The 10 Best Summer Beauty Essentials, According to Skin Type.

Everything has its benefits and drawbacks, and the same goes for the summer season. However, with rising pollution and global warming, the disadvantages of summer seem to outweigh its benefits. Summer brings beach days and vacations, but it also comes with excessive heat, humidity, and sweat and these factors that can create chaos on your skin. Whether you have oily, dry, combination, or sensitive skin, selecting the right skincare products is essential to keep your complexion fresh, hydrated, and protected. 

Here are the 10 best summer beauty essentials based on skin type to help you achieve a healthy, radiant glow all season long.

Things to Keep in Mind During Summer

• Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
• Try not to go outside between 12 AM and 4 PM.
• Reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours.
• Wash your face before going to bed to remove makeup and dirt.

Precautions for Summer Skincare

• Use a non-comedogenic moisturiser to avoid breakouts.
• Use natural skincare products. 
• Choose alcohol-free toners to prevent skin dehydration.
• Apply aloe vera gel for sunburn relief.
• Don’t skip sunscreen, even on cloudy days.

Summer Skincare Routine

Morning Routine:

1. Gentle Cleanser – For summer essentials you should use a gentle cleanser to start your daytime skincare routine. Choose a gel based cleanser with ingredients like or green tea to control excess oily skin. Glycerin and ceramides for dry skin. Turmeric or neem oil for sensitive skin

2. Hydrating Toner – Toner is essential in summers as it helps remove excess oil, sweat, and impurities. Toner keeps the skin fresh and balanced. It also tightens pores and provides a cooling effect. Choose a toner with niacinamide to control sebum for oily skin.Hyaluronic acid and rose water for dry skin people. Hyaluronic acid and ginger for sensitive skin people.

3. Moisturiser for Face – A lightweight, non greasy moisturiser for face is necessary in summers to keep the skin hydrated without clogging pores. It helps in preventing dryness caused by sun exposure. Ingredients like Manjistha and Lactobascillus ferment is good for oily skin. Ceramides and  Hyaluronic acid are good for dry skin. For Sensitive Skin look for like allantoin and Vitamin E

4. Sunscreen  A broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher is essential in summers to protect the skin from harmful UV rays. It prevents sunburn, premature aging, and hyperpigmentation while reducing the risk of skin cancer. For Oily skin choose oil-free sunscreen with niacinamide. A hydrating sunscreen with SPF 50+, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid works best for dry skin people. Sunscreen with niacinamide and titanium dioxide would be best for sensitive skin people..

Night Routine:

• You can follow the same daytime routine at night, except for the sunscreen step. 
• At night, you can use a good night cream that will repair your skin overnight. 
• Additionally, you can use an exfoliator twice a week. The exfoliator will remove dead skin cells that tend to accumulate due to excess oil or sweat during the summer.

Night Cream:

It is essential as it supports the skin’s natural repair process while you sleep. It promotes cell regeneration and collagen production. For oily skin people, night cream with bakuchi and ceramides works best. For dry skin, a richer day night cream with ceramides and hyaluronic acid deeply hydrates the skin. Night cream with hydrolysed silk and ceramides works best for sensitive skin people.

Exfoliator

In summers, excessive sweating and pollution can make our skin dull. Due to excess sweating our skin builds up dead skin cells. This accumulation of dead skin can cause various skin problems. To prevent this, you should exfoliate your skin twice a week. A gentle exfoliant with Alpha Arbutin scrub helps control oil. Hydrating ingredients like glycerin ensures gentle exfoliation for dry skin people. A with Alpha Arbutin, oatmeal, and chamomile gently exfoliates the skin for sensitive skin people.

Homemade Remedies for Summer Skincare

• Cooling Cucumber Face Pack  

Ingredients:

• 1 fresh cucumber and 2 tablespoons of yogurt
  

Steps to Prepare and Apply:

• Grate the Cucumber.
  
• Blend with Yogurt and make  a smooth paste.
  
• Apply this onto your face and leave it on for 15 minutes to allow the skin to absorb the cooling properties.
  
• Wash off with lukewarm water and pat dry.
• Aloe Vera & Honey Mask 

Ingredients Needed:

• 2 tablespoons of fresh Aloe Vera Geland 1 tablespoon of Honey

Steps to Prepare and Apply:

• Combine aloe vera gel and honey in a bowl, stirring until you get a smooth consistency.
  
• Apply evenly spread the mixture on your face and neck using clean fingers or a brush.
  
• Let it sit for 15-20 minutes to allow the skin to absorb the nutrients.
  
• Wash off with lukewarm water.
  
• Rose Water & Lemon Toner 

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 tablespoon of Lime Juice and 2 tablespoons of Rose Water

Steps to Prepare and Apply:

• Mix rose water and lemon juice in a small bowl.
  
• Pour the mixture into a spray bottle or apply it using a cotton pad.
  
• Gently dab or spray it onto your clean face, avoiding the eye area.
  
• Allow it to dry naturally or follow up with a moisturiser.
• Oatmeal & Milk Scrub 

Ingredients Needed:

• 2 tablespoons of Oatmeal and 2 tablespoons of Milk 

Steps to Prepare and Apply:

• Mix oatmeal and milk in a bowl to form a thick paste.
  
• Gently massage the mixture onto your face and neck in circular motions for 2-3 minutes.
  
• Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the skin to absorb nutrients.
  
• Rinse with lukewarm water.
• Turmeric & Yogurt Face Pack 

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 tablespoon of Yogurt, half teaspoon of Turmeric Powder and 1 teaspoon of Honey.

Steps to Prepare and Apply:

• In a bowl, combine yogurt and turmeric powder. Add honey.
  
• Stir until you get a smooth and consistent mixture.
  
• Gently spread the face pack over your clean face and neck.
  
• Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  
• Wash with lukewarm water.

Diet Tips for Healthy Skin in Summer

• Eat hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumber, and oranges.
• Avoid excessive sugar and fried foods to prevent acne breakouts.
• Include antioxidant-rich foods like berries, spinach, and nuts.
• Drink coconut water to balance electrolytes and prevent dehydration.
• Consume yogurt and probiotic-rich foods to maintain gut health.