We love the long travel days, warm temperatures, and salty waters of summer. However, all of these can wreak serious havoc on our skin. The heat and sun can often leave our skin feeling more dried out than usual. Luckily, there are some easy ways to combat dry summer skin. From prepping your beauty routine ahead of time to taking the right steps after spending time in the sun, keep reading below for the ultimate guide for healthy summer skin.

Always Wear SPF

Even if there’s a case of June gloom where you live, the clouds can’t keep out UV rays. No matter the weather outside, you want to always (and we repeat, always) wear SPF! This is especially true during summer when the sun is out for a few extra hours each day. Putting on a daily sunscreen, or at least foundation with some SPF in it, is the first step to combating dry or burnt summer skin.

Incorporate Beauty Oils

In the colder and wetter months, oils may not be the best thing for your daily skin routine. However, your skin certainly needs the extra moisture in the summer. Start incorporating more beauty oils into your daily routine in order to nourish and support the skin. We love the Suki Suki Brightening Facial Oil because it’s specifically made to fight off harsh UV ray damage that causes age spots and irritation. Made with rosehip oil that’s filled with antioxidants and vitamins, this powerhouse product works to reduce free radical damage, brighten the skin, and improve skin tone, texture, and pigmentation. If you need an extra boost of hydration throughout the day, Suki Suki also offers a Hydrating Facial Mist. Its combination of rose water, papaya effectively hydrates and exfoliate the skin.

Soothe Post-Sun Skin

Nothing says dry skin like a sunburn. If you happen to forget to put on your SPF, soothe sore skin with body butter that will leave your skin feeling hydrated in no time. The Arami Essentials Coconut Ivory Butter delivers an instant dose of moisture, rejuvenating even the dryest of skin. It’s made with shea butter straight from African shea trees, which contains nourishing vitamins and nutrients like olive and vitamin E oils. Not to mention, it smells delicious – the coconut scent couldn’t be more perfect for the season!

Shift the Way You Shower

Yes, your shower practices matter when it comes to skin health. If your skin tends to get ultra-dry during the warmer months, here are a few things you can do. First, shower or bathe with warm instead of hot water. Using overly heated water may contribute to further dryness or irritation. Limit your shower to 10 minutes if possible, then moisturize immediately after washing. However, make sure it’s a moisturizer free of any harsh chemicals or ingredients. We use the Ajali Body & Hair Butter Soufflé because it’s made of naturally soothing ingredients like pure whipped shea and cocoa butter infused with organic essential oils. It’s like dessert for your skin!

Don’t Neglect Your Lips

Now that you’ve got your face and body covered, let’s not forget about that pout! Nothing is worse than chapped, burnt lips. So it’s time to stock up on your favorite balms. The Nokware Lip Butter Set is our go-to. It comes with four deliciously scented and soothing lip butters – Pure & Plain, Honey Vanilla, Wild Berries, and Sweet Mint. We love that they’re easy to pack along on all your travels, and there’s enough to last you all season long.

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