Do you know how to care for your skin in summer? In this article we share the essential tips and gentle advice. As temperatures rise in the summer months, our skin is exposed to various stressors, including increased UV radiation, higher humidity and pollution. Good summer skincare is key to protecting the skin from sun damage, dehydration and other environmental factors. With a suitable routine you can keep your skin healthy and radiant all season long.
Common skin concerns in summer
During the summer, concerns such as sunburn, hyperpigmentation, blemishes and heat rash are common. These conditions can bring discomfort and lasting damage to the skin, especially if they are not cared for properly. Weaving effective habits into your skincare can help prevent them and keep the skin in the loveliest possible condition. A few basic things and practices are enough to lower the risk of harm to your skin.
Good skincare habits during the summer
Hydration is key
Hydration is the key to healthy skin in summer. Drinking plenty of water helps keep the skin hydrated from within, while hydrating cosmetic products can bring extra moisture from the outside. Natural cosmetics with hyaluronic acid, glycerin or aloe vera are lovely here – they lock in moisture and soothe the skin. There is hardly a need to explain how many good things proper hydration does for our body, not only for the skin but for our overall sense of wellbeing.
Use sunscreen regularly
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One of the most important steps in your summer skincare routine is applying sunscreen. Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sufficient SPF (we suggest at least 20) to shield your skin from UVA and UVB rays. Apply it generously to all exposed areas of skin and reapply regularly throughout the day when you are in the sun, especially after swimming or after sweating a lot.
Cleansing and exfoliation
Cleansing the skin at least twice a day helps remove sweat, oil and impurities that can clog the pores and lead to breakouts. Use a gentle, sulphate-free cleanser so that you do not strip the skin of its natural oils. Exfoliating once or twice a week can help lift away dead skin cells and keep pores from becoming clogged. We suggest choosing a gentle exfoliant with natural ingredients, such as jojoba beads or fruit enzymes.
Light moisturisers
In summer, switch to light, non-comedogenic moisturisers that will not clog your pores. Look for products with ingredients such as aloe vera, green tea extract and hyaluronic acid, which bring hydration without feeling heavy on the skin. Gel-based moisturisers are a wonderful choice for hot and humid weather. They hydrate the skin beautifully and help it stand up to summer environmental stressors.
Antioxidants are a wonderful friend to your skin
Antioxidants help protect the skin from free-radical damage caused by UV radiation and pollution. Weave serums and moisturisers rich in antioxidants into your skincare. They help soften the signs of ageing and improve the health of the skin. Ingredients such as vitamin C, vitamin E and green tea extract are excellent choices. In the composition of a cosmetic product, antioxidants are often a good sign of quality.
Natural cosmetics we recommend for summer
Hydrating peptide serum
The hydrating peptide serum is lovely for soothing and hydrating the skin during hot summer days. Its original blend of active substances brings comfort even to sunburnt or irritated skin. This serum also firms the skin, smooths wrinkles and fine lines, hydrates deeply and works against premature ageing.
After-sun spray with Aloe vera
The after-sun spray with Aloe vera also contains hyaluronic acid and panthenol. It provides long-lasting hydration without clogging the pores. The two-phase spray nourishes the skin in two ways. It combines a nourishing oil with refreshing water. It brings immediate relief and refreshment to the skin after sunbathing,
Facial serum with vitamin C
The Kopaničiarska žehlička facial serum with vitamin C helps brighten your skin and soften the look of dark spots caused by sun exposure. Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant that supports collagen production and protects the skin from free-radical damage. This facial serum contains the most modern form of vitamin C in an optimal and safe concentration of 5%, which penetrates deep into the skin without disturbing it.
Sun care products
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In our range you will also find a whole line of sun care products. Sun care products include sun oils, sun butters, after-sun oils, tan activators and bronzers. With a combination of these products you can enjoy a beautiful, even bronze with care. When sunbathing, always follow the principles of safe sun exposure and think first of all about the health of your skin.
Interesting facts about the skin
The skin is our largest organ
Did you know that your skin is the largest organ of your body? It makes up about 16% of your total body weight and covers an average area of 1.6 to 2 square metres.
The skin renews itself
The skin has an incredible ability to renew itself. Skin cell renewal takes around 28 days, which means that every month you gain a completely new layer of skin.
Melanin determines skin colour
Melanin is the pigment responsible for the colour of skin, hair and eyes. The amount and type of melanin produced by your skin cells determines the colour of your skin.
The skin has three layers
The skin consists of three main layers: the epidermis (the outer layer), the dermis (the middle layer) and the hypodermis (the inner layer). Each layer has specific functions and plays a key role in protecting your body.