Your skin deserves a summer game plan, too!
Summer in Arizona is no joke! Between triple-digit temperatures, sweat, pool days, and all the dirt kicked up in the monsoons your skin works overtime this time of year. Instead of scaling back your skincare routine, make a few simple adjustments to help your skin stay healthy, hydrated, and glowing all season long.
Hydrate Smarter, Not Less
One of the biggest summer skincare myths is that oily skin doesn’t need moisturizer. The truth is, heat and sun exposure can actually leave your skin dehydrated. When that happens, your skin often responds by producing even more oil, leading to clogged pores and unwanted breakouts.
Whatever skin type, we have a moisturizer that will suite your skin type. From our Telomere Intensive Moisturizer to our Botanical Quench Moisturizer, (great for more acne-prone skin) we’ve got you covered!
Your Summer Power Duo: Vitamin C + SPF
If there’s one skincare combo I recommend all summer long, it’s Vitamin C and sunscreen.
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps brighten your complexion while defending your skin against free radicals caused by UV rays and environmental stress. Think of it as giving your sunscreen a little backup. While SPF helps prevent sun damage, Vitamin C helps your skin recover from everyday environmental exposure.
Our Brilliance Antioxidant Serum pairs great with sunscreen (our personal favorite is Tizo SPF available is Sleekskin®) for the ultimate UV-defending duo.
Don’t Skip Your Cleanser
Summer means more sweat, more sunscreen, and more time outside, which also means more buildup on your skin. Cleansing morning and night with a gentle cleanser removes dirt, oil, and sunscreen without disrupting your skin’s natural barrier. Our Sunny Citrus Cleanser is the perfect choice for just this thanks to its foamy consistency.
Cleansing your face thoroughly doesn’t just keep the dirt and grime build up at bay. It also allows you to wash away any skincare from the night before that might not mix well with the sun like retinols.
SPF Is Still Your BFF
One application of sunscreen in the morning isn’t enough, especially during an Arizona summer. Heat, sweat, and everyday activity gradually break down your SPF, making reapplication every two hours essential when you’re outdoors.
And don’t stop at your face! Your neck, chest, ears, and hands are often the first places to show signs of premature aging because they’re easy to forget.
Be sure to stock up on tinted, non-tinted or both here at Sleekskin® during your next facial!
Debbie’s Summer Tip
Healthy skin isn’t about having a shelf full of products. It’s about using the right products consistently. A few small seasonal changes can make a big difference in keeping your skin healthy, protected, and glowing all summer long. Not sure what products work best for your skin? Never hesitate to ask during your next facial! We can set up a personalized treatment plan, just for your skin goals.
Now here’s to healthy skin and plenty of sunshine… just don’t forget your SPF!