5 essential products to revitalize your skin after summer

Introduction

Post-summer skin care becomes imperative, mainly because of the skin challenges you may encounter. After months of exposure to the sun, sea salt and chlorine from swimming pools, your skin often shows signs of fatigue and dehydration.

Skin challenges after summer:

• Dehydration : Prolonged exposure to the sun can reduce your skin's natural moisture, causing dryness and tightness.
• Hyperkeratinization : the sun causes thickening of the stratum corneum of the skin, trapping sebum and generating post-summer imperfections.
• Increased sensitivity : The combination of salt, chlorine and UV rays makes your skin more vulnerable to irritation.

The importance of a proper routine cannot be underestimated. A good skincare routine helps restore your skin's moisture balance, improves its texture and prevents premature signs of aging. For effective regeneration, it is crucial to integrate essential products such as:

• Mild Cleansers
• Suitable exfoliants
• Moisturizing serums
• Nourishing creams
• Sunscreens

These products are designed to revitalize your skin, restoring radiance and suppleness after the harsh summer weather. Now let's cover these essential steps in detail to help you create an effective post-summer routine.

1. Facial cleansing: the crucial first step

Facial cleansing is essential to help your skin recover after prolonged exposure to the sun. UV rays, sea salt and chlorine from swimming pools can all contribute to dehydration and imbalance in the skin. Effective cleansing removes impurities, excess sebum and sunscreen residue that can clog pores.

To preserve the natural balance of your skin, choose gentle products that respect its hydrolipidic film. Avoid harsh cleansers that can dry and irritate your skin. Opt instead for:

• Sulfate-free cleansing gels
• Make-up remover oils with natural ingredients
• Hypoallergenic micellar waters

Ultrō offers a range of ultra-gentle cleansers formulated with ORGANIC ingredients, perfect for a post-summer beauty routine . Using a suitable cleanser morning and evening not only keeps your skin clean but also improves the absorption of moisturizing and nourishing treatments applied subsequently.

Regularity in cleansing is key to avoiding imperfections caused by the rebound of sebum under a stratum corneum thickened by the sun. Well-cleansed skin is more receptive to subsequent treatments, contributing to a radiant complexion and even texture.

2. Exfoliation: eliminate dead cells and promote cell renewal

Exfoliation plays a crucial role in skin regeneration, especially after summer. Prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to hyperkeratinization, which is a thickening of the skin's stratum corneum. This blocks pores and traps sebum, causing post-summer blemishes.

To restore the health of your skin, it is essential to remove dead cells through regular exfoliation. You have several options:

• Mechanical exfoliants : These products contain granular particles that help rid the skin of dead cells through friction. Opt for gentle scrubs to avoid irritating skin already sensitized by the sun.
• Chemical exfoliants : use acids like glycolic or salicylic acid to dissolve dead cells without physical abrasion. They are particularly effective for skin prone to hyperkeratinization.
• Enzymatic exfoliants : contain enzymes derived from fruits like papaya or pineapple that gently break down proteins in dead cells.

Choose an exfoliant suited to your skin type and use it once or twice a week to promote cell renewal without excessive aggression.

3. The Best Ingredients to Look for in a Post-Summer Exfoliator

To revitalize your skin after summer, it's crucial to choose exfoliants with hydrating and repairing ingredients. Here are some of the best ingredients to look for in a post-summer exfoliant:

Hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid is a must-have for any skincare routine, especially after prolonged sun exposure. This ingredient has the ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it an excellent moisturizer.

• Benefits : Locks in moisture, improves skin elasticity, reduces fine lines and wrinkles.

Product examples : hydrating serums with hyaluronic acid before applying moisturizer.

You can also use Kósmopellis microneedle patches composed of cross-linked and pure hyaluronic acid. Ordinary hyaluronic acid loses half of its effect in the first 24 hours. On the other hand, cross-linked hyaluronic acid, developed using our bio-poly-mer synthesis technology, offers a lasting effect with a half-life 4 times longer. It deeply hydrates and plumps the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Kosmopellis micro-structured patches ensure better penetration of active ingredients. While a classic cream will act on the surface, our patches, when applied, allow hundreds of microcones to penetrate the epidermis and diffuse where they are needed, under the skin.

This allows rapid and effective absorption of active ingredients with an absorption rate of 75% in the first half hour.

Hundreds of small microcones are the basis of each patch. Once the microstructure has penetrated the skin, it dissolves into the epidermis, where the ingredients are most needed to ensure optimal effectiveness. Our transport medium is the ingredient itself, which derives its stability from the cross-linked hyaluronic acid.

The patches contain up to 900 microcones whose diameter is only a third of that of a human hair. Each patch contains up to 17 mg of pure ingredients providing visible results from the first use.

Unlike traditional methods, the technology is completely painless. Self-dissolving microneedles are designed to penetrate the upper layer of the epidermis painlessly, ensuring a comfortable experience for all skin types.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps repair UV damage and protect skin against free radicals.

• Benefits : repairs skin damage, deeply hydrates, protects against free radicals.
• Examples of products : exfoliants containing vitamin E for a dual exfoliating and restorative action.

Aloe vera

Aloe vera is known for its soothing and hydrating properties. It is an excellent ingredient for calming skin irritated by the sun and promoting healing.

• Benefits : soothes irritations, intensely moisturizes, promotes healing.
• Product examples : after-sun lotions enriched with aloe vera to soothe and hydrate after exfoliation.

Moisturizing cream

After exfoliating, applying a rich moisturizer is essential to seal in moisture and deeply nourish the skin. Look for creams with ceramides or peptides to strengthen the skin barrier.

• Benefits : restores hydration, strengthens the skin barrier, intensely nourishes.
• Examples of products : moisturizing creams rich in ceramides or peptides to use morning and evening.

Moisturizing serums

Hydrating serums are particularly effective when applied before moisturizer. They penetrate deep into the skin to provide intensive hydration.

• Advantages : deeply hydrates, prepares the skin to receive other treatments, boosts the effectiveness of creams.
• Examples of products : serums based on hyaluronic acid or vitamin C for optimal hydration.

Moisturizing routine

Incorporating these products into your daily routine can transform your skin after summer. A well-designed routine includes:

1. Gentle facial cleansing morning and evening.
2. Weekly exfoliation with products containing the ingredients mentioned above.
3. Application of a moisturizing serum followed by a cream rich in ceramides or peptides.
4. Regular use of a soothing after-sun lotion with aloe vera.

These steps not only ensure rapid recovery but also enhanced protection against future damage.

3.1 Don't forget sun protection, even in autumn

Sun exposure doesn't stop with summer. Harmful UV rays continue to threaten your skin's health throughout the fall season. To prevent premature aging and skin damage, it is crucial to incorporate sunscreen into your daily routine.

Factors to consider when choosing a suitable sunscreen:

• Broad spectrum protection: A sunscreen offering UVA and UVB protection is essential for complete defense.
• Sun Protection Factor (SPF): Opt for an SPF of at least 30 for effective protection during the fall.
• Formulation adapted to your skin type: If you have sensitive skin, choose sunscreens without perfume or alcohol. Oily skin will benefit from a non-comedogenic formula.
• Moisturizing Ingredients: Components like hyaluronic acid , vitamin E , and aloe vera not only protect but also hydrate and soothe the skin.

Look for products that combine anti-aging and hydrating benefits to maximize the effects. Hyaluronic acid helps lock in moisture, while aloe vera provides conditioning and soothing properties.

Protect your skin all year round with a hydrating routine incorporating serums and creams enriched with beneficial ingredients.

4. Aesthetic treatments to revitalize your skin

Advanced solutions like chemical peels and mesotherapy offer significant results to improve the texture and appearance of your skin. Chemical peels, for example, remove the superficial layers of damaged skin, promoting cell renewal and revealing smoother, radiant skin.

Chemical peels : These treatments use acids like glycolic or salicylic acid to deeply exfoliate the skin. They help reduce imperfections, pigment spots and fine lines. Hyaluronic acid plays a key role here by deeply hydrating the skin after treatment, helping to minimize irritation and promote rapid recovery.

Mesotherapy : this treatment consists of microinjections of vitamins, minerals and hyaluronic acid directly into the dermis. Mesotherapy stimulates collagen production and improves skin elasticity. Moisturizing serums enriched with vitamin E and aloe vera can be used to soothe and hydrate the skin after this procedure.

By incorporating these treatments into your post-summer moisturizing routine, you not only benefit from gentle exfoliation but also optimal hydration with products like hydrating creams and revitalizing serums. The soothing properties of aloe vera perfectly complement these treatments for regenerated and radiant skin.

5. Dermatological consultation and appropriate follow-up

The essential role of the dermatologist in post-summer skin care should not be underestimated. After prolonged exposure to the sun, it is crucial to consult a specialist to assess the condition of your skin and receive personalized advice. Treatments such as microdermabrasion, chemical peels and mesotherapy can be very effective in revitalizing the skin after summer.

5.1 Regular monitoring of suspicious skin changes

A visit to the dermatologist allows early detection of any signs of skin disorders, such as melanomas or other types of skin cancer. It is recommended to have moles and any other suspicious spots that may appear after summer regularly monitored.

Appropriate follow-up with a professional can not only prevent serious problems but also maintain beautiful skin after the summer thanks to appropriate treatments.

Conclusion

Incorporate these 5 essential products into your post-summer skincare routine for optimal regeneration:

• Facial cleansing: use a gentle cleanser.
• Exfoliation: choose an exfoliant suited to your skin type.
• Hydration: opt for nourishing creams and serums.
• Sun protection: Continue to protect your skin with sunscreen.
• Aesthetic treatments: Consider advanced options to revitalize your skin.

Taking care of your skin throughout the year is essential. A regular and adapted routine will help you maintain healthy, radiant skin that is protected from external aggressions. Remember that summer beauty tips vary depending on each person's specific needs, so don't hesitate to consult a dermatologist for personalized recommendations.

Beauty tip : Drink enough water, eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and avoid bad habits like smoking to optimize the health of your skin.

Make an appointment with your dermatologist today to start this new season on a bright note.