We know what you’re thinking. The winters just got over, and it was almost raining yesterday. And now, summers are already here. Don’t worry! While summer does have its effects on the skin, there’s a good side to it too. Slip into your favourite shorts and go hit the beach! And when you come back, we’ve got the perfect summer skincare routine ready for you to go crazy over. Before we identify your kind of skincare routine for summer, let’s understand the effect of this season on the skin.

Effect of Summers On The Skin

Summers make the skin moist and sweaty. They trigger the sebaceous glands to produce more than the usual amount of sebum, making the skin oily. Oily skin clogs pores and results in the buildup of dirt and germs. This leads to acne, blackheads and whiteheads. To make these skincare woes go away, we’ve created a natural summer skincare routine, which you can use throughout this season. For starters, your skincare products for summer should always include ingredients, which can protect you from intense sun damage and tanning. 

Your Very Own Summer Skincare Routine

Has the summer been very harsh on your gentle skin? Put it all in place with this handy summer skincare routine-

• Cleanse Well- It goes without saying that your summer skin routine should start off with a herbal and gentle cleanser. Since the skin becomes very oily and greasy due to all the summer sweat, it’s important to cleanse well and remove all the dirt. If you want your skin to get a touch of organic goodness, you should rinse it with the Coco Soul Revitalizing Face Wash. Enriched with the superior power of gotukala, neem and virgin king coconut oil, this product forms an essential part of your skincare routine for summer, and leaves you with fresh and clean skin.

• Exfoliate Thoroughly- Summers greatly affect your pores by leaving them dirty and clogged. Sure, cleansing does help in removing some dirt, but for deeper cleaning of the pores, you need to exfoliate your skin two to three times every week. Be it in the day, or as a part of your summer night skin care routine, exfoliation is an essential! For some post cleansing exfoliation, squeeze out a bit of the Coco Soul Natural Face Scrub and gently rub onto your face. Powered by the organic goodness of sandalwood, virgin king coconut oil and venivel, this 100% vegan face scrub will be amongst those skincare products for summer that you definitely don’t want to miss out on!

• Protect Yourself From the Sun- Summers bring with them some intense sunlight, making your skin much more prone to sun damage than usual. A reliable SPF should definitely be on your list of skincare products for the summer. They keep you hydrated for a long time. Remember to use a sunscreen with broad spectrum application in your natural summer skincare routine. SPF 30 and above is good enough for the summers. Apply sunscreen carefully on all parts of your body, including the neck, ears and lips. These parts get easily missed out but are equally susceptible to sun damage. A good sunscreen can also serve as an effective moisturiser to soothe dry summer skin.

• Toner- Whether you’re following it in the day, or doing a summer night skin care routine, your skincare products for summer should definitely include a toner. Post exfoliation, your pores are open and can attract further dirt. A good toner not only hydrates dull summer skin, but also shuts off these pores and prevents further dirt from getting in the way. In your summer skin routine, you should incorporate a cooling and soothing toner, which calms parched summer skin. You can use rosewater or cucumber water as a toner in summers.Visit this blog for more cues on how to build an ayurvedic skincare regimen.

Home Remedies In Your Skincare Routine For Summer

You may be using some pretty great skincare products for summers to make your skin hydrated and healthy. However, sometimes the skin needs some natural home remedies along with these skincare products. Let’s look at a few interesting face packs, ideally suited for the summer, which you can easily make at home-

1. Sandalwood And Almond Oil- Sandalwood makes your complexion radiant and almond oil helps in relaxing and rejuvenating your skin. Hence this face pack is perfect for your summer skincare routine.
   
   Method: To make this summer face pack, prepare a paste of sandalwood and add a few drops of almond oil to it, depending on your skin’s requirements. Mix these together and apply it to your skin. Allow it to sit for around 20 minutes, and then wash it off with lukewarm water.
   
2. Coffee and Lemon- Lemons are enriched with the citrusy power of Vitamin C, which helps you get glowing skin. Pair this with coffee, and you have a great, exfoliating face pack ready.
   
   Method: To use this for your summer skincare routine, mix one tablespoon each of coffee with lemon juice and make it into a smooth paste. Mix it and remove all the lumps. Apply this paste to your skin and keep it for 15 minutes, after which you can gently rinse it off.
   
   
3. Papaya- Along with it’s natural exfoliating properties, papaya helps in removing excess dirt and oil from the skin. Add a few other ingredients to the mix, and you’ve got a great summer solution right there.
   
   Method: To apply this summer face pack, take a freshly mashed papaya and mix it with some sandalwood and fuller’s earth. Apply the paste to your skin for about 20 minutes, after which you can wash it off to get clean and glowing skin.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What skincare products should I use in the summer?
   

   You should use some organic and gentle ingredients to soothe dry summer skin. Coco Soul’s diverse range of face washes, face scrubs and oils give life to your parched summer skin and replenish it with an organic dose of ingredients. They’re also suitable for all skin types, and will provide relief to your summer skin.
   
   

2. How can I change my skincare routine in the summer?

   You don’t have to make any major changes to your summer skincare routine, as it’s almost the same as any kind of skincare routine, but you can treat your summer skin better by cleansing your skin more often, and applying more SPF. It also helps to include an antioxidant rich diet, along with products which contain more of Vitamin C and retinol in them.
   
   

3. What kind of moisturiser should I use in the summer?

   Since your skin tends to become very oily in the summer, avoid very heavy or creamy moisturisers. You should use a moisturiser with a thinner and lighter consistency. Use something that is non-comedogenic, non-acnegenic and doesn’t clog your pores. It’s also useful to use a moisturiser which doubles up as a sunscreen, to protect yourself from maximum sun damage.
   
   Summers are just around the corner and it’s always great to stay prepared and ready. Find out what works for your skin and give it some nourishing and natural treatment. Coco Soul’s organic collection of skincare products are designed for all skin types. Choose yours today!