Summer means lounging by the pool, days at the beach, and backyard barbecues. It’s also the time when our skin is most exposed to the sun’s harsh rays and is most vulnerable to damage.
Adjusting your daily skincare routine can help to keep your skin fresh and glowing even on the hottest, most humid days. And building healthy habits in general has benefits beyond healthy and firm skin. Read on to discover the best skincare practices for the summer ahead.
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Lighten Up Your Daily Skincare Routine
Winter brings harsh winds and dry air that weathers your skin, which means you’ll need moisturizers and creams to guard against it. In summer, your skin is exposed to more humidity. You should swap out heavy products for lighter ones such as lotions and gels.
That said, you still need to moisturize, even if you find yourself sweating. A combination moisturizer and sunscreen can help you protect the top layer of your skin without feeling too heavy in the heat.
Try using Shea Butter Lotion
Shea butter is the most moisturizing oil available, so it’s no wonder that it’s the key ingredient in our lotion. This exclusive Shea Butter Lotion will not only moisturize but also heal and help relieve any tightness or soreness on your skin.
Sunscreen is Your Friend
If you only take away one thing from this article, let it be this: wear sunscreen every day, even when you don’t think you need it. Even cloudy days can let in enough UV rays to damage your skin if exposed for a long period of time. Most experts recommend sunscreen of SPF 30 or above on all exposed skin
Your average sunscreen will leave you with an intense shine, But skincare-focused sunscreens now come in many different textures, so you can still achieve a dewier or more matte skin look while sunscreen is applied.
Apply sunscreen as the last step in your morning image skincare routine. Don’t forget to reapply every few hours.
Strategies Beyond Skincare Products
Skincare isn’t just products – there are many ways to keep yourself glowing and clear. Cultivating healthy habits can not only keep your skin healthy, but they can also improve your overall fitness.
Eat Right
Eating a balanced diet is the most important thing you can do for your skin. Low-fat dairy products, berries, and healthy oils all provide the vitamins and antioxidants you need to keep your skin cells in top shape.
Unhealthy fats and processed sugars can cause you to break out, so keep the burgers and milkshakes to an occasional treat.
Dress for the Sun
Summer accessories like these straw hats for women can keep you protected and stylish. Try different types of hats to determine which one fits your personal style.
If it’s burning hot outside, try wearing long pants or a long-sleeved shirt made of a lightweight fabric. It may seem counterintuitive, but covering up in light, breathable fabrics such as linen helps cool you down and protect your skin from the sun.
Summer Skincare, Fashion, and Beyond
There’s much more to looking your best in the summer than your daily skincare routine. For more on the hottest styles of the summer browse our fashion and makeup sections.
