The hot summer months can be a real challenge for our skin. It tends to dry out and suffer from ultraviolet radiation. Puffiness often increases, and makeup can smudge more easily. In such extreme conditions, light and natural beauty products are your best allies. You can even slightly adjust your usual skincare routine by opting for simpler and more convenient options.
Cool Washing
In hot weather, the skinās sebaceous glands work more actively, producing excess oil. Thatās why cleansing becomes especially important. Avoid washing with hot waterāit stimulates the sebaceous glands even more. Instead, choose lukewarm water at around 30ā35Ā°C for morning and evening cleansing.
When it comes to cleansers, opt for hypoallergenic products without harsh foaming agents, artificial dyes, or fragrances, but with moisturizing ingredients such as aloe vera or vegetable glycerin. Postpone the use of exfoliating products with fruit acids until autumn. If you use scrubs in the summer months, choose the gentlest ones and limit use to once or twice a week.
Hydration Over Nutrition
During the summer, increased oil production can make skin appear greasier than usual. However, excessive sebum often signals dehydration. Focus on intensive hydration and save rich, nourishing creams for cooler weather.
Light gel-textured moisturizers, especially those with aloe vera, are idealāthey absorb quickly without overloading the skin with lipids. Pure aloe gel not only hydrates effectively but also has healing and antioxidant benefits.
To maintain hydration from within, drink at least 1.5 liters of fluids dailyāmineral water, herbal tea, or green tea with lemon are excellent choices. Always carry a bottle of water when leaving home. Avoid sugary carbonated drinks, as they do little to quench thirst.
Sun Protection
Most modern day creams offer some sun protection, usually SPF 10ā15. However, if youāre outside during peak sunlight hours, youāll need extra measures. Wear a wide-brimmed hat and lightweight, long-sleeved clothing made from natural fabrics to shield your skin. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen generously to your face and any exposed skin, paying special attention to high-risk areas such as the nose, forehead, cheekbones, chin, ears, and dĆ©colletĆ©.
A 3-in-1 day cream with SPF, hydration, and a light tint can be a convenient option for daily use.
Sprays for Instant Freshness
For a quick cooling boost, spritz your face with a refreshing cosmetic mist. This could be an aromatic tonic spray, a delicately scented natural hydrolate, or thermal water rich in soothing minerals. As the fine droplets evaporate, the skinās surface temperature drops, creating an instant sense of comfort. For an extra-refreshing effect, store your spray in the refrigerator.
Postpone Intensive Procedures
Dermatologists recommend avoiding treatments that damage or thin the skin in summer, such as chemical or laser peels. Compromised skin is more prone to hyperpigmentation when exposed to UV rays. Itās also best to postpone the removal of moles and papillomas from sun-exposed areas until cooler months.
