Tricks That Treat Your Skin Right

Halloween might be all about scares, but when it comes to your skin, some habits are more frightening than any costume. From skipping SPF to over-exfoliating, these “scary skin habits” can quietly undo your glow faster than a sugar crash after trick-or-treating.

At Aster Aesthetics, we believe in results that are natural, balanced, and elevated—not haunting. Below, we’re unmasking a few common mistakes and sharing simple skin “treats” that can restore balance and radiance.

1. Skipping SPF (Even When It’s Cloudy)

The number-one horror story for healthy skin? UV damage. Even when it’s overcast, up to 80% of UV rays still reach your skin, leading to premature aging, pigmentation, and barrier breakdown.

Treat Instead:
Use a broad-spectrum SPF every single day. We love Colorescience FlexShield for its mineral protection and soft, natural tint. Think of sunscreen as your daily armor, not a seasonal product.

2. Sleeping in Your Makeup

It’s easy to do after a late night out—but leaving makeup on overnight traps oil, bacteria, and pollution against your skin. This accelerates dullness, breakouts, and fine lines.

Treat Instead:
Take two minutes to double-cleanse. Follow with a hydrating serum such as Hydrinity Restorative HA or Skinbetter Science Alto Advanced Defense & Repair Serum to boost overnight repair.

3. Over-Exfoliating or Mixing Too Many Actives

Chasing instant glow with excessive exfoliation or layered actives can backfire, causing redness, irritation, and barrier damage. More isn’t always better.

Treat Instead:
Exfoliate gently, one to two times per week. For deeper rejuvenation, microneedling stimulates cellular turnover and collagen production, refining texture and restoring balance to the skin over time.

4. Picking at Blemishes

Tempting as it is, picking at breakouts only creates inflammation, scarring, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that lingers far longer than the blemish itself.

Treat Instead:
Use a targeted spot treatment or schedule a custom chemical peel for professional and guided healing. A clinical approach helps clear skin while protecting your long-term texture.

5. Ignoring Your Neck and Chest

Your neck and décolletage are often forgotten in skincare routines, yet they’re just as prone to sun damage, collagen loss, and premature aging as your face.

Treat Instead:
Extend your skincare—and SPF—down to your chest daily. In-clinic treatments like HyperDilute Radiesse and microneedling can help restore firmness, tone, and radiance to these delicate areas.

Post-Halloween Skin Reset

This is the perfect time to rebalance your skin after the festivities. Focus on deep cleansing, barrier repair, and hydration through professional skincare treatments and intentional at-home care to keep your complexion bright and calm through the holidays.

Final Thoughts

Your skincare routine shouldn’t be scary. By breaking these habits and replacing them with intentional, science-backed practices, you can keep your skin balanced, bright, and resilient—well beyond Halloween.

At Aster Aesthetics, our mission is simple: to help you feel naturally confident in your own skin. Through advanced facials, injectables, and personalized skincare, we help you achieve results that feel as good as they look.