Stay Glowing and Protected: Essential Summer Skincare Tips
It’s the glorious time of year when the sun starts shining, our bags get packed for distant lands, and we start spending more time outdoors. I love it! I’m an outdoor gal at heart and would spend every hour outside if I had my way.
Vitamin D is essential to our health, especially our skin health, and there is so much research to show that being immersed in nature and out in the fresh air is incredibly healthy for our bodies and minds. Summer can be tough on your skin, with increased exposure to UV rays, heat, and humidity. Too much sun exposure is bad for our skin, hence why it is so important to have a skincare routine, no matter what your skin type may be!
From your skin's perspective, there are a few things we know we should be doing but as the heady summer days set in sometimes we forget that we are human so here are my sun-smart essentials for your skincare routine this summer.
1) Cover up where you can
Whether your skin type is sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, dry skin, or combination skin, you need to ensure you look after your skin health this Summer. A good skincare routine and sun protection is key! Wearing a hat and sunglasses when you are out makes a huge difference to your skin. Over the last few years increased pigmentation has become commonplace and I noticed a huge difference in my pigmentation last year when I started running. If I ran without a hat I would have a line of pigmentation across my forehead. So hats are a super way to stay sun-smart for your skin this Summer.
Good sunglasses are also a must for me, to protect the delicate eye area from sun exposure but to also help our eyes adjust to the sun and minimise squinting. People with concerns around their eye area such as fine lines and wrinkles will tend to buy lots of different eye creams to help reverse the problem which is easier to prevent by wearing sunglasses on a bright day. If pigmentation is an issue for you the Ella & Jo Plump & Protect Hydrating Day Cream has a thyrozine inhibitor which helps to slough away pigmentation while also protecting your skin from sun damage.
2) SPF every day making sure you are wearing a broad spectrum SPF
UVA & UVB which will protect the building blocks of your skins health, tone and elasticity (avoiding drooping jaw, lids & nasolabial lines before we need to) include your neck, chest, and hands. Over the last few years with more and more of us wearing a good quality SPF every day, but a lot of us forget these areas, and these areas need protection from sun damage too. It shows in the product trends coming down the line from increased neck & décolletage firming cream searches and sales have increased by 300%
3) Topping up your SPF throughout the day
Ella and Jo recommend using SPF daily for skin protection from sun exposure. And not just in the summer months! Also, once a day just isn’t enough sun protection. The Ella and Jo Invisible SPF Mist was created to protect your skin on the go and the best part is it can be used over your makeup!!! It’s a genius skincare product! Unlike heavy sun creams that can feel greasy and clog your pores during the summer months, this lightweight SPF absorbs quickly and it won’t upset your makeup. Our SPF will protect your skin from sun exposure so you are free to go and enjoy the glorious sun when it appears while being sun-safe.
4) Hydration is Key
During the summer months, the heat can strip your skin of moisture, leaving you with tight and dry skin. Keeping your skin hydrated is essential, and Ella & Jo’s Hydrating Hyaluronic Serum is your ultimate solution. This serum is enriched with hyaluronic acid to retain moisture, ensuring your skin stays plump and hydrated!
If you're looking for a product that gives the skin that extra boost of radiance and hydration, Ella & Jo's Hydrating Exfoliating Cleanser is the product for you. This cleanser gently exfoliates and removes dead skin cells while providing deep hydration, helping to remove dead skin cells and reveal a brighter complexion.
Who doesn’t dream of glowing skin this Summer? With these summer skincare tips, you’ll enjoy radiant and healthy skin every day. So, let’s soak up the sunshine, and let your skin sparkle all summer long!
Enjoy every minute x
Niamh
