Summer may not be the same in most parts of the world, but there’s still so much to get excited about. I mean summer is still gonna come, no matter what, right? So, the summer heat is still going to take a toll on us.

So, it would be best to prep your skin for the summer heat already so you keep healthy and moisturized skin this year.

Here are our top 5 tips to help you prep your skin for this year’s summer;

Make it glow
To keep your skin healthy-looking and glowing, you have to regularly exfoliate your skin. regular does not mean every day though but at least 2-3 a week.

The skin sheds dead skin cells and if you don’t get rid of them, they will set on your skin making it dull, dry and unhealthy.

Whatever exfoliator product you use, just make sure that you rub it on your skin as gentle as possible in a circular motion.

Moisturize your skin
Remember to always moisturize after you exfoliate your skin. You want to lock in some moisture onto your skin after scrubbing off the dead skin cells away.

Whether you use serum or cream, get a moisturizer that is mild and healthy for your skin type.

And even on days that you don’t exfoliate, still, moisturize your face and body.

Protect your skin
Sunscreen is an everyday must and all the more you need to use sunscreen during summer days.

Get a sunscreen that has UVA and UVB products and with at least SPF30. Remember to re-apply as often as you can during the day especially when you’re out in the sun. From your face down to your feet, you should not miss a part of your body to give yourself full protection from the harsh UV rays.

Put on light make up
The summer heat will surely make you sweat off your feet so it’s no time for thick full-face foundations as it’s only going to make your face go cakey.

For the summer, go for light make-up. Besides natural look is always in during summer.

Always use products that have SPF and don’t forget your lips too. Always bring a lip balm with you and get a lip balm with SPF as well.

Keep yourself hydrated
Probably the most repeated tips for the summer is to keep yourself hydrated. Well, that’s only reasonable because you must keep your body hydrated during hot summer days.

Remember to always carry your water bottle with you if going to places where water will not be readily available. You’ll also be more likely to keep drinking water when you have your own water bottle with you.

Aside from drinking water, you can also eat fruits that not only hydrate you but refreshes you as well like watermelon, oranges or apples or maybe a combination of your favourite fruits and vegetables in a smoothie. Drinking more water helps you to get rid of a lot of toxins.

Taking care of your skin especially during summer is very important as it is the time of the year when we’re prone to risks brought by harsh UV rays.

Just follow these tips so you can prep your skin and enjoy this year’s summer without worrying about damaging your skin.