By the end of summer, skin often tells the story before the calendar does. It may feel tight after cleansing, look a little dull in the mirror, or react to products that worked fine in July. That shift is not random. Cooler air, lower humidity, indoor heat, more hot showers, and lingering sun exposure can all affect the skin barrier. A fall skin reset does not mean buying a whole new shelf of products. The goal is simpler: repair dryness, calm sensitivity, keep sunscreen in p