Summertime is a perfect period to make your skin glow and shine, while also protecting it from external harm. During the summer most of us usually go for a lighter skincare texture, hydration, moisture, and… lots and lots of SPF protection! But there are also certainly some skincare ingredients that will benefit you summer glow!

Hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid is the base of skin hydration. It is known for the ability to hold a massive amount of water molecules and retain them from the evaporation. But moisture is not the only benefit HA has.

    - It is considered to be an anti-aging ingredient. Hyaluronic acid can boost collagen production in cells, which helps to improve skin elasticity and keep skin plumped.

    - Apart from known hydrating qualities, hyaluronic acid also has UV protection properties. High molecular weight Hyaluronic acid is able to reduce irritations cause by the UVB rays and boost the heeling processes of the cells

Products to try:

JUMISO Waterfull Hyaluronic Acid Toner

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Blue Serum

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is one of the most famous antioxidants used widely in skincare products. Vitamin C is really a superhero when is comes to total skin protection against hyperpigmentation and UV ray damage.

      - Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant that helps to prevent and reduce oxidation processes in the cells and neutralize free radical molecules, preventing cell damage and premature cell aging.

      - Vitamin C helps to reduce the melanin production and prevent hyperpigmentation and dark spots.

      - Vitamin C can benefit the skin sun protection when applied with SPF. It can prevent photo damage of the skin, which is cause by UV rays thanks to its effective antioxidant properties.

Products to try:

SOME BY MI Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Toner

JUMISO All Day Vitamin Brightening & Balancing Facial Serum

Aloe Vera

Summertime can really be harsh on the skin, and we definitely need to have some soothing component for that. Aloe Vera has been used since the ancient times in medicine and household for its magnificent functions. Few of the benefits that Aloe Vera can bring you in the summer:

      - Instant soothing and calming effect. Aloe Vera is highly effective in reducing inflammations and fighting with rashes. It is also a must-have for beach-lovers to apply after the long sun exposure to calm and cool down the skin.

      - Deep hydration and moisture. The inner gel of Aloe Vera is made of almost 99% of water, which can provide the deepest hydration for the skin.

      - Aloe Vera also has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, which will help to prevent acne as well as boost the rejuvenation and repair of the skin.

      - Aloe is also a fighter against hyperpigmentation and UV-rays. Antioxidants of Aloe helps to protect the skin from free radical damage

Products to try:

AROMATICA 95% Organic Aloe Vera Gel

COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream

AHA/PHA acids

Yes, AHA and PHA can also be a part of you summer skincare routine. Mandelic and Lactic acids are considered to be one of the subtle types which can gently exfoliate the outer layer of an epidermis and not damage the skin.

As part of AHA acid group, Mandelic and Lactic acids help to:

       - Remove dead skin cells and boost cell turnover without harming the skin’s surface

       - Reduce hyperpigmentation an dark spots

       - Stimulate collagen production and improve fine lines and wrinkles

As for PHA acid or Gluconolacton and Lactobionic acid, it gives even more gentler exfoliation of the skin’s surface removing dead skin cells and boosting the turnover. PHA acid does not only exfoliate the skin, but also helps to provide skin hydration, which is very important for the summer time and constant UV exposure.

MAKE SURE: To use AHA and PHA based products only during nighttime routine

Products to try:

SOME BY MI AHA 10% Amino Peeling Ampoule

BENTON PHA Peeling Toner