Summer Skincare — روتين البشرة في الحر والرطوبة

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A routine that works in winter can feel unbearable in an Egyptian summer. Nothing is wrong with the products — heat, humidity and air conditioning change how skin behaves and how anything you apply sits on it.

What heat and humidity actually do

• More oil. Oil production rises with temperature, so shine appears faster than usual.
• Slower absorption. Humid air means creams sit on the surface longer, which reads as "heavy" even when the formula hasn't changed.
• More sweat, less staying power. Sunscreen genuinely needs reapplying more often outdoors.
• Air conditioning dries. A day in cold, dry air pulls water out of skin — which is why oily skin can feel tight all summer.

How to adjust without changing everything

• Keep the same three steps. Cleanse, protect, renew. Summer changes the amounts and the timing, not the routine.
• Thinner layers, applied properly. Two thin layers of sunscreen still beat one thick one — and they feel lighter.
• Reapply outdoors. Every two hours in direct sun, and after swimming or heavy sweating.
• Blot instead of re-washing. Cleansing more often in summer is the fastest way to end up oilier.
• Don't drop moisture. Air conditioning is dehydrating; a light layer still belongs.
• Rinse after the sea or pool. Salt and chlorine left on skin all afternoon are irritants.

The beach and the North Coast

Reflected light from water and sand raises exposure well beyond what shade suggests. Apply before you leave the house, reapply every two hours, and remember that a hat and timing matter as much as the product. Midday sun is the part worth avoiding entirely.

Frequently asked questions

Should I switch to lighter products in summer?

Usually you don't need to. Adjust how much you apply and how often you reapply first — changing an entire routine seasonally makes it harder to tell what's working.

Do I still need sunscreen on cloudy days?

Yes. Cloud cover reduces heat far more than it reduces UV.

How do I reapply over makeup at the beach?

At the beach, skip makeup and reapply properly. In the city, work in sections and press rather than rub.

Is my skin type changing in summer?

No — the behaviour changes, not the type. It usually settles again as the weather cools.

The summer version of the routine

Morning: Breath cleanser, then two thin layers of Day Cream SPF 50+, reapplied outdoors. Night: cleanser, then Night Cream. Application detail is in the first-week guide, and the sunscreen guide covers the two-layer method.

These are cosmetic products for the appearance of the skin. They are not a substitute for medical advice.