We often hear "my skin is more beautiful in summer anyway, so I can skip steps in my care!" FALSE! It accumulates a lot more impurities than usual and other nice surprises will only appear in the fall. It's time to pay more attention to your skin this season, so you don't have to pull your hair out later ;-)
Here are 3 main reasons to take care of your skin this summer:
1. Increased exposure to the sun & other external aggressions
In summer, we spend more time outdoors and are therefore exposed to more sunlight. The sun's UV rays can cause long-term damage to the skin such as photoaging, hyper pigmentation, skin cancer, etc. Not to mention, other irritations that can be caused by pollution, heat, salt water, etc.
2. Increased sweating & sebum
And yes, we sweat more! If sweat is not properly cleaned, it can clog pores and promote acne breakouts. Same thing for sebum, our glands are hyperactive in summer! Which can cause the multiplication of blackheads, bliss!
3. Increased dehydration
In summer, dehydration can be a very common problem. The heat can lead to excessive sweating, which can deplete the skin's natural moisture. So be careful not to switch to too light, not very hydrating skincare products, and avoid skipping crucial steps for your skin!
In summary, taking care of our skin in summer is essential to avoid long-term skin damage, breakouts, pimples and dehydration. It is important to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen correctly, cleanse the skin thoroughly, drink enough water and maintain a consistent skincare routine.