Taking care of your skin in hot weather: the rules are changing
Summer 2026 is set to be even hotter than the last. For the skin, heat is a major oxidative stress: excess sebum, deep dehydration, sun spots, enlarged pores. The good news: an adapted beauty routine can change everything.
In the morning: lightness and protection
1. Gentle cleansing with cool water
Forget hot water in summer — it dilates pores and stimulates sebum production. Cleanse with room temperature or cool water and a gentle, sulfate-free cleansing gel. In summer, double cleansing (oil + gel) is reserved for the evening.
2. Lightweight moisturizing care
Rich textures and greasy creams suffocate the skin in summer. Opt for a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid (water texture) or a non-comedogenic gel cream. Hyaluronic acid attracts 1000x its weight in water — ideal for hydrating without feeling heavy.
3. Sun protection: the non-negotiable step
SPF50+ minimum, even on cloudy days (80% of UV rays penetrate clouds). In the city, SPF30 is sufficient. On vacation, beach or mountain: SPF50+. Reapply every 2 hours and after each swim.
The facial mist: summer's express beauty gesture
A thermal water mist or pure water mist is the perfect complement to the summer routine. It sets makeup, instantly refreshes (perceived -3 to -5°C effect), and rehydrates the superficial layers of the epidermis. Ours is USB rechargeable with ultra-fine nano-diffusion for a perfect mist. Code ETE2026 for -15%.
In the evening: repair and regeneration
Double cleansing
In summer, evening double cleansing is essential. First, a cleansing oil to dissolve SPF, pollution, and sebum. Then, a gentle cleansing gel to deep clean.
Weekly mask
Once a week, a clay mask (for combination to oily skin) or an aloe vera mask (for dry or sensitive skin) unclogs pores and soothes sun-induced redness.
Repairing night serum
At night, skin regenerates 3x faster than during the day. A serum with vitamin C or retinol (low concentration) in summer accelerates the repair of daily UV damage.
Mistakes to absolutely avoid
❌ Stopping moisturizer because it's hot. ❌ Using aggressive scrubs — the skin is already weakened by the sun. ❌ Touching your face during the day — sweat mixed with sebum clogs pores. ❌ Forgetting the eye contour — the skin there is 5x thinner and burns 2x faster.
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