Glow All Summer: The Ultimate Esthetician-Approved Summer Skincare Guide

Glow All Summer: The Ultimate Esthetician-Approved Summer Skincare Guide

šŸ’› Hot Girl Summer Starts with Healthy Skin

Sun’s out, skin’s in! Whether you’re poolside, jet-setting, or booked and busy in your treatment room, one thing’s for sure—your skincare routine needs a summer upgrade.

As a licensed esthetician and educator, I’ve seen firsthand how summer can either make you glow or make you break out. So if your skin is feeling oily, irritated, or one sunburn away from SOS, this guide is for you.

We’re talking practical, esthetician-approved tips with products that actually work—no fluff, no filters, just facts and glow.


šŸŒž Why You Need a Summer-Specific Skincare Routine

Your skin behaves differently when the weather changes. Increased sweat, humidity, and UV exposure can:

  • Clog your pores

  • Trigger breakouts

  • Increase melanin activity (hello, hyperpigmentation)

  • Dry out your barrier if you’re using harsh actives

But with the right routine, summer can be your skin’s best season yet.


🧓 The Ultimate Esthetician-Approved Summer Routine

ā˜€ļø Morning Routine: Protect + Glow

  1. Gentle Gel Cleanser
    → Try: Green Tea Citrus Cleanser – Refreshing, antioxidant-rich, and calming.

  2. Hydrating Toner Mist
    → Try: Cucumber Hydration Toner – Soothes and preps skin for deeper hydration.

  3. Vitamin C Serum
    → Brightens skin and boosts your SPF protection.

  4. Moisturizer (yes, even in summer!)
    → Try: Light Aloe Moisturizer – Lightweight, oil-free, and cooling.

  5. SPF 30 or Higher
    → Try: Sheer Protection SPF 30 – Mineral-based, non-greasy, and glowy—not chalky.


šŸŒ™ Evening Routine: Cleanse + Repair

  1. Double Cleanse (especially if you wear makeup or SPF)
    → Start with the Avocado & Cucumber Wipes to gently remove impurities.
    → Follow with Green Tea Citrus Cleanser to fully purify and calm the skin.

  2. Exfoliate (2–3x a week max)
    → Try: Raspberry Refining Scrub – a gentle yet effective formula to target texture and congestion.

  3. Hydrating Serum
    → Try: Ageless Hydrating Serum – loaded with hyaluronic acid to plump and replenish your skin overnight.

  4. Barrier Repair Moisturizer
    → Try: AƧaĆ­ Berry Moisturizer – rich in antioxidants, this silky cream nourishes, hydrates, and strengthens the skin’s barrier while you sleep, leaving your complexion soft, calm, and radiant by morning.


🌓 Esthetician Secrets to Stay Glowing All Season

  • Reapply SPF every 2 hours (especially if you're outdoors)

  • Use a jade roller or cold globes in the morning to depuff

  • Keep blotting papers in your bag (skip the powder cake face!)

  • Drink water—but also use hydrating products (hydration is inside and out)

  • Never go to bed without cleansing—EVER.


šŸ”„ Bonus: My ā€œSummer Skin Essentialsā€ Kit

Want the glow without the guesswork? I curated a limited-edition Summer Skin Reset Kit featuring my top product picks:

āœ… Green Tea Citrus Cleanser
āœ… Sheer Protection SPF 30
āœ… Avocado & Cucumber Wipes
āœ… Ageless Hydrating Serum
āœ… AƧaĆ­ Berry Moisturizer

šŸ‘‰ Shop These Products Now — while supplies last.


šŸ’¬ Final Glow Thoughts

Summer is your skin’s time to shine—but that doesn’t mean it should suffer. With the right products, simple swaps, and a little esthetician wisdom, you can glow confidently all season long.

So here’s your challenge:
Glow naturally, protect intentionally, and hydrate religiously.
Your summer skin will thank you!


šŸ“² Sound Off

What’s one summer skincare mistake you’ve made that you’re ready to leave behind?
Drop a comment or tag me on Instagram or TikTok: @ur.skin.therapist ✨

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