Tips To Smoothly Transition From Summer To Fall — As Seen On CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin”

Today marks the official start of the fall season — and, while you may already be sipping on gingerbread lattes, baking pumpkin chocolate chip cookies,  and hanging up harvest-themed wreaths replete with dried wheat stalks, faux pumpkins, pine cones, the truth is we’re still slowly tiptoeing our way into sweater weather. With temperatures still expected to reach the high 80s throughout this week and next, it would be a bit premature to start reaching for turtlenecks and UGG boots, but those autumn fixtures will soon become a reality. Still, yo-yoing temperatures and humidity levels will be the norm for the next few weeks as we transition from summer to fall — and the constantly changing weather can present its own set of challenges when it comes to our immune health, our sleep patterns, and our skin and hair health.

To help make the transition from one season to the next as smooth and painless as possible, I shared some of my tips on CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin” today. Watch the segment here to learn all about how to keep your skin clear and radiant, how to handle autumn anxiety, and how to wow your family during football season cookouts.

Continue reading for some helpful tips and to learn all the juicy details about the products seen on the show!

RELY ON BEEKMAN 1802’S PROBIOTICS-INFUSED SKINCARE PRODUCTS TO KEEP SKIN HEALTHY AND CLEAR

You’ve likely heard about how effective probiotics — colloquially dubbed “good bacteria” — can be at balancing your gut microbiome and improving both digestive health and overall immune health. Well, in recent years, we’ve learned that probiotics can also have a positive impact on our skin. See, over a thousand different species of bacteria live on the surface of our skin, and that’s a good thing — these microorganisms actually help to fight infection, protect against environmental aggressors, maintain a healthy pH level, and keep skin healthy and glowing, As in nature, when our skin’s ecology is in perfect harmony, our complexions appear hydrated, supple luminous, and clear. But, if we throw that delicate balance off by over-washing, using harsh cleansers or face scrubs, or even taking certain medications, the results can manifest themselves via a number of complexion woes — from acne flare-ups to dryness, dullness, redness, eczema, rosacea, and more.  To keep restore equilibrium and, in turn, keep skin clear, calm, and collected, then, try using skincare products infused with probiotics.

Beekman 1802, a clean, clinically kind, cruelty-free skincare brand that recently landed in ULTA Beauty stores, has a number of stellar probiotics-infused products. Moreover, all Beekman 1802 products contain goat milk, which is rich in lactic acid, vitamins, and fatty acids that leave skin soft, smooth and radiant. Because milk has a PH level that closely resembles that of human skin, it’s absorbed rapidly so that all the nutrients it packs effectively penetrate our skin,

For petal-soft skin, check out the Beekman 1802 Bloom Cream Probiotic Moisturizer ($54 at ULTA and ULTA.com.) This lightweight daily moisturizer features a unique probiotic complex that supports a balanced skin microbiome and strengthens the skin’s moisture barrier. It also contains healing Epsom salts to soften and soothe dry skin and an active botanical blend comprised of blue thistle, chamomile, cucumber and aloe to protect skin against stress and pollution. Once skin is balanced and healthy, it can truly bloom and reveal its beauty. True to the Bloom Cream name, this moisturizer features a press-down top with petal-shaped cut-outs on its flat circular surface so that, when you apply pressure to the surface, the formula just flowers out of the bottle. Such a clever detail!

To complete your skincare routine, try applying the glow-boosting Beekman 1802 Milk Drops Probiotic Ceramide Serum ($45 at ULTA and ULTA.com) before your moisturizer. The formula feels deliciously lightweight but its packed with potent ingredients like ceramides, probiotics, squalane, hyaluronic acid and plant enzymes.

KEEP SKIN HYDRATED —AND SOFTEN WRINKLES —WITH THERADERM’S ETERNOX PEPTIDE CREME

While dry skin doesn’t cause wrinkles, it does place a big spotlight on them, making every line and crevice appear more pronounced. And as temperatures begin to descend, our skin will inevitably crave more moisture, so stay ahead of the game by hydrating and fortifying your skin with the Theraderm Eternox Peptide Crème ($100 at Theraderm.net).

This lightweight and soothing moisturizer features: hyaluronic acid, a moisture magnet that can immediately hydrate skin and give it a plumper and more radiant appearance; Acetyl hexapeptide-8, a peptide with water-binding and skin-restoring properties that has a Botox-like effect and can soften expression lines; and Matrixyl, a peptide that creates fiberblast cells, thereby stimulating collagen synthesis and helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Most importantly, Eternox features a breakthrough ingredient exclusive to Theraderm skincare products and protected by 31 patents: soluble keratin peptides. These are active molecules that prompt cellular regeneration and encourage the rapid rebuilding of collagen. Together, all these ingredients work to attack the root causes of wrinkles, tackling those wrinkles caused by expression, those caused by deterioration of collagen, and those caused by a decreased cell metabolism.

Eternox, then, helps to decrease neck skin laxity and minimize forehead wrinkles and fine facial lines — all while delivering lightweight moisture to skin.

FLAUNT SMOOTH ARMS AND LEGS YEAR-ROUND WITH CITY BEAUTY’S INVISICREPE BODY BALM

The main cause of crepe-y skin — the term for thin, wrinkled, often loose and sagging skin that resembles crumpled-up crepe paper — is photodamage. So, as we bid the summer season adieu, it’s the perfect time to try to reverse any damage caused by UV rays and to treat existing problem areas that may seem to be losing some of their elasticity and density. To flaunt luminous and smooth skin year-round, reach for the InvisiCrepe Body Balm by City Beauty ($60 at CityBeauty.com), a full-body treatment that provides all-day hydration and offers a years-younger firming effect.

InvisiCrepe specifically targets crepe-y skin that’s wrinkled, thin, and loose, and it accomplishes this in two ways: first, by supporting the skin’s barrier, locking in hydration so skin appears softer, smoother and more radiant; and second, through wrinkle-targeting compounds that give skin a more lifted, taut appearance.

The 100% clean formula contains zero parabens, sulfates, or mineral oils. Instead, it contains powerful botanicals like barley, watermelon, sandalwood, apple, lentil, and oat bran extracts.

Right now, you can take 20% off your purchase at CityBeauty.com by entering the promo code Austin20 at checkout.

GET HIP TO HEMP SEED OIL’S BEAUTY BENEFITS WITH HEMPZ

While hemp seed oil has been trending in the beauty world recently, pioneering beauty brand Hempz  has been harnessing the power of this natural ingredient for over 20 years, with all of its products containing 100% pure hemp seed oil. What’s so magical about hemp seed oil? Well, for starters, it’s rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids — including gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory and soothes irritated skin — and it effectively moisturizes skin without clogging pores. Moreover, it’s rich in vitamins A, C, and E, providing free radical protection and anti-aging benefits.

For head-to-toe hydration, check out the Hempz Original Collection, which consists of the Original Invigorating Herbal Body Wash ($14.99 at Hempz.com, ULTA stores, and ULTA.com); Original Herbal Sugar Body Scrub ($19.95 at Hempz.com, ULTA stores, and ULTA.com); Original Herbal Body Moisturizer ($19.99 for 17 fl. oz. bottle at Hempz.com, ULTA stores, and ULTA.com); Original Herbal Lip Balm ($8.99 at Hempz.com, ULTA stores, and ULTA.com); and Original Herbal Shampoo & Conditioner (each retailing for $14.99 for a 9 oz. tube and $26.99 for 33.8 fl. oz. bottle at Hempz.com, ULTA stores, and ULTA.com).

Along with hemp seed oil, the products in the Hempz Original Collection are formulated with gentle and nourishing ingredients like sunflower seed oil, shea butter, ginseng and vitamins A, C, and E to lock in moisture, and nourish skin and hair while protecting them against environmental aggressors.

Not only will these products leave your skin, hair, and lips soft and smooth, but they’ll titillate your senses thanks to their unique scent, a gentle and sweet blend of banana and floral notes

REMAIN CALM WITH NATURE’S BOUNTY’S NEW STRESS COMFORT LINE

Autumn anxiety is a very real phenomenon. For many, the closing of summer represents the end of family vacations and road trips, of laid-back afternoons and weekends, of a collective fun-loving energy. Our workloads tend to increase when fall rolls around. Our kids head back to school, which means afternoons spent helping with homework and evenings dedicated to implementing new bath time, dinnertime, and and bedtime routines. And whether kids are physically entering the classroom or doing their learning virtually, both scenarios entail their own sets of challenges for parents — all of which can make anxiety levels soar. On some days, we all feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to keep calm and carry on.

Enter the new Nature’s Bounty Stress Comfort Line, a collection of 100% drug-free gummy supplements that provide targeted stress relief based on your current mood. There are three options available:“ Peace of Mind,” featuring marigold and passionflower extracts to help ease mild tensions and stress; “Mood Booster,” featuring saffron, GABA and lemon balm to relax the mind and calm occasional stress; and “Peaceful Dreams,” featuring GABA, melatonin, and lavender extract to promote restful sleep.

The Nature’s Bounty Stress Comfort line is available on Amazon.com, as well as at Walgreens, Walmart, CVS and other major retailers.

PREVENT HAIR LOSS AND HAIR THINNING WITH FOLIGAIN

Another unfortunate side effect of stress is that it can lead to hair thinning and hair loss. When we’re feeling anxious, our adrenal glands produce the hormone cortisol. As a result, hair follicles may shift from the anagen (growth) phase of the hair growth cycle into catagen (a transitional phase during which hair growth stops)and, subsequently into the telegen (shedding) phase. Because the initial anagen phase was abruptly interrupted due to these hormonal changes, hair may appear weaker and more susceptible to damage and shedding may be more pronounced. Stress can also adversely affect hair health due to the behaviors that it tends to provoke: when we’re overwhelmed and overworked, we tend to focus less on proper nutrition, exercise, and sleep, potentially leading to deficiencies that can weaken strands.

Luckily, you can get to the root of the problem — literally— by focusing on your scalp’s health with Foligain’s Clinically-Proven Healthier Hair Solutions. Foligain has designed an easy-to-use, three-step system comprised of a shampoo, conditioner, and topical scalp serum — all formulated with Trioxidil, a triple action complex with botanical bio-actives that promotes healthier hair and a healthier scalp.

The system includes a shampoo to gently remove build-up, a hydrating conditioner that makes thinning hair appear fuller while also boosting shine, and a scalp serum packed with powerful peptides for targeted results. Not only do these products provide noticeable results, but they’re formulated with clean, natural ingredients and are free of parabens, sulfates, and phthlates.

Prices range from $20.55 for the shampoo to $36 for the Foligain Women Triple Action Hair Care System kit, and you can find them at HEB. You can also visit Foligain.com and enjoy 20% off with the promo code AUSTIN.

SOOTHE YOUR LITTLE ONES’ WORRIES WITH GRAVITY KIDS

We’re not the only ones feeling a little overwhelmed – our kiddos are experiencing their own share of stress, especially as they adapt to new learning environments that look completely different from those of years past. As parents, we want to give our little ones all the tools and coping mechanisms we can so they can feel as calm and safe as possible.

One great tool to help alleviate our children’s anxiety is Gravity Kids. This therapeutic, 10-pound weighted blanket offers the same stress-reducing and sleep-enhancing benefits as the Gravity Blanket, but it’s specifically designed in a safe format for kids ages 7 and up and hence boasts a lighter weight and smaller dimensions (66″ x 42″ to be precise).

Available in pink and green, each Gravity Blanket comes with an ultra-soft and adorable 3-pound weighted dog toy that kids can snuggle with come bedtime.

Each Gravity Kids blanket retails for $170 at GravityBlankets.com and you can enjoy 15% off your Gravity Kids purchase when you enter the promo code WEAREAUSTIN

SUPERCHARGE YOUR H2O WITH BAREORGANICS’ SUPERFOOD WATER ENHANCERS

Health really is the greatest wealth, so it’s critical that we listen to our bodies and honor its signals. As the saying goes, if you listen to your body when it whispers, you won’t have to listen when it screams. To help you achieve all your wellness goals with ease, check out  the new BareOrganics Superfood Water Enhancers. Each sugar-free, travel-friendly stick pack contains a delicious blend of organic superfoods in powder form. The packet’s content dissolve in hot or cold water, giving your beverage a nutrient boost while also delighting your taste buds.

These USDA certified organic, non-GMO, and gluten-free Superfood Water Enhancers use minimally processed ingredients to maintain potency and freshness, and they contain no added sugars, artificial flavors, or preservatives.

There are five Superfood Water Enhancers varieties, including: Energy, which features matcha green tea, maca root and green coffee to help you feel invigorated throughout the day; Immunity, which is designed to function as your first line of defense against colds and other bugs and contains elderberry, echinacea and vitamin C for immune system support; and Sleep, which features a blend of valerian root, passionflower and chamomile to help you fall asleep easier and wake up feeling rested.

Each box of 5 retails for $4.99 at BareOrganics.com and you can enjoy 20% off with the code AUSTIN

MAKE GRILLING MORE THRILLING WITH MEAT DISTRICT

Halloween costumes, Thanksgiving dinners, pumpkin picking, cozy sweaters… everyone has a list of activities and items they associate with fall. For me, two of the highlights of the season are grilling and football — and, luckily for me, they happen to go together like movies and popcorn or camping and S’mores.

You can whip up the perfect game day spread by filling your grill with Meat District’s premium, butcher-crafted meats, which range from gourmet burgers to chicken party wings, tri tip, corned beef, and pork sausage.

Meat District offers 10 chef-inspired burger varieties, as well as 4 different sausage and party wing varieties, so there’s something to wow everyone’s taste buds. We’re talking party-in-their-mouths deliciousness!

For the ultimate tailgating experience, check out the Ultimate Grilling Pack ($99.95 at Buy.EatMeatDistrict.com), which contains over 9 lbs. of meat, including: Zesty Ranch Chicken Party Wings, Sweet & Sassy Chicken Drumsticks, Shawarma Chicken Thighs, Garlic Peppercorn Pork Tenderloin Wrapped in Applewood Smoked Bacon, Steak House Premium Angus Beef Tri Tip, and a box of The O.G. Angus Brisket, Chuck & Short Rib Beef Patties.

Meat District is available at Super Target stores in the Austin area and online at Buy.EatMeatDistrict.com.