Summer skin gets a lot thrown at it. More sun, salty sea dips, sweaty afternoons, and often, a lot of over-cleansing. It’s a season where your skin is constantly trying to keep up — yet most summer skincare advice focuses on stripping, mattifying, or harsh exfoliation.

We’d argue that what your skin really needs in summer isn’t less nourishment — it’s smarter nourishment.

Here’s how to build a simple, satisfying summer skincare ritual that restores your skin and keeps it resilient through long, sun-soaked days.

Start With a Gentle, Non-Stripping Cleanse

Summer doesn’t automatically mean more foam or scrubbing. In fact, over-cleansing in hot weather is one of the biggest reasons skin becomes unbalanced.

Look for cleansers that remove sunscreen, sweat, and city grime without damaging your skin’s barrier.

We recommend:

• Oil-based cleansers at night (like our Face Off Oil-to-Milk Cleanser) to gently melt away SPF and pollution without leaving skin dry or tight.
  

• A mild gel or powder cleanser in the morning if needed, though many skin types can simply rinse with water in the AM during summer.
  
  

Mist, Tone & Quench (Something New is Coming…)

This is where summer skincare really shifts.

Humectants — ingredients that pull water into the skin — are your skin’s best friend this time of year. A good hydrating mist or tonic can:

• Cool and soothe heat-flushed skin
  

• Calm signs of redness and irritation
  

• Restore moisture after sun exposure or cleansing
  

• Prep skin to absorb what you apply next
  
  

We’ve been quietly working on two new cooling, skin-quenching formulas — one designed to refresh and rebalance skin throughout the day, and another, a deeply hydrating tonic that drenches skin in biofermented actives and sea minerals, helping to calm and fortify your skin barrier.

They’re both designed to slot seamlessly into a summer ritual — and we can’t wait to share them with you.

Lightweight Moisture, But Don’t Skip Oils

It’s a common summer mistake to ditch oils completely. The trick isn’t to cut them out — it’s to use lighter oils or smaller amounts to maintain your skin’s protective barrier.

Facial oils help:

• Seal in hydration
  

• Soothe inflammation after sun exposure
  

• Prevent moisture loss from wind, sea, and air conditioning
  
  

For daytime, opt for a light, fast-absorbing oil like The Daily Glow — perfect for gua sha or as a last skincare step before sunscreen. In the evening, you can reach for something a little richer like Dream Dream Dream if your skin feels dry after a day in the sun.

Our oils are made with cold-pressed, raw, organic oils that won’t clog pores or feel heavy — just nutrient-rich support for your skin, with environmental integrity.

Keep It Simple and Listen to Your Skin

Summer rituals don’t need to be elaborate. In fact, skin often does better with fewer, more intentional steps during hotter months.

Here’s a simple ritual outline:

Morning:

• Gentle cleanse or water rinse
  

• Hydrating mist or tonic
  

• Lightweight moisturiser (like Mild Mannered)
  

• Facial oil (if your skin needs it)
  

• Sunscreen — whatever kind you’ll actually use every day
  
  

Evening:

• Oil cleanse
  

• Hydrating mist and/or tonic
  

• Facial oil or moisturiser (or both, if skin feels thirsty)
  
  

Final Tip: Ritual Over Routine

The beauty of a skincare ritual (vs. a rigid routine) is that it shifts with your skin’s needs — and the seasons. Let summer invite you into a slower, more sensory ritual. Massage in your products, spend time noticing what your skin is asking for, and don’t rush it.

Because summer skin isn’t just about protecting — it’s about enjoying the glow that comes from taking care of yourself.

Shop Our Summer Staples:

• The Daily Glow Facial Oil — Lightweight nourishment for summer
  

• Face Off Oil-to-Milk Cleanser — Gentle cleansing without stripping
  

• Mild Mannered Lotion — Weightless hydration that layers beautifully
  

• Simmer Down Serum - Calming and anti-redness for reactive summer skin