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Simple Summer Skincare Routine with Effective Tips

Summer alert!
To all the skincare enthusiasts out there! Are you ready to combat the skincare challenges that hot summer days throw at us? The rising temperature combined with intense sunlight and humidity – all take a toll on the skin, leading to skin issues like tanning, sunburn, acne, rashes, and more. What’s more! The humid days snatch away the glow and leave the skin feeling dehydrated and devoid of moisture. While you can’t avoid summers, you can definitely cope with the adversities by investing in a good summer skincare routine. Focus on deep cleansing, hydration, and sun protection and achieve clean and happy skin. In this guide, we will walk you through the most effective summer skincare routine along with some genius summer season skincare tips to help your skin stay fresh and radiant all season long.

5-step summer skincare routine

  1. Step 1: Double cleanse: Use micellar water and follow it up with an exfoliating cleanser to remove makeup, dead skin cells, and impurities from the skin.
  2. Step 2: Toner and essence: Use a toner to maintain the skin’s pH and essence to hydrate the skin and keep it ready for the next steps.
  3. Step 3: Face serum: Apply face serum to hydrate as well as treat targeted skin concerns.
  4. Step 4: Lightweight moisturizer: Avoid greasy moisturizers in summer and layer lightweight products.
  5. Step 5: Sun protection: Apply broad-spectrum SPF 50+ for both UVA and UVB protection.

Essential summer season skin care tips

  • Stay hydrated
  • Choose antioxidant-rich skincare to fight free radical damage
  • Using refrigerated sheet masks can help you soothe sunburn and heat
  • Avoid heavy makeup during summer
  • Remove makeup before bed
  • Add cooling ingredients like aloe vera to your summer skincare
  • Wear hats, sunglasses, etc., for added protection from the sun

Read this guide in detail to make your skin summer-ready.

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5-step summer skincare routine

Here’s a step-by-step guide on skincare during summers. Follow the steps to pave the way for healthy and hydrated skin.

Step 1: Double Cleanse

Sebum production peaks during the hot, humid days of summer, which makes the skin prone to acne. On top of that, the accumulation of sweat, oil, makeup, and impurities in pores can lead to breakouts. That's why indulging in a double cleansing routine is essential. For AM cleansing, use a non-drying exfoliating cleanser to combat greasiness and refresh your skin without stripping away vital moisture. Follow the double-cleansing routine at night to slough off sweat, debris (which piles up throughout the day), and makeup. Start with a no-rinse micellar water and follow it up with your regular cleanser.

Step 2: Use Hydrating Toner and Essence

Summer combined with other environmental aggressors and incorrect skincare reduces skin’s pH. A balanced skin pH is crucial for your overall skin health. One of the easiest ways to achieve a balanced pH is to use toner. A toner balances the pH levels of your skin and closes pores, making it a must-have in your summer skincare regimen.

Once you’re done toning your skin, apply a face essence. It’s like a sponge that helps absorb the next skincare products and keeps the skin supremely hydrated and clear.

Step 3: Specialized Treatments with Face Serum

A face serum can be a great addition to your summer skincare routine. Face serums offer several benefits, with hydration being the number one. Exposure to the summer environment leads to increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL), which is the measurement of how much water evaporates from the skin. The process is normal and inevitable. However, increased TEWL during summer can lead to dehydrated and dry skin.

  • To maintain optimal skin hydration levels, include a hydrating face serum in your skincare routine during summer. It will also reduce fine lines and leave you with a plump look.
  • Those struggling with dullness and dark spots can use a skin-brightening serum. Face serums enriched with Melasyl™, glycolic acid, and niacinamide can effectively reduce dark spots, sunspots, age spots, and acne marks.
  • Using antioxidant-rich skincare products like serums or creams with vitamin E can help you combat oxidative stress and sun damage, and maintain healthy skin.

Step 4: SPF Moisturizer for Day and Night Cream for Overnight Regeneration

Try to avoid using heavy creams during summer as they can make your skin oilier and more prone to acne. For best results, use a lightweight moisturizer to hydrate your skin without making it feel greasy. Include a dedicated day cream (with SPF for added sun protection) and night cream (to expedite the skin’s regeneration process) in your skincare routine.

Step 5: Sun Protection – Your Skin's Best Friend

Summer skincare, or any skincare for that matter, is incomplete without sunscreen. It shields against premature aging, sunburn, hyperpigmentation, and even skin cancer. Use a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen formula for both UVA (responsible for premature aging) and UVB (responsible for sunburn) protection. Don’t forget to consider your skin type when choosing the right sunscreen formula.

Essential Summer Season Skin Care Tips

Here’s a list of summer skincare tips to maintain healthy and comfortable skin throughout the season:

  • Stay hydrated: Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water every day to keep your skin moist from the inside out.
  • Choose antioxidant-rich skincare: Skincare products enriched with antioxidants like vitamin C or E can help combat free radical damage due to sun exposure.
  • Use refrigerated sheet masks: On days you exfoliate your skin, you can use sheet masks to boost the hydration level. Store them in the refrigerator beforehand to soothe sunburn and heat.
  • Avoid applying heavy makeup: Go for light BB creams or tinted moisturizers instead of heavy foundations.
  • Always remove sunscreen and makeup before bed: Double cleansing keeps your pores clean and clear of buildup.
  • Add cooling ingredients: Try out aloe vera face mask recipes at home to make your summer skincare fun and relaxing.
  • Wear protective accessories: Umbrellas, sunglasses, and hats add extra protection from the sun.

Following a summer skincare routine specific to your skin type and concerns is vital to achieving healthy, radiant-looking skin. With the right skincare products, practices, and proper hydration, you can shield your skin from sun damage. So, what are you waiting for? Keep your skin summer-ready with these essential skincare steps and tips, and maintain fresh, glowing skin throughout the season.

Need help with the skincare routine? Head to the L’Oréal Paris Skin Genius tool to analyze your skincare needs as an expert and find what works best for you with ease!

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