Summer is finally here – and we’ve been looking forward to it for so long! However, the sun and the dry weather can also take their toll on our skin. In summer we drink more, but we often forget to quench our skin’s thirst as well. Here are two tips on how to look after your skin over the summer and keep it properly moisturised.
Why Koreans are so pretty
The first tip is closely linked to our daily skincare routine. Anyone who has watched my video on Korean skincare will already know that, rather than using just one cream, I apply several layers of different products – the so-called Layers. This makes it easier to tailor your skincare routine to your individual needs. In summer in particular, the skin needs a great deal of moisture, as the sun, travelling and dry air take their toll on it.
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1. quench the skin's thirst with aloe vera
Even if you don’t work shifts, I’d recommend you start your skincare routine with Aloe vera gel to add. It soothes the skin after sunbathing and provides intense hydration. Apply the gel in the morning and evening after cleansing. An important tip: we’re used to just slathering it on, but by gently Impressions Once absorbed into the skin, the gel penetrates deeper into the layers and is all the more effective. If you’ve got sunburn or after a flight, feel free to apply two layers one after the other before using your usual cream.
The older we are, the thirstier our skin is
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Many women instinctively reach for oily creams when their skin is dry. However, mature skin needs moisture above all else. If the oil is applied to the skin first, the moisture can’t penetrate. So always use the gel as the first step. Here’s the product I personally use:
2. Rose water for a cloud of moisture
Your skin will appreciate a refreshing boost every now and then. I like to use Rose water spray. Whenever I remember, I apply some moisturiser – it keeps my skin fresh and supple. Even a good moisturiser is often not enough in the height of summer. In fact, your skin can never have too much moisture.
My little anti-ageing bottle
It’s best to get two bottles: one for your handbag and one for the office. Rose water instantly revitalises the skin. This is important even in winter, to counteract the dry air caused by central heating. Here’s my recommendation:
An extra tip for cupping and scraping
If you’re already following the methods I’ve set out in the book or the course, you can incorporate rose water perfectly. Spray your face before applying the oil. The oil applied to the damp face ensures that the moisture is drawn even deeper into the skin’s layers by the cupping or scraping that follows.
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A hat is the best form of sun protection
I hope you all have a wonderful summer. Don’t forget your sun cream – your skin will thank you for it. The healthiest protection is, and always will be, a lovely sun hat!
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9 thoughts on “2 Tipps für schöne Haut im Sommer”
Hello Christina,
Are the scrapers also available for purchase somewhere in Vienna or only via your website?
Kind regards
Sabine
Dear Sabine,
I don't know of any shop in Vienna that sells them - doesn't mean they don't exist somewhere. Sorry.
Best regards,
Christina
Dear Christina, what about scraping if I have been in the sun for a while during the day (with or without sun cream)?
Do you continue your Gua SHA practice as normal in summer? Or do you have a special tip that I could follow to avoid over-stressing my skin after prolonged sunbathing? I don't want to do without scraping in summer. Thank you for your answer ???? Best regards, Helena
Dear Helena,
I continue to do this in summer, except when my skin is really glowing in the evening. However, I have to say that I tend to avoid direct sun on my face - I always wear a hat or cap. In the height of summer I don't use the Bella Bambis for cupping as they have a peeling edge, which is great in itself, but in the height of summer it's too much for me. But I don't see a problem with scraping. As I said, I'm outside a lot, but I usually protect my face from the sun.
Kind regards, Christina
Dear Christina, your books are great, keep practising. I have a question: which exercise or exercises help most effectively with marionette phalluses, I'm not making much progress. best regards and thank you Claudia
Dear Claudia,
With marionette lines, it is important to build up the cheeks well, as the sagging skin from above collects around the mouth in the form of nasolabial folds and later marionette lines. Adding volume to the cheeks (which looks like nice cheekbones and gives the face nice contours) lifts the skin slightly and relieves the area around the mouth. I would recommend the chapter "Cheeks and nasolabial folds" on page 83 in my book "Natural facelift" and would supplement it with the chapter "Sagging cheeks, double chin and neck" p. 87 to support the lower area as well.
All my love,
Christina
Hello Christina,
Thank you very much for your great tips.
I have read that some people wash off the aloe vera gel after about 30 minutes so that the skin does not feel tight.
How do you see it?
Thank you and all the best
Kerstin
Dear Kerstin,
It depends on the product. I know of some that make you feel tight and others where you don't feel anything at all. It looks like we will soon be getting such a pleasant one made from fresh aloe vera juice for our shop. (Most aloe vera cosmetic products are made from water and aloe vera powder).
Kind regards,
Christina
Thank you very much,
dear Christina, I'll just try it out for myself!
Kind regards
Kerstin