HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO HYDRATE WITHIN INSIDE AND OUT DURING HIGH HEAT

It is always a good idea to prepare your skin for a heat wave - which we are definitely experiencing now. Summer skincare can differ from your usual one, as the body craves more water and the skin tends to be oilier and prone to inflammation. However, keeping your skin hydrated is not the only thing you need to be conscious of.

With each season, your skin faces certain issues, and summer is a particularly crucial time. Although everyone’s skin is a little oilier in summer, it is also prone to dryness, so additional hydration is super important. Be aware that intense sunlight, AC, saltwater, elevated humidity and poor air quality are all damaging factors.

Sun protection is essential

We are all different and each skin type has their own routines; some experience redness, others dry and turn almost white, while dilated pores are also a common issue. Regardless of skin type though, everyone needs sun protection, as damaging rays lead to immature skin ageing and malignant lesions. We recommend applying sunscreen on your face, neck, décolletage and hands several times a day, and the entire body before sunbathing.

Tip: Use an SPF 50 to enjoy the highest protection possible! At BeautyPest Inc. you’ll find amazing solutions: the MBS High Protection Cream SPF 50 provides absolute protection for even the most sensitive skin during intense sun exposure or sunbathing. The collagen regenerating Valmont RESTORING PERFECTION SPF 50 has a similar effect, offering 100% natural protection against UVA, UVB and infrared rays – just like the BR Protection U.V. Corps SPF 25!

Help your skin!

We cannot emphasize enough how important it is to keep your skin hydrated during summer. Using a scrub before applying lotion and sunscreen enhances product absorption and tanning. For moisturizing, we recommend a light texture, water-based lotion that doesn’t leave a sticky film on your skin.

A long bath or spending time in the water sheds the lipids responsible for your skin’s protective barrier. To trigger skin regeneration, we recommend using creams and lotions rich in vitamins and hydrating components.

Tip: The MBR Hydrating & Lifting Toner is a must-have for youthful glow, but you’ll also find the absolute hero product, the Biologique Recherche Crème Hydravit'S moisturizer in our salon.

The importance of internal hydration

Consuming enough water has health benefits and affects your looks, so the fact that dehydration leads to several internal and external issues should not come as a surprise. During the summer season, it’s crucial to consume enough liquid, which would be about 3-3,5 liters of water or unsweetened tea a day, and if you lead an active lifestyle – often walk and do sports - you obviously need more. Plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, light salads with low-fat meat and plant-based or seed-based oils are also ideal summer meals.