Key tips to include in your summer skincare routine

Summer is here - warmer weather, longer days, barbeques in the back garden, and trips to the beach . It is easy to get distracted by all the fun in the sun. However, it is essential to note that your skin changes season to season.

When you are deep in enjoyment, it can be easy to forget to look after your skin. During the summer months, the increasingly warm weather can result in additional breakouts. This is due to being outside more in the warm weather.

Not to mention, one too many cocktails could have a role to play here. On the other hand, if your weather is warm but dry, you could experience dryer skin during the summer months. In addition to the above, there is also the risk of sun damage.

However, there is no need to worry. The below skincare tips will have your skin looking clear and glowy even on the hottest of days.

Always use SPF

Getting some new cute freckles may seem like a benefit of the season. However, the UV rays from the sun can negatively impact your skin. When it comes to getting too much sun, wrinkles and lines are not of concern.

The real risk here is skin cancer. Why risk that happening when you can apply some sunscreen? Always put on at least SPF 30 if you plan to hang out in the sun. Many people skip this step.

This is because they believe their makeup contains an adequate amount of SPF to protect them from the sun. However, this is not true. You must ensure your skin is getting additional protection and also be sure to reapply it when needed.

You may be new to SPF and do not know when to apply it in your skincare routine. In that case, you should ideally put it on after you have cleansed and applied moisturiser. Be sure to apply it to more areas than just your face, neck, chest.

You should apply it to any other exposed areas that need to be protected. If you plan to wear makeup, you should put your sunscreen on before you apply makeup.

Don’t go to bed without cleansing and moisturising your skin

It may be tempting after a day in the sun to go straight to bed to replenish your energy. However, if you want your skin to be balanced and healthy, you must carry out your skincare routine. If you do not, you will risk oil, dirt, and sunscreen clogging your pores.

As a result, this bacteria can cause breakouts. You are supposed to wear sunscreen more regularly during the summer months. For that reason, you may find yourself needing to do a double cleanse to ensure you are cleaning your skin.

Once you have cleansed your skin, you should use your moisturising products. Another crucial step during summer for your skincare routine is exfoliating. Your skin is likely to break out and be oilier due to the additional oil, dirt, and perspiration collecting.

Therefore, you should aim to exfoliate your skin one day each week.

Remember to drink plenty of water

Drinking water regularly is essential for your health. Water can be the critical ingredient to targeting flaky and dry skin types. It would be best if you aimed to consume eight glasses of water per day.

It may be challenging if you are not a huge water drinker already. In saying that, you can add some juice or fruit to it. Alternatively, you can opt for sparkling water.

Adding fruit like berries to your water will give you a yummy flavour and provide you with good antioxidants. Water helps the skin inside and out. If you follow any of the tips we provide, be sure it is this one.

Adopt a lighter skincare routine

In the winter months, we are used to piling on our products. This is because it is colder, and our skin can experience more dryness. On the other hand, during summer, our skin is likely to be oilier.

As a result, there is no need to use all those products that combat winter dryness. For that reason, you should try to adopt a lighter skincare routine. Rather than using a moisturising face cream that is heavier on skin, try to go for a serum or oil.

You can also swap out your cleanser for a gentle, cleansing foam.

Spend money on a good serum with vitamin C

Speaking of serums, you should spend some money on a good one that contains Vitamin C. Vitamin C can be hugely beneficial for the skin in the summer months. It can tackle various skin concerns such as redness and inflammation, fine lines and wrinkles, and can aid collagen production.

You can apply the serum after you have cleansed and before you have moisturised.

Use non-comedogenic makeup

Put simply, non-comedogenic makeup is makeup that does not contain ingredients that will clog your pores. With the weather being warmer in summer, your pores are more likely to be clogged with products. Therefore, you should stick to makeup that will not.

When purchasing makeup products, check the labels to see if they are non-comedogenic. Do be aware that non-comedogenic is not the same as oil-free. Non-comedogenic products can still contain oil, but these oils will not clog the pores.

This is a must if you want to maintain healthy, glowing, clean skin in the summer and prevent breakouts.

Never stop moisturising

Many are under the impression that they don’t need to moisturise in the summer due to the amount they sweat. They think it is just putting oily products on top of oil. However, you still need to moisturise your skin.

The skin should always be moisturised, even if the texture is oily. Moisturisers work to protect the skin from chemicals and pollutants that are harmful to the skin. In addition, they stop the skin from becoming dry or irritated.

Poko's Regenerating Collagen Moisturiser is the perfect addition to your summer skincare routine. 

Use a multi-purpose moisturiser

This brings us to our final point, use a multi-purpose moisturiser. You should use a product that is both sunscreen and moisturiser throughout the summer months. Many brands sell moisturisers that contain anywhere from SPF 30 to higher.

Using thick moisturisers can result in breakouts, redness, and clogged pores during the summer. Therefore, it is good to get a light, multi-purpose moisturiser to use during the season.