5 Summer Skin Hacks to Beat the Heat this Summer

It is the peak of summer - and don't we feel it! No matter how you spend your day, there is no way to avoid those summer rays of sunshine, and the heat that follows.

With all of that extra sun exposure and sweat that we're experiencing right now, your skin is going to reap the consequences if you aren't protecting it.

The Sabbia Co team has put together our top 5 summer hacks & products to get you feeling fresh and glowing this season.

#1 - Wear Sunscreen

Did you know that 80% of wrinkles and signs of ageing are caused by sun damage?! That's why it is so important that you wear a good SPF 30+ sunscreen. Your sunscreen should be the last step in your skincare routine, but the first thing you put on before makeup! This ensures that your skin is getting the benefits of your morning skincare routine, without clogging up your pores with makeup.

When your skin is exposed to the sun without sunscreen, you are at risk of, winkles, pigmentation, loss of elasticity, skin texture changes, and of skin cancer. With sunscreen you put up a protective layer that stops the UVA and UVB rays from penetrating your skin - and means you're protected from the negative skin effects of the sun! So, if you're not already wearing sunscreen on the daily, find a sunscreen that you like and get ready to slip, slop, slap.

Here are some of our favourite sunscreens in the office:

#2 - Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a rich and natural antioxidant powerhouse that helps protect your skin against the free-radicals caused by daily UV ray exposure! Our collagen c serum is perfect for morning and night use this summer to effectively protect, hydrate and restore your skin!

With so many skin-loving ingredients like, Hyaluronic Acid, plant-based Collagen from Seaweed, Kakadu and Davidson Plum, this serum is sure to brighten, soothe and purify - giving your skin a vibrant, nourished and luminous summer glow.

#3 - Stay Hydrated

Hydration is a key necessity to achieving plump and glowing skin this summer! Drink your water, apply your moisturiser, and keep your revive face mist close by, because it is hot out here! When you sweat, you experience water and moisture loss, so don't leave your skin hanging! If you are experiencing some breakouts or redness, you can use our multi-vitamin moisturiser as an overnight mask by simply applying double your usual amount a few hours before bed (so your pillow doesn't steal any of those benefits) - and overnight the mask will work to calm, restore and hydrate your skin!

One of our favourite hacks this summer is putting the revive face mist in the fridge. It makes it nice and cold for instant cooling and hydration!

#4 Double Cleanse

All of that sunscreen, sea salt and sweat builds up throughout the day, so to ensure you are cleansing your skin thoroughly at night, we recommend the double cleanse method. The first cleanse is to remove your daily buildup of sunscreen, makeup and sweat, and the second cleanse is to treat and clean the skin.

Start your cleanse with a Sabbia Co removal pad, it's unique texture will remove that first layer of product with just water! You can follow up with a cleanser or a konjac sponge for a gentle exfoliation and cleanse. really ensure that your skin is clean and ready for a mask or your PM routine! Now your skin is clean, fresh and ready for a mask or your PM routine!

#5 Eat Seasonal Fruits

Australian fruits are rich in antioxidants and are delicious natural sources of vitamin A, B, C and K. So if you're looking to reduce breakouts and brighten your skin this summer, fill your fridge up with mango, watermelon, grapes, and strawberries! A great way to get the benefits of summer fruits is to throw them into the blender, add some coconut water and mix to make a delicious smoothie!

Here is one of our favourite summer fruit smoothie recipes from helloglow!

Summer Fruit Smoothie