Summertime is sunny and carefree.  That’s what you want your skin to be too!  It’s much simpler than you realize.  Follow these quick steps for a glowy summer complexion.

Summer can make oily skin feel especially greasy.  Don’t fall into the trap of over- treating your skin!  Oily skin should be treated more gently than you realize.  Overusing drying and mattifying products can lead to more oil and more (yikes!) acne.  Use a mild cleanser two or three times a day.  Harsh soaps can tighten the top layer of skin, causing pore blockage (aka “major breakout”).  Follow with an alcohol free toner and oil-free moisturizer.  Exfoliate a couple of times a week with a scrub containing salicylic acid to keep pores good and clean.

People with oily skin sometimes shy away from sunscreen, as more layers of product can feel like more layers of grease.  If you can’t find a moisturizer with an SPF, opt for a gel or spray-on sunscreen.  With oily skin, you already have the advantage in aging gracefully.  Don’t ruin it with sun damage!