Why rashes appear in the summer and what to do about it: 5 tips from a beautician

The poem “Autumn” would have been different if Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin had been a woman: “Oh, red summer! I would love you if it were not for the heat, dust, oily shine and acne. During the summer months, even people with the most ideal skin often experience redness and inflammation. There may be many reasons for such an unpleasant transformation, from increased sweating to ultraviolet radiation. Maria Tatarintseva, dermatovenerologist and beautician at the Tori clinic, tells you how to properly care for your skin in the summer and keep it clean and healthy.

Maria Tatarintseva

Why do more rashes appear in the summer?

The main reasons why inflammation occurs more in the summer months include the following.

— increased sweating. Sweat, which contains salt and oil, can mix with bacteria on the skin and cause acne to worsen.

— Increased activity of the sebaceous glands. In hot weather, they produce more sebum, an oily substance that helps protect the skin from moisture loss. Excessive sebum production can cause skin pores to become clogged and cause acne.

— exposure to sunlight. Ultraviolet light can damage skin DNA, cause inflammatory reactions, and promote the formation of acne and pigmentation. By the way, this is why some people notice more redness on vacation due to prolonged exposure to the sun.

— Use of low-quality or inappropriate cosmetics. For example, the wrong sunscreen or cleanser.

Can SPF cream cause inflammation?

When choosing SPF creams, it is important to pay attention to their quality and composition. Some people may be sensitive to certain ingredients, in which case it is better to choose products with natural ingredients and mineral filters (such as zinc oxide or titanium dioxide). You also need to properly apply and renew sunscreen to prevent not only inflammation but also pigmentation.

How to properly care for your skin in summer? 5 tips from a beautician

To prevent rashes and inflammations in the hot season, it is important to follow several rules.

— Clean your face regularly. Cleansing your face in the morning and evening helps get rid of excess sebum, sweat and impurities and prevents pores from clogging.

— Use lightly textured products. In summer, the skin still needs moisture, but nourishing creams reduce the weight of the skin. Therefore, in the warm season it is better to use light caring tissues (liquids and gels).

— Protect your skin from the sun. Ultraviolet rays are one of the main causes of skin inflammation and aging, so it is important to take all necessary precautions. In simple words, use SPF cream daily.

— Use less decorative cosmetics. This applies to thick foundations and powders, which can clog skin pores and contribute to acne formation. In summer, BB cream or cushion is best (by the way, we shared our favorites here).

— eat right. Eating foods rich in antioxidants will help boost your skin’s immunity and reduce inflammation. During the summer months, it is worth increasing your consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits, which contain vitamins C and E, as well as Omega-3 fatty acids, which can be found, for example, in fish and nuts.

How should you prepare your skin for summer?

You can reduce the possibility of experiencing diaper rash problems by preparing your skin appropriately for the summer season. To prevent dryness during heat, you can undergo a course of biorevitalization, mesotherapy or plasma therapy. In the summer season, it is recommended to perform ultrasonic skin peeling or HydraFacial, which aims to cleanse, remove and abundantly moisturize the keratinized cell layer.