Summer brings sunshine, beach days, and good vibes, but can also take a toll on your skin. Heat, humidity, and sun exposure can quickly dehydrate your skin, leaving it dull and tired-looking. That’s why a summer skincare routine focused on hydration is essential to keeping your complexion glowing all season long.
Here are five tried-and-true tips to help you maintain plump, radiant skin through the summer months!
1. Hydrate from Within
Beautiful skin starts with what you put inside your body. Aim for at least 2 litres of water daily to help your skin retain moisture and flush out toxins. Add hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumber, and leafy greens to your diet as these are rich in water and antioxidants, which give your skin an extra boost from within.
2. Exfoliate Gently, But Regularly
Exfoliating is key to removing dead skin cells that can clog pores and dull your complexion. In summer, gentle exfoliation helps your skincare products absorb better and keeps your skin smooth and glowing. Opt for a mild exfoliant 1–2 times a week. Avoid over-exfoliating, especially if your skin is sensitive or sun-exposed, as it can lead to irritation.
3. Treat Your Skin with GLIST Sheet Masks
When your skin needs an instant hydration boost or targeted care, GLIST sheet masks are your ultimate summer skincare companions. Each mask is designed to deliver concentrated ingredients straight to your skin, giving you that fresh, dewy glow with minimal effort.
- Ultra Hydro Plumping Mask: deeply hydrates and plumps dry, sun-stressed skin.
- Anti-Wrinkle Mask: firms and smooths the skin with collagen-boosting ingredients.
- Instant Rescue Mask: calms irritation and restores the skin barrier fast.
Use any of these masks 2–3 times a week, depending on your skin’s needs. Pop them in the fridge before use for a cooling, spa-like experience that feels amazing after a day in the sun.
4. Use Lightweight, Hydrating Moisturisers
Thick creams can feel suffocating on the skin during the summer. Instead, opt for a lightweight, water-based moisturiser that locks in hydration without clogging pores. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or aloe vera; they attract moisture to the skin and keep it soft and dewy. Apply your moisturiser right after using a sheet mask to help seal in hydration while your skin is still damp.
5. Never Skip Your SPF
Sun exposure is one of the biggest culprits behind dry, ageing skin. Applying a broad-spectrum SPF 50 before stepping outdoors is non-negotiable. UV rays cause sunburns and damage the skin barrier, leading to moisture loss and premature ageing. Make sure to reapply sunscreen every two hours, especially if you're sweating or swimming. Don’t forget often-missed areas like the ears, neck, and hands, they need protection too!
Keeping your skin hydrated, plump, and radiant during the summer doesn’t have to be complicated; a simple yet effective routine will reward you with a healthy summer glow all season long.