Why you need to switch up your skincare routine for summer

A djusting  your skincare routine throughout the different seasons is essential for maintaining glowing skin all year round. In the same way that y ou wouldn’t wear a big woo l ly jumper during summer (even in the UK) ,  you need to switch up your winter skincare products  to adapt your regime  for the hotter months.  More exposure to sunlight, as well as increased humidity means our skin can act very different during the summer ,  so we've put together a round-up of some of the key changes you should make to your skincare routine  to keep y our complexion nourished and  glowy , whatever the weather.   

 

Start with an exfoliating wash  

As the weather warms up, our skin typically becomes oilier, and we produce much more sweat throughout the day. This means that our skin becomes more prone to ac ne, as pores become clogged with impurities, sweat and oil during the day. Whereas gentler cleansers such as the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser are typically favoured  in the winter, during the summer exf oliation is key. Using a light daily exfoliant , or a deeper exfoliant a couple of times a week is crucial for removing dead skin cells and impurities to prevent blemishes and promote an even skin tone.   

 

Opt for a l ighter  moisturiser  

Whilst during the winter, it’s important to use rich er, thicker   moisturisers  to maintain hydration levels and condition the skin, in the hotter weather ,  lighter formulas are much more effective. Using fewer products  with lighter consistencies prevents the skin becoming too oily or saturated in the hot weather. A light  moisturiser   alone  is enough to lock in moisture throughout the day  to keep your skin looking fresh.   

 

Upgrade to a stronger SPF  

Although we cannot  emphasise  enough that you should be wearing SPF every day, during the summer months particularly,  you may want to up the strength of your usual sun protection. With more prolonged exposure to the sun, it’s important to be u sing a minimum of factor 30 SPF, and factor 50 if possible. This can be in the form of a  moisturiser  or a sunscreen, but whatever the formula, it must be applied in the morning, and reapplied as needed throughout the day (even on cloudy days!)  

Try out a hydrating mask  

Skin is typically a little less flaky in the summer months, however  it can still easily become dehydrated, so  it’s important to retain as much moisture as possible. A great way of doing this is to use a hydrating mask 1-2 times a week in order to keep your skin nourished,  moisturised  and  nice and plump in the hotter weather.   

 

Use antioxidant rich products  

Using products that are rich in antioxidants is a great way of further protecting your skin during the summer. Antioxidants can stimulate collagen production, as well as help ing to protect the skin from environmental aggressors and pollutants . Keeping your skin protected as you spend more time outside is essential to prevent premature ageing and damage.   

 

Incorporate anti-pigmentation products  

Skin  discolouration  and pigmentation can often become worse during the summer months due to prolonged sun exposure.  Using an anti-pigmentation product with ingredients such as Hyaluronic acid or  Thiamidol  can help to reduce the appearance of  marks or  discolouration  on the skin, as well as prevent  new ones from appearing.   

 

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