5 things you shouldnt do to your skin during the summer

My blog often featured articles on winter skincare: how to prevent your skin from getting dry or tight, with tips on dealing with unpleasant itching or even eczema-like symptoms. It's almost just as important to adapt your skincare habits to the needs of your skin during the summer, since your skin needs special care due to all the sunshine, heat, air conditioning, swimming pool or beach water.

Don't pop your pimples!

I know it's hard to not do it, but remember that inflamed acne can easily result in lasting pigment spots due to sunlight. Find the right type of care appropriate to your skin, which is lighter than your winter routine and protect your skin from the sun.

Don't leave the house without sunscreen!


The best form of protection would be to apply sunscreen on your face, hands, arms and even your feet while wearing sandals with sunscreen - even several times a day. Harmful sunrays can hasten the skin's ageing and these processes can only be halted with meticulous, everyday carehttps://mannasoap.uk/blog/protect-yourself-against-the-harmful-rays-of-the-sun-and-your-skin-will-be-grateful.

Use cosmetics in moderation!

If you take showers or baths several times a day, swimming or spending time at the beach, it's particularly important for you to ensure your cosmetics go gentle on your skin's natural acid mantle and oils. Inappropriately chosen cosmetics can expose your skin to various infections and harmful rays of sun. If necessary, check on the contents of your daytime facial cream, since it might contain compounds such as Vitamin A or retinol which aren't recommended for use during strong sunlight.

Repellents sprayed on your skin can be unpleasant on hot, sweaty summer days, so try them on a small area of skin first as a test and do your best to protect your treated skin from the sun. If you're looking for a natural repellent, you'll find some recipes here. 

Careful with summer treats!

If you're the type whose skin almost instantly shows if you had spicy or oil dishes or ones which contain dairy products, you should pay attention to this during the summer months as well. Your skin can easily get oily in the heat and the increased perspiration can excite your skin, so make sure you pay attention to your diet if you're coping with acne. 

Be gentle with your skin!

Be careful when using scrubs and apply them more sparingly, especially on your face. After sunbathing, you should be particularly careful about the products you apply on your face since your skin might react sensitively. From our range of Manna soaps, I recommend our Mannas for dry skin, followed by Organic or Premium scent-free shea butter for skincare purposes. Apply in a thin layer and gently massage it into your skin.