Summer Skincare Tips: Best Summer Skincare Products and Facials

We’ve had a bit of an early onset of summer this year haven’t we? I feel like it’s taken a few of us by surprise and we might not be as prepared with our summer skincare as we would usually be. 

Between the sweat, SPF, fake tan, and that lovely British humidity, your skin can quickly go from glowing to overwhelmed (not to mention fried if we’re not careful enough with our sunscreen)! If you’re finding yourself feeling a bit oilier, congested, or just unsure of what your skin actually needs when the weather warms up, this blog’s for you.

Here are my go-to summer skincare tips, plus two in-clinic treatments I swear by this time of year to keep your skin fresh, balanced, and holiday-ready.

How to Look After Your Skin in Summer

The biggest challenge with summer skincare? Keeping the balance between hydrated and not too oily, protected but not clogged. Here’s what I recommend:

1. Switch to lighter textures

In summer, your skin doesn’t need heavy creams or thick serums. Swap out rich moisturisers for lighter, gel-based formulas that hydrate without suffocating your pores. Nimue Day is my go to recommendatcion for all skin types at this time of the year - it’s super light but has all the vital ingredients for boosting your skin’s hydration.

2. Don’t skip SPF

Yes, even in the UK. SPF should be your ride-or-die every single day. Look for broad-spectrum protection (SPF 30 or higher) and reapply if you’re out and about. 

Sunscreen can be a bit of a struggle for those of us with oily or congested skin, but I always recommend Nimue Sun-C to my clients - it’s oil free and mattifying and we see the best results all summer long!

3. Double cleanse in the evenings

Between sweat, SPF, fake tan, and makeup, your skin goes through a lot. Double cleansing, especially at night, helps prevent congestion and breakouts.

What I like to use and recommend to my clients is Nimue Cleansing Gel Lite – perfect for removing all makeup and sweat without stripping the skin!

Best Summer Facial for Congested Skin: Deep Cleanse

Wearing SPF, sweating more, and maybe indulging in a bit of fake tan can leave your skin feeling a bit congested and dull.

That’s where the Nimue Deep Cleanse facial comes in.

It’s ideal for:

• Pre-holiday skin prep

• Clearing out sweat and SPF build-up

• Refreshing skin after fake tan or makeup overload

  
  

This treatment gently exfoliates, clears clogged pores, and balances oil production, leaving your skin feeling squeaky clean but never stripped. Perfect for those hotter days when your skin needs a bit of a reset.

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Best Summer Peel: Nimue Active Rejuvenation (Yes, Even in the Sun!)

Think peels are off-limits in summer? Not this one. The Nimue Active Rejuvenation facial is a gentle but effective peel that gives your skin a serious glow-up, without the harsh downtime or sun sensitivity that usually comes with traditional acid peels!

It’s perfect for:

• Rejuvenating dull skin

• Boosting hydration

• Evening out texture after sun exposure

You’ll leave looking refreshed, dewy, and smooth—and don’t worry, I’ll always advise on the right aftercare and SPF to keep your skin protected post-treatment.

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Summer Skincare Tips: Let’s Get Your Summer Skin Sorted

If your skin is feeling hot, flustered, or just a bit out of balance, let’s find the right treatment (and products!) to help it feel cool, calm, and fabulous again.

Book your summer skincare consultation today and let’s get your glow on - minus the grease, congestion, or irritation!

 Written by your Skincare & Aesthetics Nurse

Emily Robinson