The Unlikely Heroes of Summer Skincare
When thinking about your ideal summertime skin, you are probably envisioning a sunkissed, glowy, and flawless complexion, right? “The reality of it can be quite different as our skin begs for extra hydration in warmer months,” reveals Vogue Scandinavia.
However, if we spent as much time transitioning our skincare cabinets for summer as we did our closets, we could be better adjusted to tackle even the hottest of days.
Here’s how are some skincare products to add to your summer routine.
CLEANSERS
A great cleanser is the backbone for a solid skincare routine as they remove makeup, oil, and dirt that build up throughout the day. “It’s best to opt for a gel cleanser in the summer as they hydrate our skin without stripping our skin of natural oils,” says iDiva.
This brightening gel cleanser is packed with antioxidants to cleanse and hydrate our skin. Plus, the strawberry scent is perfect for summer.
This restorative pH-balanced cleanser provides the skin with 11 amino acids and a splash of mineral-rich seawater to help calm irritation and boost radiance.
TONERS
Incorporating a toner into your routine can help prevent pesky breakouts during the summer. Toners reduce oil secretion and tighten pores without leaving your skin stripped. This leaves the skin better-prepared to absorb creams and sunscreens—which are necessary for the summertime.
This alcohol-free toner helps to deep clean pores while the lightweight formula purifies and refreshes skin, and minimizes shine.
This ultra-hydrating toner nourishes and soothes skin while strengthening the skin barrier. With niacinamide and ceramides, it’s the perfect post-sunburn concoction.
SERUMS
Refinery29 suggests that serums are crucial in the summer as they aren’t too heavy on the skin during heat and humidity. Plus, they layer nicely with sunscreen!
This nourishing Vitamin C serum works to reduce dark spots and enhance hydration for fresh, glowy, and smoother skin.
This serum brings all the glow and none of the grease. With vitamin E and chamomile flower extract, this serum helps to reduce redness and strengthen the skin barrier.
MOISTURIZERS
Excess amounts of summer heat can leave your skin dehydrated, and using an effective moisturizer can help restore moisture. Even with heat waves and high UV indexes, it is important to keep your skin well-fed with moisture.
This SPF 50 moisturizer is packed with skin-essential probiotics while maintaining its lightweight and creamy formula.
Tatcha Water Cream, $70
This cream is ultra-hydrating without leaving the skin sticky or oily. With Japanese wild rose and leopard lily, it reduces the appearance of pores, controls excess oil, and smooths skin texture.
LIP CARE
Just like our skin, our lips can become sunburnt as well. The sun can lead to dry and chapped lips and overall discomfort. With a good lip balm, our lips can be nourished and hydrated during the summertime.
Made with moisturizing shea butter, this protective lip balm keeps our lips safe from the sun and locks in hydration. The acai scent is perfect for summer as well.
This silky lip balm hydrates parched lips instantly. Shea and murumuru butter soothe, heal, and condition dry lips while providing a sweet, subtle scent of vanilla. It can also act as a nourishing overnight mask – perfect to use in between those summer beach days.
By making these seemingly small changes within our skincare routines, we can see huge benefits when it comes to keeping your skin healthy and happy all summer long.
Will you be adding any of these products to your summer skincare routine? Leave a comment below!