Is your skin ready to cope with summer’s scorching heat and annoying humidity? Oh yes! It is an obvious question you must ask yourself before breaking out your summer wardrobe. Tweaking your skincare habits a little can help you make the most of this skin-baring season, and we are here to guide you through the process. (1) (2)
Use Summer-Specific Products
Swap out your usual skincare products for those designed to handle summer’s intense heat and humidity. The initial step in preparing your skin for the season is eliminating excess oil and build-up on the face. Therefore, modify your skincare routine to address these specific summer challenges.
Make Sunscreen a Staple
A sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher is crucial for a tan-free radiant summer skin. Make sure you slather a water-resistant, broad-spectrum sunscreen on your skin thoroughly every day before putting on any makeup. Also, do not forget to reapply it frequently to strengthen the protection.
Exfoliate Your Whole Body
Exfoliation is the key, especially for those scorching summer days. As the oil glands keep secreting heavily and we keep layering sunscreen on our skin, frequent exfoliation becomes necessary to help it breathe. Whether you prefer a natural grainy scrub or a body brush, you will get healthy, glowing summer skin from head to toe.
Befriend with Body Wash
Body wash should be your best friend in summer. The over-secretion of oil and sebum glands, the layer of dead skin cells, and constant sweat can clog your skin pores, making them perfect breeding places for bacteria. So, pick a body wash containing bacteria-killing chemicals like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, and keep your skin smooth and healthy.
Keep Your Skin Moisturized
Despite all the oil and sebum piling on your face, you should never skip your moisturizing routine in summer. All you need to do is find a water-based or de-greasing product (moisturizer or lotion) so that the sebum secretion of your skin is not facilitated. Also, try to moisturize your skin right after taking a shower to make the penetration of the moisturizer easier into the skin.
De-Fuzz Like a Pro
There is no more crucial task than smoothing your skin when rediscovering a summer-ready you. Clean underarms, a smooth bikini line, and soft, touchable legs can help you beat the heat and enjoy the summertime like nothing else. Laser hair removal is the best long-term solution, while waxing can be pretty practical for uprooting the hair. If you need something faster, go for shaving. However, you should always use a sharp new razor, shaving cream or oil (baby oil will also do), and a good moisturizer. These will ensure the closest possible shave and less irritation.
Ditch Hot Water Bath
No matter your love for hot showers, you must learn to break up with it, at least for the summer. Hot water during this time can dry out your skin to a large extent, making it look rough and unhealthy. So, try to shower-smart by washing your entire body with lukewarm water and finishing it with a cool, rejuvenating rinse. It will keep your pores closed and reduce outbreaks.
Say ‘No’ to Regular Soap
Most body soaps contain harsh chemical compounds that rip off the skin’s natural oils. If you continue using these in rising summer temperatures, you will end up sucking out the actual moisture content of your skin cells and look dull. Hence, switch to certain natural (herbal) soaps or pick a gentle body wash to keep your skin smooth throughout the summer.
Modify Your Daily Diet
Get your skin summer-ready from the inside out by significantly changing your diet. Consume lots of fresh fruits and colorful as well as green leafy vegetables to provide enough nourishment to your skin cells. Ensure that your diet contains sufficient amounts of antioxidant vitamins (A, C, and E) so your skin remains bright and youthful even in summer.
Increase Your Water Intake
Never compromise your water intake, especially when the sun is soaring. Water plays various roles in our body, from detoxifying our body to regularizing our metabolism to keeping our skin hydrated. Therefore, drink plenty of water throughout the day so your skin looks flawless, regardless of heat and humidity.
Work Your Sweat Out
Workouts can help you immensely in prepping up your skin for the season. It boosts blood circulation and removes toxins and sweat from the body. Both of these are necessary for radiant summertime skin.
Massage with Body Oil
Massaging your skin with an excellent lightweight body oil will induce enough moisture, tighten it up, and give it a healthy glow. So, do not exclude body oil from your summer skincare routine. Instead, embrace it.
Summary
Adjusting your skincare routine will prepare your skin for summer’s heat and humidity. Use products designed for the season, emphasizing oil removal. Apply SPF 30 or higher sunscreen daily, exfoliate to promote skin breathing, use bacteria-fighting body wash, moisturize with water-based products, and keep skin fuzz-free with laser hair removal or waxing. Avoid hot water baths and harsh soaps, and stay hydrated with a diet rich in antioxidants and increased water intake. Exercise enhances skin health while massaging with lightweight body oil adds moisture and a healthy glow.
