In this article, I’m going to demonstrate some of the best CRUELTY-FREE SKINCARE routines you should consider during the summer season.

A change of seasons means an adjustment from the usual skincare routine. Summer being the hottest season of the year prompts the skin to change the way it behaves so as to counter the excess heat.

The skin tends to produce more oil that in some cases leads to irritating heat rashes, more sweat, and there is speedy skin cell production. This can make the skin feel irritated and dry, cause breakouts and pigmented appearances.

Cruelty-free skincare is good for you

On this website, we have highlighted various skincare routine ideas that will ensure your skin stays healthy and flawless during summer.

 Besides this, we have an outline of morning and evening skincare routines that you could try out this summer.

 

TIP1 ON Cruelty-free skincare: HYDRATE

You have probably heard this countless times but water really does wonders to the skin. The adult human body is sixty percent water therefore drinking enough of it means that every cell in every part of the body gets hydrated through the blood.

Drinking ample water during this season balances the oil and water on the skin surface. This helps to prevent excess oil and sebum production which means fewer clogged pores and acne.

Staying hydrated during summer will also reduce puffiness, itchiness and swelling of the face. The heat from summer comes with heat boils and rashes because the body tends to heat up. Staying hydrated prevents the body from heating up and normalizes your body temperature.

The recommended amounts of water that you should be drinking according to experts are 3.7 litres for men and 2.7 litres for women. 

Alternatively, infusing the water with lemons will provide vitamin c and make it more enjoyable to drink. Staying hydrated during summer is a free skincare routine to keep you glowing all through.

 

TIP 2: Wear breathable fabrics

Avoid tight-fitting garments but instead, try light cotton ones so that you can avoid having itchy skin and general discomfort. Summer is when you should prefer cotton fabrics or fabrics that are breathable. These fabrics allow airflow to the skin. Wearing loose garments is best to avoid sweating and sweat sticking to the skin. Problems like skin itch are common during hot months. Avoid them by wearing loose clothes made of breathable fabrics.

 

TIP 3: Face wash to remove excess oils

In summer, your skin gets oilier due to the excess heat. Use a face wash suitable for your skin type that can deep cleanse.

Settle for mild alcohol-free and PH-balanced cleansers.

 

TIP 4: Avoid heavy makeup

Heavy makeup prevents the skin from breathing. Consider using tinted moisturizer if you need to wear some make-up

 

TIP 5: Have a bath twice a day

Maintaining good hygiene is very important during this period. A cool bath before going to bed will prevent you from getting rashes that accumulate from sweat.

Both the morning and evening bath should be accompanied by a cleansing, moisturizing and toning routine as explained below. 

 

TIP 6: Follow a proper routine

Every day you need to follow the best routine to take care of your skin. This would include the following:

1. Cleansing: You need to cleanse the skin both in the morning and evening. Try out this facial cleanserthat is cruelty-free and cleanses effectively. This is gentle on the skin and is a great product. Cleanse in the evening again so your skin remains fresh at night.
2. Treating: Treating the skin involves toning it. In the morning, you can use a serum product while in the evening, use an eye cream.
3. Moisturizing: Is essential to keep your skin hydrated. This is very essential during the hot months. Not moisturizing makes your skin dry up. This can cause itching and many other skin problems. You can try out any of the moisturizing products we have here. They not only hydrate the skin but also keep it healthy thanks to the nutrients they have. Use the same product in the morning and night.
4. BB cream: A BB or blemish balm cream should be a part of your skincare routine. It can help renew, hydrate, brighten, and protect your skin. In Yo Face!is a vegan BB cream that has a lot of nutrients to take care of your skin well. Use before applying makeup or before going to bed.

This cruelty-free skincare routine will help keep your skin healthy and glowing, while also helping you be a friend to the animals

 

Cruelty-free skincare routine for you this summer:

Now onto the vegan and cruelty-free skincare to try out this summer. The end result will make you feel like you have had a facial done and your skin will be cleaned, protected, soft and hydrated for the summer and beyond.

• Cleanse

Cleansing entails the morning and evening routine. The morning routine helps to remove any toxins that might have accumulated overnight and clogged the pores. Our Get Buff Vegan Exfoliating Facial Cleanser should be your number 1 pick. It is gentle on the skin and gets the work done.

The evening routine entails pre-cleansing and exfoliating. To cleanse, you can either use your usual cleanser or that one that contains salicylic acid.

 While salicylic acid helps to unclog pores, it could also make your skin vulnerable to the summer heat. In this case, you can wear sunscreen in the morning. Better yet, you can try Lowen’s Natural You Sure Clean up Nice! Face And Body Wash. It will work magic and leave your skin fresh. 

Exfoliating is recommended at least 2 or 3 times a week. Exfoliating helps increase the production of collagen. The main structural protein in connective tissues. This is the most abundant tissue in the body and it makes your skin look vibrant and it also promotes elasticity. Use our Salt Of The Earth Salt Scrub for the best results.

• Treat

This entails toning and applying the serum for the morning routine and using eye cream for the night routine. Work with a moisturizing toner that will restore your skin’s PH. For the serum, Niacinamide or vitamin B serum will be helpful in minimizing the appearance of pores and oil secretion.

For the eye cream, it is advisable to settle for a moisturizer that has minimum amounts of retinol and non-greasy.

• Moisturize

Your skin will need to stay moisturized as much as possible during this period so that it does not dry up. Choose a moisturizer that contains natural ingredients like the Lowen’s Natural Rub It In Why Don’t Ya! Or Check out In Yo face! Natural, Vegan BB Cream. 

It hydrates your skin well thanks to hyaluronic acid and the vitamins it contains. You can always use the same moisturizer for your morning and evening routine.

 

 

•  SPF PROTECTION 

After the morning steps of cleaning, treating and moisturizing, you need to apply a cream or lotion that will provide SPF/UVB 15 protection during your outdoors. 

Settle for one that is lightweight and absorbs quickly so that it does not leave the skin greasy.

You can always top this up with our amazing lip balm to keep your lips moisturized during the day and at night. Click here to see the amazing choices we have.

 

 Seasonal changes definitely create some sort of change on the skin. If you follow the above tips and integrate them with the morning and evening cruelty-free skincare routine, you will be set to enjoy your summer without fear of breakouts.

Nevertheless, listen to your skin because just like our bodies, it adapts to changes both internally and externally. If this does not seem to work for you, talk to your dermatologist for a way forward.