Skin often requires a little extra TLC to stay healthy and radiant throughout Summer with its intense UV rays, heat and humidity. In this blogpost, we unveil the ultimate – naturally effective – Summer skin savers to keep you glowing throughout the season.
1. Sunscreen: Your Shield Against UV Damage
No Summer skincare routine is complete without the essential step of applying sunscreen. With the intense sun exposure in Australia and New Zealand, choosing a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF is paramount.
Be sure to reapply every two hours, especially if you're swimming or sweating. Protecting your skin from harmful UV rays not only prevents sunburn but also reduces the risk of long-term damage and premature aging.
Biotulin® UV30
Daily Skin Protection Cream
Biotulin® UV30 Daily Skin Protection Cream is a natural, skin-smoothing day cream with broad-spectrum UVA and UVB SPF30 protection. Plant-derived Squalane ensures non-greasy finish. No white cast. Vegan. Made in Germany.
KOSHO
Smart Protection Cream
KOSHO Smart Protection Cream is a natural, skin-smoothing day cream with highest antioxidants from Matcha extract and natural UV-protection of Ectoin extract (equivalent to approx. SPF15) Vegan, made in Switzerland.
2. Lightweight Hydration: Quenching Your Skin's Thirst
Summer temperatures can lead to increased perspiration, potentially leaving your skin dehydrated. Opt for lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturisers to keep your skin adequately hydrated without feeling greasy.
Ingredients like hyaluronic acid and plant-derived Squalane as in Biotulin® Daynite24+ Cream work wonders in maintaining your skin's natural moisture balance, ensuring a fresh and supple complexion without a greasy finish.
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Biotulin®
Daynite24+ Cream
Natural moisturiser based on original skin-smoothing ingredients of Biotulin® Supreme Skin Gel with hyaluronic acid, shea butter and plant-derived squalane for non-greasy hydration. Vegan, made in Germany.
3. Exfoliation: Buff Away the Old, Reveal the New
Exfoliation is the key to achieving that coveted summer glow. Remove dead skin cells and unclog pores with a gentle exfoliant, promoting cell turnover and revealing a smoother, more radiant complexion.
However, be mindful not to overdo it, as excessive exfoliation can lead to irritation. Aim for 1-2 times a week to strike the right balance.
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KOSHO
Multi-Effect Peeling
KOSHO Multi-Effect Peeling with (biodegradable) micro-particles of rice and bamboo, this innovative oil-gel formulation is suitable even for sensitive skin, revealing a brighter, more radiant complexion and leaving skin feeling hydrated and velvety. Vegan, made in Switzerland.
4. Stay Hydrated: Nourishment From Inside Out
While external skincare is crucial, don't forget the importance of internal hydration. With the sun beating down, your body requires more water to stay cool and keep your skin hydrated.
On average we need 2 ½ litres of water per day. Close to 1 litre comes from our food (fresh fruit and veg, but also yoghurt, tofu and soy milk are water rich). So, to avoid dehydration and keep our body balanced, we should drink a at least 1 ½ litre of pure water.
All other drinks like teas, coffee, fruit juices should not replace pure water, as they include other components that can negate the valuable cleansing and detoxifying effects of water.
5. Serums and Antioxidants: Power-Packed Skincare
Enhance your summer skincare routine with antioxidant-rich serums. These powerhouse formulations help combat free radicals, generated by sun exposure, pollution, and other environmental factors.
Vitamin C serums, in particular, can brighten your complexion and provide an added layer of defense against UV damage. However, KOSHO Cosmetic's unique Matcha extract contains an antioxidant considered 100x more potent than Vitamin C.
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KOSHO
Full Hydration Serum
KOSHO's unique Matcha extract contains an antioxidant considered 100x more potent than Vitamin C! Added to KOSHO Full Hydration Serum are four types of hyaluronic acid to smoothen and plumpen skin, Prickly Pear extract to hydrate and Magnolia Berry extract to reduce redness. Vegan. Made in Switzerland.
6. Lip Care With SPF: For Healthy, Cold Sore Free Lips
Lips are often neglected when it comes to sun protection. Invest in quality lip care with SPF to shield your lips from the harsh UV rays. Reapply regularly, especially if you're spending extended periods outdoors.
This not only prevents sunburn on your lips but also reduces the risk of cold sores – for which sun exposure is a common trigger.
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Spirularin®HS
Cold Sore / Lip Cream
Try Spirularin®HS Cream with the naturally effective antimicrobial (incl. antiviral) protection and cell-regenerative properties of Spiralin® microalgae extract, as well as SPF15.
Strong enough to combat cold sores, or extremely dry/cracked lips, but gentle enough as every day care and proactive protection against cold sore outbreaks.
7. Post-Sun Care: Soothe & Repair
Even with the best precautions, sunburns can happen. Aloe vera gel, calamine lotion, and after-sun creams can provide soothing relief and aid in the skin's recovery.
Applying these products immediately after sun exposure helps minimise redness and discomfort while supporting the healing process.
Spirularin® Skin Gel
In case your body got a bit too much sun – lather on some cooling Spirularin® Skin Gel. With the clinically proven cell-regenerative properties of Spiralin® microalgae extract, organic coconut and rosemary oils, this will soothe, calm and regenerate skin in no time.
