How To Step Up Your Skincare Game For Summer!

Summer is all fun and games until your skin starts acting up. Between sunburns, breakouts, and that inevitable greasy shine, your skincare routine needs a serious seasonal upgrade. Here are our top 5 essentials to get your skin glowing and breakout-free for the Summer!

1. SPF in All Forms

Yes, you’ve probably heard it a million times, but SPF is really the key step of your skincare routine, especially for Summer. It protects you from UV damage, meaning you can say goodbye to sunburns and premature aging! But don’t worry, the days of thick white sunscreen that won’t blend into your skin are gone. Instead, opt for a SPF face mist – a light spray that gives you an even layer of sunscreen. It is perfect for quick reapplications throughout the day, even over your makeup. To take it even a step further, you can look for foundations and CC creams with SPF in them. Another game changer is SPF lip balm, which protects your lips from UV damage while moisturizing them at the same time. Pro Tip: when buying your sunscreen make sure it is non-comedogenic, so it won’t clog your pores and will prevent any breakouts.

2. Korean Toners

While K-Beauty is great all year round, their toners really take it to the next level during these hot months. That is because they focus on hydration and balance, which your skin will thank you for after a long pool or beach day. They have lightweight formulas that are often infused with natural extracts like green tea or calendula, which work great as a cooling step after cleansing, especially if you’re dealing with irritation or a sunburn.   

3. Aloe Vera Gel

If you’re anything like me, you’ll know the struggle of getting sunburned way too easily. Well, aloe vera gel is the hero to the rescue! Packed with vitamins, enzymes, and antioxidants, aloe vera gel is nature’s powerhouse known for its cooling and soothing effects. Simply apply it on any sunburned areas and it will do wonders calming your sunburns, reducing redness, and hydrating irritated skin. Pro Tip: keep it in your fridge for extra refreshment!

4. Gel-Based Moisturizer

Gel-based moisturizers are perfect for Summer because they hydrate your skin without feeling heavy or greasy. They have a water-based formula, meaning they are super lightweight and absorb quickly into your skin. Most gel-based moisturizers are also non-comedogenic, which is great for sensitive and acne-prone skin. So, say bye to those pimples and clogged pores and hello to fresh, plump skin!

5. Vitamin C Serum

If you want that glowy, dewy Summer skin, then Vitamin C is officially your best friend! It’s an absolute essential for Summer because it protects your skin from sun damage and air pollution! It’s a great antioxidant that helps reduce aging and dark spots while also brightening and evening out your skin tone for that fresh Summer glow. Vitamin C serum layers perfectly under your gel based moisturizer for a lightweight but protective Summer skincare routine. Plus, it helps your skin produce collagen, keeping it firm and smooth!