How Can A Heatwave Affect Your Skin?

What are the effects of a heatwave on our skin ?

As summer temperatures increasingly rise above 30 degrees, it is important to understand how heatwaves and high temperatures can affect your skin. We often focus on preventing sunburn and dehydration, and on protecting our heads with a hat, but is that enough? To care for your skin properly, it helps to know what heat can do to it. 

In hot weather, we tend to sweat more, which can block pores and contribute to enlarged pores and blemishes. Regular cleansing, including a double cleanse at night, helps remove sunscreen, sweat and other residue, leaving the skin feeling fresh and clean. 

Recent heat warnings advise staying out of the sun during the hottest part of the day and keeping well hydrated. This matters for the whole body, but especially for the skin. When skin is dehydrated, it can look less plump and fine lines may appear more noticeable. Staying hydrated from within, and supporting the skin externally, can help keep it in good condition during the summer months or while travelling in sunny climates. Drinking enough fluids is key, and a hydrating mist, such as Linda Meredith’s Hydrating Mist, can also help refresh the skin throughout the day.

 Dry patches can lead to uneven skin tone, while sunburn is a burn, that may take time to heal. The skin can also become more sensitive, and many people experience conditions such as prickly heat. Gentle cleansing and good nourishment can help support the skin. Marini Skin Solutions (formerly Jan Marini) Physical Protectant SPF 45 is a great option for protecting the skin without clogging pores. This mineral, broad-spectrum sunscreen is tinted, so it can be worn without makeup while still providing light coverage.

 A facial can be an effective and relaxing way to care for your skin during a heatwave. It provides a deep cleanse to help unblock pores, followed by a nourishing treatment to replenish oils and moisture. 

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