Acne, sunburn, dermatitis, boils, eczema, and others are just a few skin problems that are especially common during summer and hotter days.
Sandy feet, tanned skin, and the sea are essentials that make summer better, but in reality, summer comes with many things, including skin problems. The hot and humid weather can make it difficult to enjoy summer, but don’t worry! Here are common summer skin problems and what you can do to make your skin feel better and be stronger this summer!
Acne
If you’ve noticed that you get acne flare-ups slightly more than usual during the summer, that’s completely normal. The summer heat and humidity make us sweat more and increase our oil production, which can clog our pores and lead to acne.
To help manage your acne during the summer, the goal is to control your oil, which is why cleansers with salicylic acid can help. It will also be helpful to swap your heavier, creamier moisturizers for something more lightweight, like a gel. If you’ve been incorporating these into your routine, try to also add benzoyl peroxide and niacinamide to aid in preventing pimples and scars.
Pure Culture recommends their Wild Algae Quench Creme, which is a lightweight hydrating moisturizer that contains Niacinamide to control any excess oil.
Dermatitis
Dermatitis is a common skin concern that causes swelling, itchiness, and redness of the skin. Dermatitis flare-ups can worsen or occur from being exposed to pool chemicals, sunscreen, and even plants.
When it comes to dermatitis, your best defense is to have a strong skin barrier to ensure that your skin does not react or flare up when exposed to possible irritants. To help nurture a strong skin barrier, look for calming and soothing ingredients such as ceramides, centella asiatica, and colloidal oatmeal.
Pure Culture recommends their Wild Algae Super Skin Tonic, which contains MicroSilver BG™, which is proven to reduce dryness, redness, and scaling.
Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)
PIH happens when your skin has been irritated, which stimulates melanin production, and in turn creates new scars. However, PIH can still worsen existing scars and marks when exposed to the sun, as the UV radiation also stimulates melanin production.
To prevent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), it’s important to always protect your skin from UV rays by consistently wearing sun protection. Another way to prevent PIH is to incorporate ingredients that can inhibit melanin production, such as vitamin C, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid. It’s important to note that these ingredients take time to work, so consistency is key to getting the best results.
Pure Culture recommends their Wild Algae Glow Up Serum, which contains vitamin C to help boost collagen, brighten hyperpigmentation, and prevent inflamed pimples and acne.
Boils and Folliculitis
Boils and folliculitis, which are inflamed hair follicles, can be caused by ingrown hairs, are more common in the summertime due to increased sweating, friction from clothes, and increased bacteria proliferation.
Although these are very common, especially in areas where friction is more common such as the underarms, inner thighs, and bikini area, boils and folliculitis are very preventable. They can easily be prevented by always washing up any gentle cleansers that have antimicrobial properties like benzoyl peroxide, keeping the skin clean and dry, and wearing loose, comfortable clothing.
Pure Culture recommends their Dark Rose Everything Bar, which contains Rosehip Oil, and Cica to nourish your skin while activated charcoal gently cleanses the skin. This ensures that your skin will be clean to prevent any boils and folliculitis while also still being hydrated and moisturized.
Rosacea
Rosacea is a common skin concern that especially flares up during the hotter days due to heat, sun exposure, and dehydration.
Ingredients such as centella asiatica and azelaic acid can cool and calm the skin down. Mineral sunscreen may also work better with mineral sunscreens rather than chemical sunscreens.
Pure Culture recommends their Dream Shield Universal Day Cream SPF 50, which is a lightweight mineral sunscreen to shield your skin from UV damage but also brightens the skin.
Eczema
Just like with Rosacea, Eczema can flare up with the heat, but also with sweating during the summer season.
To prevent or manage any flare-ups, it’s important to keep a strong skin barrier with intensive moisturizers that contain ceramides or colloidal oatmeal.
Pure Culture recommends Dream Drops Universal Hydro Oil, which is enriched with ingredients such as Resveratrol and Edelweiss Callus Culture to deeply hydrate and restore the skin barrier.
Hot Girl Skin Care Commandments
As the summer season gets hotter and hotter, it's important to take note of these skin care tips that can help you keep your skin at it's best every summer.
1. Always keep hydrated and cool to prevent any flare-ups.
2. Wear SPF every day, even on cloudy or rainy days, or days you will be spending indoors.
3. Less is more. Simplify your skincare routine by narrowing it down to a few but effective products.
4. Hygiene is key; always wash your hands, body, and face at the end of a hot and long day.
5. Always patch test any new products to make sure that your skin does not have any adverse reactions before applying them to your whole face.
6. When in doubt, consult a dermatologist. Get expert advice and input from a board-certified dermatologist on your skin concerns instead of guessing. Book now at mykindred.co
Last medically reviewed on May 27, 2025.