How to get your skin glowing as temperatures soar: Dermatologist shares heatwave complexion boosts- including switching to a water-based moisturiser and treating the skin under your sunglasses
- Dr Murad is a board certified dermatologist and founder of Murad Skincare
- Recommends changing skincare routine in summer using lighter products
- Shares tips from exfoliating regularly to eating raw veg and combatting ‘bacne’
With the recent spell of warm weather showing little sign of moving on just yet, it feels like summer has come early.
With the change of season on the horizon, it’s not just our wardrobes that will be in need of a switch up – our skincare regime also requires some adapting.
Hotter temperatures and drier air inevitably has an impact on our skin. According to Dr Murad, a board certified dermatologist and founder of Murad Skincare, it will benefit from lighter formulas and antioxidant-rich products.
Speaking to FEMAIL, the expert shares his top tips for changing up your skincare routine from spring to summer.
With the change of season on the horizon, it’s not just our wardrobes that will be in need of a switch up – our skincare regime also needs adapting. Pictured: stock image
Switch to a lightweight moisturiser
Weather that is a little drier in the spring can zap moisture from the skin, requiring a heavier moisturiser to replenish it.
But as the weather starts to get warmer in the summer months, your body naturally produces more oil.
That means it’s better able to hydrate itself, so it’s wise to switch to a lighter, water-based formula.
Doing so will reduce breakouts as you’re not clogging up your pores.
Incorporate antioxidants
The skin can experience sensitivity and irritation during summer due to the spike in allergens.
Look out for products that contain plenty of antioxidants, like vitamin C, to protect the skin and combat free radicals.
Vitamin C will also help to brighten the skin, reduce pigmentation and protect the skin from aggressors during the day such as UV rays and pollution.
Murad’s new Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum contains a vitamin C complex which features three types, including gold-stabilised l’ascorbic acid, for 55 per cent more powerful antioxidant protection.
Exfoliate regularly
For smoother, radiant summer skin it’s important to up your exfoliation game.
As the weather heats up we are more prone to a build up of perspiration and impurities on the skin due to increasing temperatures and a humid environment.
This creates a perfect environment for bacteria to thrive and potentially clog pores.
Regular exfoliation lifts the film of dead skin to give you a fresher, brighter and more youthful-looking complexion.
Stay hydrated by eating raw veg
It’s a simple remedy, but for maximum hydration when it’s hot, make sure you’re drinking enough water.
Aim to replace at least one glass of water a day with one serving of raw fruits or vegetables – this will help you to stay hydrated significantly longer.
Eating foods that are rich in structured water, especially raw fruits and vegetables, will not only help your body hold onto water longer, but you’ll get the added boost of important antioxidants, fibre and other nutrients.
Give the eye area some extra TLC
Now it’s getting brighter, you may be wearing sunglasses more often to protect your eyes from glaring UV rays.
Where the glasses touch the skin can lead to blocked pores with prolonged wear, especially in warmer temperatures when you’re also perspiring.
When you’re washing your face at night, make sure you take extra care to cleanse the eye area to reduce blocked pores.