needs to shift from light and oil-controlling to hydrating, repairing, and barrier-boosting.

🌞 Morning Skincare Routine: Protect & Hydrate

1. Gentle Cream Cleanser
   Swap out foaming or gel cleansers for something creamy and non-stripping to preserve moisture.

2. Hydrating Toner or Mist
   Look for formulas with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or rose water to prep skin for layering.

3. Antioxidant Serum (Vitamin C)
   Defend against environmental damage and brighten dull autumn skin.

4. Barrier Repair Moisturiser
   Choose richer textures with ceramides, squalane, or peptides to prevent transepidermal water loss.

5. SPF 30+ (Yes, Even in November!)
   UVA rays are always present—especially important after advanced facials or when using retinol at night.

👉 Client Favourite: AlumierMD’s Sheer Hydration SPF is perfect under makeup and deeply nourishing.

🌙 Evening Skincare Routine: Repair & Replenish

1. Double Cleanse (Especially if wearing makeup)
   Oil cleanse first, then follow with a gentle cream cleanser.

2. Targeted Treatments: When to Use What

• Exfoliate 1–2x a week: Use lactic/glycolic acid pads or enzymes to remove dead cells and brighten

• Retinol 2–3x a week: Best applied on clean, dry skin—wait 10 mins before layering moisturiser

• Peptides & Recovery Serums: Alternate on non-retinol nights

3. Eye Cream
   Hydrating formulas with caffeine or peptides reduce puffiness and prep for smoother concealer application.

4. Nourishing Night Cream or Overnight Mask
   Don’t skimp here—your skin heals overnight. Go rich and replenishing!

🧴 The Art of Layering: What Goes First?

Follow this simple rule: Thin to thick.
Water-based serums first, then oils or creams, and always finish with SPF in the morning.

Layering order:
Cleanser → Toner → Serum → Moisturiser → SPF (AM)
Cleanser → Serum/Treatment → Eye Cream → Moisturiser (PM)

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💡 ICONIC Beautique Tip:

Not sure which retinol or exfoliant is right for your skin? Book a consultation with our advanced therapists for bespoke skincare planning. We’ll guide you through how to use actives safely—especially post-peel or after a facial like CACI or Elemis Reveal.

Book Your Autumn Skin Reset

Now is the perfect time for an in-clinic treatment to restore glow and hydration before the festive season. Explore:

• AlumierMD Professional Peels

• Elemis Expert Touch Facials

• CACI Non-Surgical Lift & Glow

📞 Call us on 01386 442926 or book online to create your November skin strategy.
Your skin will thank you by Christmas.