As the warm summer months approach, our skin begins to show signs of ageing. Isn't that right? When exposed to extreme heat and humidity for the most of the day, your skin begins to cry out for more protection, displaying everything from irritating rashes and sunburns to a persistent tan and acne.
As a result, it's critical that you step up your skincare routine as soon as possible to avoid developing undesirable summer skin troubles. Let's have a look at how.
1. Use a face wash to get rid of excess oil
Oily skin can get even more oily during the summer months. Make use of a face wash that is appropriate for your skin type and that can thoroughly cleanse and eliminate all dirt and grime. People who have dry skin would benefit from using a non-foaming cleanser. Choose moderate, alcohol-free, and pH-balanced cleansers to avoid irritation.
2. Establish a regular skin-care regimen
Maintain a skin-care programme and adhere to it on a consistent basis. Choose gel-based (for dry skin) and water-based (for oily skin) products rather than cream-based products because the former are lighter and non-greasy than cream-based products. The use of a gentle cleanser, toner, and moisturiser twice a day will help to maintain clean and fresh skin.
3. Make sure your skin is well hydrated
Keeping hydrated is essential at all times during the heat. After washing your face at night, you can apply a hydrating face mask to your face to provide extra hydration while you sleep. Frequently splash your face with water or take a facial spray with you to refresh your skin at regular intervals to keep it looking fresh.
4. Protect your skin from the sun
The UV-A and UV-B rays of the sun can be quite damaging. Aside from giving you a hard tan, they can also promote accelerated ageing, age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles on your skin. A strong sunscreen with SPF 30-50 is essential for all skin types throughout the summer months, even if you plan to spend the majority of your time indoors. If you plan to go swimming, we recommend that you reapply sunscreen several times.
5. Avoid wearing a lot of makeup
Heavy makeup makes it difficult for the skin to breathe. The capability of the skin to breathe is also affected by heat and humidity. If you must wear makeup, you might want to consider using a tinted lip balm and a tinted moisturizer instead of a heavy foundation and other cosmetics.
Was this helpful?
