How to repair your skin after summer?

Pimples, dryness, tightness... Here are 6 tips for regaining clear, soothed skin after summer.

Summer often gives us a beautiful golden glow and clearer skin... but once the holidays are over, the return to reality can be less pleasant: imperfections, tightness, dryness, or loss of radiance. The cause? The sun, the heat, the sea, the sand, or even sunscreens, which, even if essential, can unbalance our skin.

Don't panic: with the right steps, it's entirely possible to gently repair your skin and regain comfort, suppleness, and radiance! Here are 6 simple, effective, and skin-friendly tips to help it regenerate after summer.

Tip #1: Understand (and prevent) the rebound effect

The sun acts as a temporary anti-inflammatory: it dries out spots and blemishes... but this is only an illusion. In reality, the skin thickens to protect itself (this is called hyperkeratinization), the pores tighten, and the sebum remains blocked. The result: once the tan is gone, the microcysts resurface, causing a sudden outbreak of spots: this is the rebound effect.

Prevention remains the best protection:
Even after your vacation, continue to apply sunscreen whenever you go out in the sun, even on a terrace or while walking. This limits skin thickening and preserves its long-term health.

Tip #2: Gently cleanse your skin

After summer, skin is often more sensitive. Overly aggressive cleansing can further weaken it. It is therefore essential to cleanse it without disrupting its natural barrier .

• In the morning: choose a gentle superfatted soap or a natural solid cleanser suited to your skin type.
• In the evening: start with an oil-based makeup remover , followed by a gentle toner or floral hydrosol to remove residue from pollution, sunscreen, perspiration or salt.

> Additional natural tip: use a washable cotton pad soaked in lavender or chamomile hydrosol to gently soothe and refresh your skin!

Tip #3: Gently exfoliate and purify

To remove dead skin cells and help the skin renew itself, a gentle exfoliation once or twice a week is ideal. This helps unclog pores without being harsh.

• Choose a scrub suitable for the face , without grains that are too abrasive (sugar and olive oil will do the trick very well)
• Complete with a purifying mask made with clay, activated charcoal or essential oils.

Be careful not to overstimulate the skin: gentleness is always the key to avoiding another rebound effect!

Tip #4: Moisturize deeply, morning and evening

Under the influence of the sun and frequent swimming, the skin quickly becomes dehydrated, even if it does not feel tight. However, dehydrated skin produces more sebum , which can cause imperfections and shine.

• Dry skin : opt for a rich, nourishing and restorative cream, or even a balm in the evening.
• Combination or oily skin : choose a moisturizing gel or fluid cream based on hyaluronic acid or hydrosols.

> Additional natural tip: remember to apply a light vegetable oil (jojoba, hazelnut, sweet almond) before your cream to strengthen the skin barrier.

Tip #5: Target imperfections if needed

If a few spots persist, there's no need to attack your skin. Instead, integrate purifying and soothing treatments.

• Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is ideal for reducing redness and refining skin texture.
• Salicylic acid can be used topically on blemishes.
• Essential oils such as tea tree or true lavender are also effective, but always diluted in a vegetable oil.

Tip #6: Give your skin a rest

Sleep is a valuable ally for the skin. It regenerates at night. Adopting a soothing evening routine (gentle cleansing, night cream, relaxing essential oils, etc.) naturally supports this process.

And if you can, let your skin breathe without makeup for a few days to let it regain its balance.

In summary:

Repairing your skin after summer doesn't require a complicated routine, but regular, gentle steps tailored to your needs. Cleanse, moisturize, purify if necessary... and above all, listen to your skin : it will tell you what it needs.