Summertime brings sunshine, warmer temperatures, and outdoor fun, but it can also wreak havoc on your skin. From oily breakouts to pesky heat rash, the summer months do present unique challenges. Let's dive into practical tips and product recommendations to help you keep your skin looking its best.
Summertime brings sunshine, warmer temperatures, and outdoor fun, but it can also wreak havoc on your skin. From oily breakouts to pesky heat rash, the summer months do present unique challenges. Let's dive into practical tips and product recommendations to help you keep your skin looking its best.
Conquer Oily Skin and Breakouts:
Hot and humid weather often increases oil production and sweat, leading to a shiny complexion and breakouts. Cleanse thoroughly to keep your skin balanced and clear. Use a cleanser that removes excess oil without stripping moisture. REFRESH Jade Purifying Cleanser balances the skin’s pH and deeply cleanses with ingredients like Green Tea Leaf Extract, Ceramides and Propolis Extract, which have soothing and antioxidant properties.
- Tip: Consider double cleansing in the evenings—adding an oil cleanser to melt makeup, SPF, and impurities can help attract excess oil and provide a deeper cleanse.
Hydrate Intelligently:
Don't skip moisturizer! opt instead for a lightweight moisturizer like our LIGHT HYDRATION Emulsion provides lightweight hydration without clogging pores, thanks to ingredients like plant-based squalane, niacinamide, and sodium hyaluronate.
- Tip: Look for oil-free or water-based moisturizers for oily skin.
Target Breakouts:
To keep your skin clear, look for anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial ingredients like sea buckthorn, honey, and propolis. Use our RESTORE Propolis Collagen Gel to target breakouts and increase hydration. The gel's anti-inflammatory properties help calm redness and reduce breakouts.
- Tip: Avoid touching your face to prevent the spread of bacteria.
Soothe and Prevent Heat Rash:
Heat rash can be uncomfortable and irritating. To prevent and treat try wearing breathable fabrics, staying hydrated, and seeking shade when possible. Don’t leave that wet swimsuit on too long!
- Tip: Opt for loose-fitting clothing made from natural fibers like cotton or linen.
Look for Calming Relief:
Aloe is also great for treating skin when it’s been overexposed to the sun’s rays. Our DEEP HYDRATION Aloe Gel Mist provides instant cooling relief and hydration with 90% aloe vera, soothing cica, and witch hazel.
- Tip: Store the mist in the refrigerator for an extra cooling sensation.
Prevent Hyperpigmentation and Uneven Skin Tone:
Sun exposure can worsen hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone. Protect your skin with broad-spectrum sunscreen, exfoliate, and add brightening ingredients to your skincare routine.
According to Kelly Horton-Beeman, a pigment specialist and licensed esthetician of San Diego’s FACES SkinGym, routine exfoliation is key in diminishing hyperpigmentation. “Exfoliation plays an important role in breaking up and shedding deep-rooted pigmented skin cells to support and even out skin tone, and helps increase cell turnover for fresh, renewed skin.” Regular exfoliation, whether chemical (using dissolving agents like fruit enzymes) or mechanical (using friction), helps break up hyperpigmented cells and regenerate skin. Horton-Beeman advises, “Layer with products that include skin-brightening ingredients like Licorice Root, Niacinamide, and Vitamin C to accelerate the fading process, as exfoliation helps prep skin to better receive the benefits of other products.”
- Tip: Regularly exfoliate with a gentle exfoliator like our GLOW Exfoliating Soft Peel, which uses Papaya Fruit enzymes and plant-based Microcrystalline Cellulose to dissolve and buff away impurities, leaving your skin smooth and refreshed. Limit exfoliation to 2-3 times a week to avoid over-exfoliation.
Customize Your Skincare for Different Climates:
If you are traveling, keep in mind that the climate can have a big impact on your skin, so adjust your routine accordingly:
- Humid Climates: Focus on lightweight, oil-free products and consider double cleansing. Tip: Avoid heavy makeup to prevent clogged pores.
- Dry Climates: Prioritize hydration with products like our REPLENISH Hyaluron Peptide Ampoule, which contains seven forms of hyaluronic acid that penetrate various layers of your skin. Tip: Use a humidifier in your bedroom to add moisture to the air.
- High Altitudes: Protect your skin from harsh UV rays and wind with sunscreen and rich moisturizers..
Shield Your Skin from Pollution:
Environmental pollution can accelerate skin aging including wrinkles, sunspots and moisture loss so it's essential to deeply cleanse and protect your skin. Our REFRESH Jade Purifying Cleanser can not only help deeply cleanse your skin of residual impurities but it’s ceramide rich formula can also help strengthen your skin barrier and RENEW Concentrated Serum is an antioxidant rich serum that can help shield your skin from environmental stressors.
- Tip: Use antioxidant-rich skincare products to combat free radical damage before it wreaks havoc on your skin cells.
Protect with SPF:
One of the most important steps in your summer skincare routine is protecting your skin from harmful UV rays. Always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every morning as the final step in your skincare routine, and make sure to reapply throughout the day, especially if you're spending extended time outdoors. Reapply every two hours, or more frequently if you’re swimming or sweating.
- Tip: Carry a travel-sized sunscreen with you for easy reapplication and consider using a sunscreen mist or powder for quick touch-ups over makeup. Apply a lip balm with SPF to protect your lips from sun damage.