Working on a story on summer skin treatments.

Would need dermat inputs on the following:

What facial skincare treatments are in?

Hydrafacial: As the heat and humidity start working on your pores clogging them, causing blackheads, whiteheads and breakouts, you want to be on top of this and get yourself a good exfoliating liquid microdermabrasion also known as Hydrafacial. It cleanses, exfoliates, extracts and hydrates skin leaves it squeaky clean and bright!

Carbon peel: To remove the dullness and tan from the harsh summer sun, you may want to consider a laser or a carbon peel. A carbon solution is applied on the sin which is then heated and blasted off the skin with a laser to reveal bright even toned skin. As long as you can promise yourself to stay away form the harsh sunlight to take care of the post glow.

Skin boosters: Skin looking dull and lifeless? Skin boosters are tiny micro injections of hyaluronic acid given in the superficial layers of the skin to hydrate, improve elasticity, skin tone and texture. It is famous with the brides for the glowing skin but also by the sun goddesses that want to sport the bronzed sunkissed radiant look!

Lactic Peel: Summer months are for travel and holidaying. Want to brighten up in time for the big trip but don’t want the downtime? Lactic peel it is for instantly glowing skin and we assure you there is no downtime!

Why do we need proper skin treatment for summer? Common skincare concerns during summer?

In summers the heat humidity and sweat can take a toll on your skin hence it is important to change your skin care routine as per season

Exfoliate all the dead skin cells sitting on your body. All the dead skin that has accumulated over the winter makes your skin look dull and lifeless. Make your own scrub or get yourself your favourite scrub and exfoliate gently every other day in circular motion. You can use mechanical exfoliators like loofahs and sponges or even book yourself in for a microdermabrasion or a peel which also exfoliates your skin with diamond or salt crystals or an acidic solution, respectively

Moisturise with a light lotion everyday after taking a shower. Creams can be used in winters and lotions in summer unless you have very dry skin in which case you can use thick body butters and creams even in summer

Use sunscreen with SPF 30 or more over the exposed areas of the body as well as the face. You must use enough to ensure adequate protection. Spread a thin film over the skin that acts as a barrier. Choose a non-comedogenic broad spectrum sunscreen preferably prescribed by a Dermatologist for your skin type.

Hydrate plenty in summers to combat the heat. Carry a glass bottle of water with you which you may flavor with berries or mint or lemon to make it interesting. Tender coconut water is a good alternative

Go light on the makeup. If you have clear skin sunscreen and a light BB cream maybe all you need but if you do decide to use foundation, use sunscreen underneath over which you can apply a light liquid foundation.Key ingredients that work in summers

Summer skin care ingredients to look out for are :

Aloe vera products – to soothe sunburns and inflamed skin

Glycolic acid creams : helps to exfoliate and removes tan

Hyaluronic acid serums: will help to moisturize but yet is not string enough to clog pores and cause breakouts

Vit C serum: these serums are light enough to use in summer and have strong antioxidant properties

Argan oil: a hair savior and must have for reducing frizz and adding shine

At home care

Apple cider vinegar toner can be made at home by mixing 1 part ACV to 3 parts water and use it as a toner to spritz on the face.

It can also be applied with a cotton bud on troublesome zits and washed off.

Apply Acv with cotton ball after cleansing face, leave on for few minutes and wash off with water for an instant brightening effect