Summer is a wonderful time of sun, sea, and outdoor life, but it’s also a period when your skin and hair need extra care. Heat, UV radiation, chlorine, and salt can dry out your skin and damage your hair. However, with the right care, you can keep looking radiant—from head to toe. What’s important?
Exfoliate for radiant skin
Regular exfoliation is the best way to remove dead skin cells, brighten the skin, and achieve an even, long-lasting tan. It also allows moisturizers and aftersun products to absorb better.
Face:
Give your skin a gentle exfoliation two to three times a week. And don’t forget your lips!
Body:
Pay special attention to rough areas like your feet, elbows, and knees. Especially in summer, when walking barefoot and wearing open shoes promotes the formation of calluses. You can remove excess hardened skin daily with a lava stone.
Tips:
- Do not exfoliate right before sun exposure; your skin will be more sensitive.
- Never exfoliate sunburned skin. Wait until it has calmed down.
Aloe vera gel refreshes and soothes the skin and is an ideal aftersun, even for children.
Hair Removal with Care
Underarms:
High temperatures often cause excessive sweating, which can lead to itching, irritation, or unpleasant odors. Having hair-free underarms helps prevent these issues. Do you have sensitive skin? Carefully trim the hair or use the Mud Zero depilatory cream, which gently cares for the skin. Use an aluminum-free deodorant and soothe irritated skin with aloe vera gel.
Bikini Line:
Preferably remove hair from the bikini line the night before going to the beach. Direct exposure to the sun, salt water, and chlorine can irritate freshly shaved or waxed skin, causing itching, bumps, or ingrown hairs. The Mud Zero depilatory cream gently removes unwanted hair while caring for sensitive skin.
Hydration: Essential in Summer
After showering or exfoliating, moisturizing is essential. Sun, wind, and water can dry out the skin, causing tightness and itching.
Daily Use:
- Apply a day cream to your face, neck, and décolleté every morning. Preferably choose a light, water-based moisturizer.
- Cleanse your skin thoroughly every night and use a refreshing toner in the morning.
- At night, apply a nourishing cream with active ingredients like glycerin or shea butter to maintain hydration and combat signs of aging.
- Once a week, use a facial mask suited to your skin type to keep it balanced.
Additional Tips:
Drink between 2 and 2.5 liters of good-quality water daily to hydrate your skin from within.
Eat a healthy and varied diet. Fruits and vegetables are full of antioxidants that protect and beautify the skin.
Summer Hair Care: Protect and Repair
Sun, sea, and chlorine can make your hair dull, dry, and brittle. Proper hair care helps prevent damage and keeps it healthy all summer long.
Tips for Healthy Hair in Summer:
- Wear a hat, cap, or turban to protect yourself from the sun.
- Avoid chemical treatments such as dyes, bleaching, or perms during the summer months.
- If you have long hair, tie it up in a bun and try to keep your head out of the water when swimming.
- Before swimming, rinse your hair with clean water or apply a leave-in hair oil or serum to seal the hair cuticle.
- Rinse off salt and sand thoroughly after the beach, and wash your hair twice with a gentle shampoo.
- Follow with a nourishing mask or conditioner to hydrate hair, ease detangling, and prevent static.
Don’t forget to care from within:
Eat fresh, varied, and colorful foods, and drink plenty of water to strengthen your hair from the inside out.
Enjoy Summer Worry-Free
With the right care routine and products tailored to your needs, you can keep your skin soft and hydrated while protecting your hair from sun, salt, and chlorine. Give yourself a little extra care every day... and let your skin and hair shine all summer long.
