Spots in summer: why does your skin become unbalanced more easily?
On hot days, your skin can feel more prone to breakouts. Heat, perspiration, SPF and increased sebum production can all combine to cause summer spots, shine and blocked pores.
Often, your skin doesn’t need more products at this time, but rather a lighter routine. Gentle cleansing, targeted exfoliation, light moisturising and daily SPF will help keep your skin fresh and balanced.
- Heat and humidity can increase sebum production.
- SPF remains important, even for blemish-prone skin on the face.
- Gentle cleansing helps to remove sweat, sebum and SPF.
- Over-cleansing or over-exfoliating can exacerbate skin irritation on the face.
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Why does your skin become unbalanced more quickly on hot days?
Heat has a significant effect on your skin. You sweat more, your skin feels clammy more quickly and sebum production can increase. Combined with SPF, make-up and pollution, pores become blocked more easily.
If you have blemish-prone skin on your face, you’ll often notice this as extra shine, small blockages or spots. The skin barrier may also become more sensitive, leading to redness or a tight, tingly sensation more quickly.
Why do you get spots more easily in summer?
Spots in summer are often caused by a combination of heat, sebum, sweat and SPF. When these build up on the skin, pores can become blocked more easily.
A gentle cleanser, light moisturiser and targeted facial treatments help to keep your skincare routine clear and comfortable.
Why does acne sometimes seem temporarily less visible in the sun?
Sunlight can temporarily dry out spots and make redness less noticeable. However, this does not mean that the sun improves acne.
In fact, the heat can cause your skin to produce more sebum. The top layer of skin may also feel thicker, making it harder for sebum and dead skin cells to shed. This can lead to new blocked pores and blemishes later on.
How do cleansing and exfoliation help prevent blocked pores?
A gentle cleanser helps to remove SPF, sweat, sebum and pollution without drying out the skin. This is particularly important in summer, when a film tends to build up on the skin more quickly.
Exfoliating your face can also help. A gentle exfoliant removes dead skin cells that can build up and block pores. Do take it easy, though. Exfoliating too much can actually contribute to skin irritation on the face.
How does exfoliating your face help prevent blocked pores?
Exfoliation supports the skin’s natural renewal process. By gently removing dead skin cells, the skin feels smoother and fresher.
In summer, this can help prevent sebum, SPF and sweat from building up as quickly. Build up gradually and choose a formula that suits your skin type. Discover the facial exfoliators in our collection.
Why can over-cleansing or over-exfoliating actually irritate the skin?
When your skin is troubled, you might be tempted to cleanse it more often. However, this can disrupt the skin barrier. You’re not just removing sebum and dirt, but also substances that keep your skin supple.
As a result, your skin may feel red, sensitive or tight. Sometimes it may even produce extra sebum. It’s therefore better to opt for a gentle and consistent routine rather than an overly vigorous one.
Which SPF is best for blemish-prone skin in summer?
SPF remains important, even if your skin is prone to blemishes or shine. UV radiation can put a strain on the skin and make blemishes more visible, for example through redness or pigmentation spots.
If you have acne in the summer or skin that tends to shine easily, a lightweight SPF often feels more comfortable. Think of fluid textures, gel creams or non-comedogenic formulas that are less likely to block pores.
Can sun protection cause spots?
Some rich SPF formulas can feel too heavy for skin that tends to shine easily. Combined with heat, sweat and sebum, this can contribute to blocked pores.
So don’t skip the SPF, but choose a texture that suits your skin. Discover facial sun protection at Skins.
Soothing skin irritation and sensitivity during the summer
Heat, UV rays, SPF and more frequent cleansing can make the skin more sensitive. You’ll notice this as redness, tightness or a burning sensation.
At times like these, opt for light, soothing formulas. Think of hydrating serums, lightweight moisturisers and products that support the skin barrier. Temporarily avoid strong active ingredients when your skin feels clearly irritated.
How can you recognise facial skin irritation, and what helps to soothe the skin?
You can often recognise facial skin irritation by redness, warmth, sensitivity or a tight feeling. Your skin may also react more quickly to products that you normally tolerate well.
In that case, keep your routine simple. Cleanse gently, moisturise lightly and apply SPF carefully. Read more about a skincare routine for sensitive skin.
How do you keep your skin balanced during hot summer days?
Skin that easily becomes unbalanced needs, above all, rest and consistency in the summer. Cleanse gently in the evening, exfoliate only if your skin tolerates it well, moisturise lightly and use SPF every morning.
This will help minimise summer spots, blocked pores and skin irritation without overburdening your skin. On hot days in particular, keeping things simple can make a big difference to blemish-prone skin.
