5 Simple Skin Care Tips for Summer

Taking care of your skin and enjoying all the joys of the Australian summer is completely achievable - with a little help. Summertime for most people means cranking up the air con, taking time off work in order to travel to the coast, getting active, exercising more and diving into the swimming pool for a refreshing dip. All of this takes its toll on skin.

Remember, attractive, radiant skin is not a given for most people - it must be cultivated over time which will require you to monitor skin, respond to the environment and take the needed steps to look after it. If it sounds like a lot of effort, it doesn't need to be.

#1 Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Our skin needs a certain amount of moisture to maintain its protective barrier and to look good especially if you are exposed to air conditioning at the office or on a flight. So, it is recommended you drink at least 2.5 litres of water per day, which is how much the average person needs to intake. Remember, staying hydrated doesn’t need to be expensive either. Stop paying for bottled water. Simply use a refillable container and fill it with crispy cold tap water.

#2 A healthy lifestyle and beautiful skin go together like hand and glove! Most people could do with cutting down on the consumption of alcohol, sugary foods and fatty snacks, and eating more fresh fruit and vegetables. One other caveat that many people could implement in order to improve their overall health and skin condition is simply establishing a regular sleep pattern.

#3 Get a little sunshine. Summer is the ideal time to tan your skin with more hours of sunshine per day and the strength of the summer sunshine at its peak. It is actually healthy to soak up some sunshine – however, avoid getting sunburnt like the plague! Be sensible and avoid being exposed to prolonged sunshine especially from late morning to mid afternoon when the sun’s rays are at their strongest. Be sure to get adequate sun protection with a nice wide hat, some UV shielding sun lotion and sheltering in the shade.

#4 Wash and bathe your skin daily. Whether your skin is normal, oily, or sensitive it's important that you wash daily and use appropriate skin care products to cleanse the pores and remove the build up of dirt and lotions. This simple step will help keep your skin hydrated so that it looks and feels great.

#5 Have a treatment from a day spa. Who would have thought it? Girls will especially be willing to embrace this skincare tip. A personal skin treatment from a spa or indeed at home is a great way, albeit an expensive way, to give your skin the lift that it needs.

Chesli is dedicated to caring for the health of her skin with the best skin care and body care products. If you're anything like Chesli, you too will want to learn more about skin care and make the most of this summer!