Skincare Routine for Summer - Concerns and DIY

“Rahul, you gotta stop using that bar soap on your face!” I plopped onto the couch next to my brother, who was glued to his phone, probably laughing at cat videos. He looked up, confused. “What’s wrong with my soap? It works.” I rolled my eyes. “It’s drying your skin out, and summer’s here! You’ll look like cracked pavement soon. Let me tell you about a skincare routine for summer. It’s super easy, and your face will love you.” He grinned but leaned in, so I knew he was listening. Summer’s hot and sweaty, so let’s talk about keeping our skin fresh and happy, sis-style.

Why Summer Skincare Matters?

“So Rahul, you go to college by bus, right?”, I asked. “yes di”, he replied. So recall walking to the bus stop, the sun’s beating down, and you’re sweating like crazy. Sounds like your normal day, right? But your skin’s not happy. Summer’s tough on our faces. The heat makes your skin super oily, so you get shiny spots and pimples. The sun’s rays can burn you, leave dark marks, or even cause wrinkles when we’re old. And all that sweat? It mixes with dirt and clogs your pores. 

I learned this the hard way last summer. Remember when I skipped sunscreen on my walk to school and came home redder than a stop sign? Never again. And you’re always griping about your greasy forehead by lunch. That’s your skin begging for help. A good skincare routine for summer keeps your face hydrated, safe from the sun, and not gross. It’s like giving your skin a big thumbs-up.

Ingredients to Use & Skip for Summer Skincare

Alright, brother, let’s talk about what to put on your face and what to ditch. Summer skin needs light, comfy stuff that won’t make you feel sticky. Here’s the deal on what’s good and what’s not.

Ingredients to Use :-

1. Hyaluronic Acid - This is like a big glass of water for your skin. It keeps it moist without being heavy. I use a light serum, and it feels awesome.

2. Amla - It is very effective in keeping the skin bright naturally. It also helps with those dark patches from when you forgot sunscreen. It is rich in vitamin C which is necessary for maintaining skin’s firmness. 

3. Aloe Vera - Got a sunburn? Aloe’s your pal. It cools your skin and feels so good. I keep some in the fridge for hot days.

4. Green Tea - This fights sun damage and keeps your skin chill. Look for it in light moisturizers, it’s super refreshing.

5. Natural Sunscreen (SPF 30 or Higher) - You gotta use this, Rahul. It protects your skin from the sun’s bad rays. I use one that’s not greasy and doesn’t make me look pale.

Ingredients to Skip

1. Thick Oils (like Coconut Oil) - These are fine in winter, but in summer, they’ll clog your pores and make you break out. Use lighter stuff.

2. Alcohol Toners - These dry your skin too much, so it makes extra oil. Bad move. Get non-alcoholic toners that are naturally made. You can try Blue Nectar’s Face mist which comes in two variants - Shubhr Rose Toner Water and Shubhr Vetiver Toner Water.

3. Heavy Creams - That thick lotion you grabbed from Mom? It’s too much for summer. It’ll trap sweat and cause pimples.

4. Smelly Products - Stuff with lots of fragrance can make your skin mad, especially in the sun. Stick to simple, scent-free things.

Quick tip: Check the bottle. If it feels like you’re smearing peanut butter on your face, it’s not for summer. A skincare routine for summer should feel light and easy.

Your Summer Skincare Routine, Step by Step

Don’t groan, Rahul!! This isn’t hard, and it’s not just for girls. A simple skincare routine for summer takes five minutes and makes you look like you’ve got it together. Here’s what I do, and you can copy it.

Morning Routine :-

1. Wash Your Face - Use a gentle cleanser that’s like a gel. It cleans off sweat and oil from sleeping. I like one with tea tree oil, it smells fresh.

2. Tone - Use a toner without alcohol, like one with rose water. It makes your pores smaller and gets your skin ready. Just splash it on.

3. Serum - Put on a light serum with hyaluronic acid or niacinamide. Pat it in, and it soaks right up.

4. Moisturize - Use a light moisturizer that won’t clog your pores. Even your oily skin needs it. Get one with aloe or green tea.

5. Sunscreen - Put on SPF 30 or higher. Use it every day, and put more on if you’re outside a lot. I like one that’s not sticky.

Evening Routine :- 

1. Wash Again - Clean your face to get rid of sunscreen, sweat, and dirt. If you wore a lot of sunscreen, use a cleansing balm first, then your gel cleanser.

2. Exfoliate (2-3 Times a Week) - Use a gentle scrub to clear out pores. Don’t scrub too hard, your face isn’t a dirty dish.

3. Treat Pimples - If you’ve got zits or dark spots, use a spot cream with benzoyl peroxide or a niacinamide serum.

4. Moisturize - Use the same light moisturizer from the morning. If your skin’s dry, spritz some aloe mist first.

See? A skincare routine for summer is super quick. Do this, and your skin will stay happy all day.

DIY Skincare for Summer: Easy and Fun

Rahul, you love a good shortcut, so let’s make some DIY stuff. These are cheap, fun, and feel like a treat. Plus, you can sneak stuff from the kitchen without Mom yelling. 

Here are my favorite DIY ideas for a summer skincare routine.

1. Cool Cucumber Mask

What You Need - Half a cucumber, 2 spoons of plain yogurt, 1 spoon of honey.

How to Do It - Blend the cucumber into a mush, mix in the yogurt and honey. Put it on your face for 15 minutes, then wash it off with cold water.

Why It’s Great - Cucumber cools hot skin, yogurt cleans gently, and honey keeps your skin soft. It’s like a snack for your face.

2. Oatmeal Calming Scrub

What You Need - 1 spoon of ground oats, 1 spoon of aloe vera gel, 1 spoon of chamomile tea (make it and let it cool).

How to Do It - Mix it all into a paste. Rub it gently on your face in circles, then rinse after 5 minutes.

Why It’s Great - Oats calm itchy skin, aloe feels cool, and chamomile stops redness. Perfect after a sweaty day.

3. Watermelon Face Spritz

What You Need: 1 cup watermelon juice (blend and strain it), 1 spoon rose water, a small spray bottle.

How to Do It: Mix the juice and rose water, pour it into the bottle, and keep it in the fridge. Spray it on when you’re hot.

Why It’s Great: Watermelon’s super hydrating, and rose water makes your skin happy. It’s like a mini shower.

These are so easy, Rahul, even you can’t mess them up. They’re natural, so no weird stuff, and they make your skin feel great. Just don’t try to eat the mask, okay?

Extra Tips to Keep Your Skin Happy

Before you go back to your phone, here are a few more tricks to make your skincare routine for summer even better :-

1. Drink Water - Sip water all day. It keeps your skin soft and stops it from freaking out.

2. Wear a Hat - Your baseball cap’s perfect, wear it! It blocks the sun from your face.

3. Don’t Touch Your Face - Your hands are sweaty and dirty in summer. Keep them away to avoid zits.

4. Take Cool Showers - Hot water dries your skin out. Use cool or warm water instead.

Summary

There you go, Rahul, everything you need for a killer skincare routine for summer. It’s not about being fancy, it’s about keeping your skin comfy in the heat. Use light products, slap on sunscreen, and maybe try a DIY mask for fun. Your face will look so good, you’ll be the coolest kid at school.

You don’t have to go all-in like me, but try a few of these steps, and you’ll see a difference. A skincare routine for summer is like a secret trick, your skin stays fresh, and you feel awesome. Now, grab that cleanser from the bathroom and get started. You’ve got this, bro!

Recommended Products by Blue Nectar:

Best Vitamin C Serum for Face with Radiant & Spotless Skin (9 Herbs, 30ml)

Niraa Shea Butter SPF 30 Sunscreen Face & Body Lotion (12 Herbs)

Women's Eladi Face Day Cream with SPF 30 for Sun Protection (19 herbs, 50g)

Related Articles:

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References:

https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/diy-summer-skin-care-3-amazing-homemade-face-packs-to-get-radiant-skin-naturally-in-hot-weath

https://www.truebasics.com/blog/amla-benefits-for-skin-everything-yoeru-should-know/

https://www.yesmadam.com/blog/summer-skin-care-routine/