As the weather warms up, your summer glow up is probably on your mind. When winter turns to spring and then summer, your wardrobe often changes, and it’s the same with your skincare routine.
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Each season can affect your skin in different ways, which often requires a change in your skincare routine so you can keep your beautiful skin healthy and glowing no matter the season or climate you’re in.
So, what can happen to your skin when the weather turns warmer and even more humid? When the temps are colder and often drier, your skin needs deep moisturizing to combat that colder and drier air it faces every day, whether that’s through actual moisturizers (lotions, body oils, and so on), drinking some extra water, using a humidifier, or a combo of any of these to help avoid dry, dull, and even irritated skin.
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During the warmer months, and depending on your skin type and the humidity levels where you live, you’ll still need to moisturize, and it’s also a good idea to up your hydration by drinking more water and using sunscreen more intentionally (although sunscreen should be a part of your routine every. single. day!). You might also need to adjust the cleansing part of your routine since you’ll probably be spending more time outdoors doing the warmer weather activities you enjoy.
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No matter the time of year, there is one part of your skincare routine that can transition from season to season, and that’s your body oil. Yes, you might need to change body oils and how you use them from season to season, but including body oil in your skincare routine is a must.
Some people feel that using a body oil in the summer months, when your skin might naturally feel oilier, is a no-no, but that just isn’t true. Body oils won’t clog your pores and potentially cause breakouts. It’s actually just the opposite! Your favorite body oils can help keep your pores clog-free and balance your skin to avoid those bothersome breakouts.
7 Tips for How to Use Body Oil in the Summertime
So, what are the best ways to use body oils in the summer months? We’re so glad you asked! Here are our top 7 tips to help you maximize your body oil benefits when the temps get warmer.
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- Tip #1. Opt for Coconut Oil: While some people use heavier oils in the winter, we love the consistency of a lighter oil, even especially during those high heat, summer months. Using lighter oils in the summer can offer the same benefits of your favorite wintertime oils without feeling heavy on your skin. Want to know about how coconut oil impacts your skin? Click here.
- Tip #2. A few drops will do it. Like many products we know and love, we might feel like more product equals more benefits, but this isn’t true with body oils. Especially in the summer. So, use a few drops at a time, and add more as needed to get the results you and your skin are wanting.
- Tip #3. Focus on drier areas. While using body oil on your whole body is a great way to take care of your summer skin, don’t forget to give areas that tend to be drier—areas that will see more sun like your feet, knees, and elbows—some extra body oil TLC in the warmer months.
- Tip #4. Do a lotion + body oil combo. Since you’re going for a “lighter” feel when it comes to moisturizing in the summertime, mix a few drops of your favorite body oil with your favorite lotion to get all the moisturizing benefits from both in the lightest way possible. Click here to see our top tips for this skincare dynamic duo.
- Tip #5. Use body oil as a finisher. Whether you opt for showers or baths, take advantage of this optimal time to apply your body oil. Pat your skin dry with a towel (making sure to leave it a bit damp), then massage your body oil into your skin. That leftover moisture will help the oil penetrate deeper into your skin, making sure you’re getting the most from your body oil.
- Tip #6. Sunscreen is vital. While body oils give your skin the glow and hydration it needs and wants, some can also make your skin more prone to skin damage, so be sure to apply sunscreen after applying your body oil. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, right?! And let’s be honest: You really should be using sunscreen every day anyway, no matter which season you’re in. Here’s another thing to keep in mind: Some body oils also contain essential oils, and some essential oils, like bergamot and lemon, can make your skin more sensitive to the sun.
- Tip #7. Drink up. We’ve mentioned this before, but it’s so important that we’re bringing it up again. Keeping your body hydrated year round, but especially in the summertime, is crucial for healthy skin and a healthy body. Aim to drink ½ your body weight in ounces every day, plus some extra to make up for the fluid lost during exercise and activities, which will keep your body well hydrated on the inside. Then use your favorite summertime body oils on the outside to help lock in all that hydration!
Making body oil a part of your summertime skincare routine can help your skin look and feel its best while you’re doing your favorite warm weather activities. Use the tips we’ve shared to help your skin look and feel healthy and happy during all of your summertime adventures!
