Your guide to Summer Skincare Ingredients

In the summer, we tend to spend more time outdoors which increases our exposure to UV rays and environmental factors, which can affect our skin barrier and increase melasma. We have exposure to more heat and humidity which can increase dryness and dehydration.

So, ingredients we recommend for clients in the Summer:

• Sun Protection
• DNA Repair Enzymes
• Antioxidants
• Hydrators such as Hyaluronic Acid

 

Sun Protection 

With your increased exposure to the sun, we recommend a sun protection cream which aids in protecting the skin from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, particularly UVB rays, which cause sunburn and contribute to skin cancer. Regular sunscreen use with SPF can significantly reduce the risk of skin cancer, prevent premature aging, and help maintain healthy skin.

We also tell our clients to limit their time in the sun especially peak times.

Product recommendations

The Perfect Peel | Front Cover Weightless Glutathione SPF50+ 50ml

Illuminate hydrate and protect. Super-light Glutathione powered SPF 50+

BENEFITS:

• Triple Protection – Shields against UVA, UVB, and blue light damage.
• Brightening Power Enriched with Glutathione for a more luminous, even skin tone.
• Weightless Comfort Ultra-light, non-greasy formula for all-day hydration.
• Anti-Aging Defense – Fights premature aging caused by environmental stressors.
• Everyday – Friendly Perfect under makeup or worn alone for effortless sun care.

 

Dr Esthé | Sun Protection Ultra Repair SPF 50 50ml – £62.00

Dr. Esthé Sun Protection Ultra Repair SPF 50+ offers broad spectrum coverage against the sun’s harmful UV rays. Utilizing Triazine, an amazing filtering agent, this sunscreen blocks and absorbs UV radiation while soothing and hydrating the skin with plant stem cells, peptides, and goat milk extract. There is no white cast and no greasy residue; it even plays well under makeup.

Benefits:

• Reduces wrinkles and maintains skin elasticity
• Protects UVA and UVB rays
• Contains six regenerative peptides
• Goes on smoothly
• Nourishes the health of skin

 

DNA Repair Enzymes 

Using DNA repair enzymes in the summer helps address and mitigate the damaging effects of sun exposure on the skin. DNA repair enzymes can help repair existing DNA damage and prevent the accumulation of further damage caused by intense or long-term sun exposure. This is especially important in the summer months when UV exposure is highest.

Product Recommendations 

Photozyme MD | Youth Recovery Facial Serum 50ml – £99.00 

Photozyme MD DNA Youth Recovery Facial Serum is fortified with ingredients that help REPAIR and PROTECT the skin. It contains 3 natural DNA Repair Enzymes that attack DNA damage caused by UV rays, resulting in increased improvement in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and age spots while improving overall tone and clarity of the skin.

BENEFITS:

Visibly reduce the signs of aging caused by sun damage
Provides superior antioxidant protection
Evens out skin tone and texture
Hydrates the skin
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

 

ANTIOXIDANTS

Antioxidants are particularly beneficial in the summer to protect skin from increased environmental stressors like UV radiation and pollution. They help neutralize free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can damage skin cells and lead to premature aging, dark spots, and other signs of sun damage.

 

Product Recommendations 

Julia T Hunter | Maximal Strength Serum – £160.00 

 

This antioxidant serum contains key ingredients such as:

• L-Ergothioneine
• L-Glutathione
• Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C)
• Vitamin E
• Niacinamide
• Goji glycopeptides

A perfect antioxidant summer skincare essential

SkinBetter Science | Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum 15ml – £104.00 

Super-potent antioxidant serum that helps shield the skin against the effects of internal and external free radicals. Vitamins C and E, plus 17 additional free-radical fighters combined with a new, patented antioxidant brings a new level of comprehensive defense. With Key ingredients including:

• Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Allyl Ester (Allyl PQQ): Patented, super-potent antioxidant technology
• Plankton Extract
• Vitamin C (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate)
• Vitamin E
• Superoxide Dismutase
• Ergothioneine
• Niacinamide

 

Hydrators 

Hydrating products are beneficial during summer because the heat and sun exposure can dehydrate the skin, leading to dryness, flakiness, and a dull complexion. Hydrators help replenish moisture, support the skin’s natural barrier function, and prevent further moisture loss, ultimately keeping skin soft, smooth, and resilient in the summer hea

Product Recommendations 

Truth Treatment Systems | Hyaluronic Mineral Hydrator 30ml

This concentrated, lightweight gel formula provides a high dose of Hyaluronic Acid for intense hydration at the stratum corneum. Our signature polyelectrolyte solution activates skin to support Hyaluronic Acid synthesis in the skin’s deeper layers. Boosted with Vitamin C for antioxidant protection, and honey for additional moisturizing and anti-bacterial properties.

 Benefits:

• Provides immediate and lasting hydration with a high dose of Hyaluronic Acid for glowing, plump skin
• Helps boost skin’s ability to produce hyaluronic acid
• Works for all skin types and layers well with other products due to its ultra-hydrating, lightweight formula
• Provides antioxidant protection with lipophilic Vitamin C
• Pure Colorado Clover Honey hydrates and provides antibacterial support

 

Forlle’d Hyalogy | P-effect essence 30ml – £250.00

Forlle’d signature multi-functional serum with pronounced moisturizing and bio-stimulating effects. The serum penetrates into dermis to generate moisture reserves and stimulate the natural collagen and elastin production by fibroblasts. P-effect complex reduces skin redness and sensitivity.

KEY INGREDIENTS

• Hyalogy
• Sodium Hyauronate
• Hydrolyzed egg shell membrane
• Hydrolyzed pearl protein
• Ionized minerals (Ca, Zn, Mg)
• Amino acids

 

For a more personalised summer skincare routine, contact us directly and we can book a consultation in with one of the team to put together a bespoke skincare routine personalised to you.