Summers can be harsh on your skin when the temperatures begin to rise and it becomes unbearable sometimes, caring for your skin, especially during this season can seem like a lot of work and people generally tend to make mistakes that end up harming their skin in the long run. 
This season calls for some extra pampering which is why it is important to keep in mind your skin type, your skin needs and your skin care routine, this guide will help you achieve summer healthy and glowing skin throughout the hottest season of the year!
Get your skincare products ready, we are going to toss some of them out and keep the others! This guide will help you achieve a deep understanding of your skin’s seasonal needs according to your skin type and structure! Skincare has never been easier than it is with Lipsteek magazine!
12 SUMMER TIPS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR TAKE ON SKINCARE!
- Include cleansing and toning into your daily skincare routine, use hydrating and cooling products for better results and make sure to be consistent with it. Summers come with a lot of dust and pollution which harms your skin daily, cleansing is your best friend when dealing with summer dust and heat.
- To make things even better for your summer skin, start washing your face with cold water 2-3 times a day to keep it cool, relaxed and hydrated throughout the day, you can also use a hydrating face mask for this.
- Never forget about sunscreen, not just for summers but for all seasons, you need your sunscreen as close to you as possible to protect your skin from sunburns, tanning, age spots etc.
- Give your skin some breathing space, do not apply tone of makeup! A tinted moisturizer or BB cream and just a lip balm will be fine for the day.
- Scrubs are also a good essential to keep in mind, use scrubs to get rid of harsh dirt and pollution particles and keep your face clean and soft.
- Use a non-greasy moisturizer that is lightweight and has atleast SPF 30+
- If you are wearing open-toe heels, make sure to take care of your feet! Wear sunscreen and moisturizer that will protect your feet from the harsh rays of the sun and exfoliate your feet to keep the tan away.
- Drink more water, and eat meals that will increase your water intake, you can have fresh juices and smoothies which help you and your skin stay hydrated.
- Take cold showers, hot showers will end up scalding your skin and damaging your hair, and who takes a hot shower in summer anyway?
- Wear loose and airy fabrics like cotton and linen that will make sure there is enough space for air to pass in and out, avoid tight fitting and clingy garments because they may lead to possible skin infections due to excessive sweating.
- Use toners! Especially the ones that have aloe vera and cucumber or any other similar cooling ingredients, toners help keep your skin hydrated and fresh throughout the day.
- Apply fruity lotions and gels after your daily bathtime routine to keep your skin hydrated and lock in moisture.
- Use antioxidant serums in your summer skincare routine, we guarantee you it works better than any other serum, especially for this season.
- Make sure you care for your eyes this season! The skin under your eyes is very sensitive and wearing sunglasses or using an under-eye gel will help you take care of your under eyes this season.
DRY SKIN? HERE’S HOW TO TAKE CARE OF IT!
- Always use a non-foaming cleanser to keep your skin clean and healthy.
- Use gel-based skin products only. Cream-based products will harm your skin more than you can imagine.
- Hydrate your body as much as you, dehydration will affect your skin and end up making it drier than usual.
- Avoid loofah and scrubs, especially if you have a dry skin.
OILY SKIN? HERE’S HOW TO CARE FOR IT!
- Use a deep cleansing facewash that will work on your skin to remove stubborn dirt and grime from your face and will give you deep moisturization.
- Use water-based skin products, cream-based products will make your skin even more dirty!
- Exfoliate your skin with sandalwood and rosewater if you have acne-prone skin.
COMBINATION SKIN? TRICKY BUT NOT IMPOSSIBLE TO CARE FOR!
- Always use products that are specifically designed for combination skin, sunscreens and moisturizers that work well with your skin type will help you care better for your skin.
- People with combination skin have excess oils in some areas and excess dryness in some areas of their face, using targeted face masks for different areas will help care for your skin better.
- Cleansing your face twice a day is probably the best thing you can do for your skin this year!
- Cleansing should always be followed by proper toning of your skin to remove dirt and pollution from your face effectively.
- Use cream-based moisturizers for dry areas and water-based for oily areas of your face.
- Vitamin C serums are your best friend in the summer!
- Hyaluronic Acid is also your best friend and a safe serum to use on your skin for both summers and winter and all the seasonal changes in between.
- Lactic acid is also a really good exfoliator for combination skin so make sure you are including this key ingredient in your routine.
- You should include Salicylic Acid helps against excess oil in your skin and helps keep your pores unclogged and your face brighter than anything you have ever seen!
No matter what your skin type is, caring for it gets easier once you start understanding its needs and preferences. This guide will help you do exactly that! It can get hectic to make so many changes to your skincare every 3-4 months and somehow if you feel like giving up you need to remember that all of your efforts will be fruitful only if you are consistent!
Also read our blog on: Effective 3 step skincare routine for beginners
If you don’t see results right now, you will see them one day and it will be worth it, it’s better to work on day 1 rather than procrastinate about one day! Be consistent, smile throughout the process and trust your gut, your skin is bound to change sooner rather than later!