As summer approaches, it's time to break out the bikinis, and it's also time to adjust your skincare routine. More time outdoors and in the sun means a higher risk of UV and free radical damage to your skin. But don’t stress – with a focus on anti-aging solutions for the warmer months ahead. We'll guide you through how to tailor your skincare regimen for summertime! Keep reading for our top summer skincare tips, plus the warm-weather products we swear by.
Tip #1: Lighten Up Your Moisturizer
When it’s hot and humid outside, using a lightweight moisturizer is key to keeping pores decongested and allowing your skin to breathe.
Alastin Restorative Skin Complex is a powerful yet lightweight anti-aging formula containing peptides and antioxidants to help rejuvenate the skin.
Polyacrylate-13: Superior Moisture Retention
Polyacrylate-13 is a versatile polymer that works as an emulsifier. It helps the skin retain moisture, ensuring it stays hydrated and supple throughout the day.
Palmitoyl Peptides: Boost Collagen Production
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, and Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 are bioactive peptides that stimulate collagen production. Increased collagen levels help improve skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and promote a more youthful complexion.
Tip #2: Tighten Up your SPF Routine
Sun protection is vital during the summer months, and EltaMD UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46 provides coverage against both UVA and UVB rays. Key ingredients in this sunscreen include Zinc Oxide, Vitamin E, and Sodium Hyaluronate.
Zinc Oxide: A Mineral Sunscreen Powerhouse
Zinc Oxide is a mineral sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by reflecting, scattering, and absorbing UVA and UVB rays. It’s gentle on the skin and less likely to cause irritation, making it suitable for sensitive skin types.
Vitamin E: Antioxidant Protection
Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that helps protect the skin from free radicals caused by environmental stressors, such as UV rays and pollution. It also has moisturizing properties and helps to soothe and calm irritated skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate: Deep Hydration
Sodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the skin that helps retain moisture. It can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it an excellent hydrating ingredient for parched skin.
ISDIN Mineral Brush offers a novel approach to sun protection, allowing you to touch up your SPF throughout the day with a convenient and portable powder brush. This mineral-based powder provides an additional layer of protection against harmful UV rays, ensuring your skin remains safe from sun damage.
Tip #3: Bump up Your Exfoliation
SkinMedica Even & Correct Brightening Treatment Pads are designed to help improve skin texture and tone while addressing hyperpigmentation. The key ingredients in these pads are Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide, and Glycolic Acid.
Tranexamic Acid: Fade Hyperpigmentation
Tranexamic Acid is a powerful ingredient known for its ability to reduce hyperpigmentation and improve skin tone. It helps to diminish dark spots and discoloration, resulting in a more even and radiant complexion.
Niacinamide: Multifaceted Skincare Superstar
Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is a powerful skincare ingredient with a wide range of benefits. It helps to improve skin elasticity, reduce redness and inflammation, and minimize the appearance of enlarged pores. In addition, niacinamide can help to balance oil production and strengthen the skin's barrier, making it an excellent choice for summertime skincare.
Glycolic Acid: Exfoliation for a Brighter Complexion
Glycolic Acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that works as an effective exfoliant to remove dead skin cells and reveal a brighter, more even-toned complexion. Regularly using glycolic acid can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.
Final Thoughts on Summer-izing Your Skincare
Adjusting your skincare routine for the warmer months is essential for maintaining healthy, youthful-looking skin. Incorporate Alastin Restorative Skin Complex, UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46, ISDIN Mineral Brush, and SkinMedica Even & Correct Brightening Treatment Pads into your daily regimen to experience the benefits of their powerful, science-backed ingredients. With a focus on exfoliation, lighter moisturizers, and enhanced sun protection, you can enjoy radiant, even-toned skin all summer long.
Resources
“All About Sunscreen.” The Skin Cancer Foundation, 9 Aug. 2022, www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-prevention/sun-protection/sunscreen/.
Levin, Jacqueline, and Saira B Monmin. “How Much Do We Really Know About Our Favorite Cosmeceutical Ingredients?” The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, vol. 3, no. 2, Feb. 2010, pp. 22–41.
Papakonstantinou, Eleni, et al. “Hyaluronic Acid: A Key Molecule in Skin Aging.” Dermato-Endocrinology, vol. 4, no. 3, 2012, pp. 253–258, https://doi.org/10.4161/derm.21923.
Rizvi, Saliha, et al. “The Role of Vitamin E in Human Health and Some Diseases.” Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal, vol. 14, no. 2, May 2014, pp. 157–165.
Sharad, Jaishree. “Glycolic Acid Peel Therapy - A Current Review.” Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2013, p. 281, https://doi.org/10.2147/ccid.s34029.
Vashi, N.A., and R.V. Kundu. “Facial Hyperpigmentation: Causes and Treatment.” British Journal of Dermatology, vol. 169, 2013, pp. 41–56, https://doi.org/10.1111/bjd.12536.
