5 Tips to Stay Cool Under the Summer Heat
As the colder months fade away, the warmer days are just around the corner. All the summer activities we’ve been dying to do are now within reach, it’s essential to enjoy ourselves while staying safe. Here are our top five tips to help you stay cool during the hot months ahead!
Tip #1: Stay Sun Smart 😎
No matter the weather - rain or shine, it’s VERY important to wear sunscreen. You might be thinking; “Rain? There is no way we need sunscreen when it's not that sunny.” Think again! 80% of UV rays can still penetrate through clouds so get ready to protect your skin.
To prevent sun damage to our very precious skin we ALL must do what we’ve been taught in school and wear sunscreen (slip, slop, slap and wrap!) ☀️ You can find our range of sunscreen here ; you’ll be spoilt for choice.
If you’re stuck and don’t know where to start, the SKIN1004 Sun Serum is my personal favourite sunscreen. This sun serum is a non-nano chemical sunscreen that leaves my skin feeling moisturised and looking oh-so-dewy! It’s lightweight formula gives my skin breathability while still being protected. Just remember to re-apply every 2 to 4 hours, and more often if you’re out sweating or at the beach.
Tip #2: Pack on the Toner Pads
The extra heat in the air during the warmer months can readily drain the moisture from your skin. That’s where toner pads come in! They’re designed to prepare your skin for the next following skincare steps in your routine, but they are more than just that. Hello duality!
If the heat has you feeling flushed, use toner pads like a sheet mask. You’ll experience a wave of hydration that leaves your skin feeling revitalised and rejuvenated 💦 Toner pads aren’t just great hydrators, they’re also great exfoliators. When your skin is exposed to higher temperatures in summer, your skin is more prone to breakouts and clogged pores. Toner pad's exfoliating magic works to get rid of dead skin cells, sweat and dirt before you even notice them!
To enhance your moisture barrier, try Mixsoon's Bifida Toner Pad. Its key ingredient, Bifida Ferment Lysate, protects the skin from external stressors, nourishing your skin during the hotter months! Not to mention, these pads help to boost elasticity and refine texture to take care of summer’s enlarging pores.
Tip #3: Skin Mist to Feel Extra Cool 💧
As soon as your skin is exposed to heat, it needs to cool down. When you’re overheated, your body works hard to cool itself down by sweating but this means you lose fluids. Incorporating a cool-down routine after heat exposure can enhance your skin’s recovery, helping to restore balance and hydration.
A great way to give your skin immediate refreshment is with a mist. The atomiser provides a refreshing feeling that instantly relieves heat and sunburns. Not only that, they are filled with hydrators to keep your skin healthy.
Try the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Water Mist to restore icy cold hydration to your skin. Hyaluronic Acid is vital for your skin health! This ingredient not only keeps your skin dewy and supple, but prompts your body to supply the necessary collagen and elastin. These are exactly what keeps your skin strong.
Tip #4: Put Your Skincare in the Fridge 🥶
The cooling sensation of chilled skincare on the face feels so satisfying but it's also great for inflamed skin that's spent a minute (or five) too long in the sun.
Just like toner pads and skin mists, chilled skincare can provide instant relief to sun-exposed skin. Storing gel-textured products especially will work wonders 🧊
The Isntree Aloe Soothing Gel #Fresh is an amazing product to put in the fridge because it’s already soothing and hydrating properties will amplify in cold temperatures. If you’re looking for a refresher that ensures quick absorption, without a sticky finish, this aloe gel is your best bet!
Tip #5: Cleanse Skin Twice a Day 🧼
Make sure you’re cleansing your skin twice a day to eliminate the grime that clings on during your day-to-day life. Dirt and oil can build up and clog your pores which make it harder for your skincare routine to penetrate through and do its job. It’s also what causes blackheads and enlarged pores!
If you’ve got sunscreen you need to wash off (which you should ALL do), double cleanse with an oil cleanser to help remove sunscreen. Then, follow it up with whatever your preferred cleanser is; gel, milk, oil, water, whipped or foam! 🍦
My personal favourite cleansing duo is the Celimax Cleansing Oil and the Round Lab Cleansing Milk. I adore using these two products in my nightly routine. The Celimax Oil Cleanser is a go-to simply because I love the lightweight, watery texture; it glides effortlessly over my skin and leaves it feeling hydrated, without any oily residue. I then follow it up with the Round Lab cleanser. The milky formula is incredibly soothing and gentle - just what I need to avoid that uncomfortable tightness after cleansing.
Now that you’ve made it to the end of our tips to stay cool under the summer heat, we wish you a very safe and protected journey through the hotter months. Remember to stay hydrated so you can have the best summer yet!
Bye Beauties x
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