With warm weather finally here, it's time to adjust your skincare routine to embrace the new season. Just as you switch your wardrobe, making a few changes to your skincare routine is essential for achieving beautiful summer skin. Here’s how to get started:
1. Exfoliate Your Body
Regular exfoliation is key to maintaining smooth, healthy-looking skin with a radiant glow. It helps lift off the outer layers of dead skin cells, allowing your moisturiser to penetrate more effectively. Be gentle—harsh scrubbing can do more harm than good.
- Body Scrub: Ensure your skin is wet and softened with warm water before applying the scrub. Massage in circular motions and exfoliate two to three times a week.
- Dry Brush: Use a dry, stiff-bristled brush for a daily body massage. Start at your feet and work upwards with long strokes on limbs and circular motions on the torso and back.
2. Switch Up Your Products
Summer environments, whether air-conditioned or sun-soaked, can reduce skin moisture levels. Opt for lighter formulas that won’t clog pores or leave you feeling greasy.
- Body Oil: Our Daily Treatment Oil is perfect for adding moisture without heaviness. It absorbs quickly, leaving no greasy residue, and is suitable for all skin types.
- Night Moisturiser: Use a lightweight, water-based formula at night to boost hydration and soothe irritated skin, ensuring you wake up with a radiant glow.
3. Stock Up on Protection
Sun damage is the leading cause of wrinkles and discoloration, so a high SPF is crucial. Apply sunscreen every morning and reapply regularly, especially during prolonged sun exposure. Choose sunscreens formulated for the face or a moisturiser with high SPF for convenience.
4. Fight the Fuzz
With summer comes the desire to show off smooth skin. Use a sharp, single-bladed safety razor for the best shave. Lather up with shaving soap and shave against the grain. Take your time, especially around curves and hard-to-see areas, and apply moisturiser or oil post-shave to prevent irritation.
5. Banish Ingrown Hairs
Ingrown hairs can be a nuisance, but they’re manageable. They often result from hair removal or dead skin build-up. If you encounter one, use a sterile pin or tweezer to gently lift the hair without piercing the skin. If that’s not possible, apply a warm flannel to open pores. Avoid forcing the hair out to prevent dark spots and scarring. Our Emergency Fix is perfect for soothing and eradicating spots and ingrown hairs.
Following these tips will help you achieve your best summer skin while protecting it for the future!
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