Summer’s rise in temperature also means a rise in skin’s oil production, leaving many of us shiny, sweaty and acne-prone. While drying soaps and astringents may seem like the right choice to treat oily skin, these harsh products actually upset skin’s delicate pH balance, triggering more oil production in the sebaceous glands, further clogging pores. Here are some tips to keep your skin beautiful all summer long.
Detoxify with shower oil. Skin tends to feel oilier in the summer as the body naturally detoxifies in the heat. Using an oil-infused cleanser will help draw out dirt and debris, while still retaining moisture. Instead of a soap-based cleanser, try Sebamed’s Cleansing Shower Oil ($13.95). It’s formulated with avocado oil to hydrate as it cleanses, leaving your skin naturally soft and smooth.
Swap heavy face wash for a cleansing bar. To give your face a matte finish and prevent shine, switch from your heavy liquid face wash to a light, fresh cleansing bar. Sebamed Clear Face Cleansing Bar ($8.99) gently cleanses without the use of soap or alkalines to regulate oil production and prevent pimples.
Trade astringent for a balancing toner. Toner is a great way to remove excess sebum, oil and dirt not washed away with a cleanser without drying out the skin, as alcohol-based astringents can. Apply Sebamed Clear Face Deep Cleansing Facial Toner ($14.95) to a cotton pad and smooth evenly over the face to draw out oil from the pores and prevent breakouts.
Moisturize with a lighter face cream. Using heavy moisturizers in the summer can clog pores, cause breakouts and leave you feeling weighed down. To help prevent shine and acne, try something subtle like Sebamed’s Moisturizing Cream ($12.99), which uses a quick-absorbing lightweight formula infused with Vitamin E to protect the skin against free radicals.
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