Summer skin hydration: why it matters

Keeping your skin hydrated during summer is essential. The season exposes your skin to multiple external aggressors—sun, heat, salt, chlorine, and air conditioning—that can dry it out or cause lasting damage.

Here’s why hydration should be your summer skincare priority:

1- Sun exposure

• UV rays weaken the skin’s barrier, leading to water loss.
• Sun-exposed skin becomes drier, thinner, and may age prematurely if not properly hydrated and protected.

2- Heat & sweating

• Summer heat increases perspiration, which can dehydrate both your body and skin.
• Water evaporates faster from the skin’s surface, often leaving it tight or uncomfortable.

3- Salt & chlorine

• Swimming in the sea or pool strips the skin of its natural oils.
• Salt and chlorine disrupt the skin’s hydrolipidic film, reducing moisture retention.

4- Air conditioning

• AC systems lower indoor humidity, contributing to skin dehydration—especially in cars, offices, and malls.

How to keep your skin hydrated
The key to healthy, hydrated skin is daily targeted care, tailored to your skin type and the summer climate. Choose effective, hydrating ingredients:

For dry skin:

• Rich, nourishing textures
• Key ingredients: ceramides, plant butters, natural oils

For oily or acne-prone skin:

• Lightweight, non-comedogenic formulas
• Key ingredients: hyaluronic acid, algae, aloe vera, water-based gels

For sensitive skin:

• Gentle, soothing care
• Key ingredients: floral extracts, sea chamomile, aloe vera, watermelon

Summer skincare tips

• Cleanse gently: Use soft textures like cleansing balms or airy foams.
• Apply hydrating serum: Use a gel-based serum before your sunscreen.
• Don’t skip sunscreen: Use SPF 30 or higher, applied 30 minutes before sun exposure.
• Soothe after sun: Rehydrate your skin with products containing hyaluronic acid, algae, watermelon, or aloe vera.
• Avoid harsh products: Limit exfoliation and stay away from alcohol-heavy formulas.

Hydration also starts from within

Topical hydration is vital, but don’t forget your daily habits:

• Drink 1.5 to 2 litres of water a day
• Get enough sleep
• Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet

These habits support your skin’s natural glow and resilience.

Our summer favourites

Matis must-haves

• Hydra Fresh Serum
  A refreshing, water-based serum with aloe vera and watermelon for instant hydration.
• Aqua-Cream
  Sorbet-textured cream with hyaluronic acid and watermelon for long-lasting hydration.
• Hydra-Mood Night Mask
  A sleeping pack that deeply hydrates overnight with no greasy feel, thanks to its synergy with the skin’s biorhythm.
  Algologie essentials

Explore the Vagues line—perfect for thirsty, dehydrated skin. These marine-inspired products hydrate, refresh, and replenish your skin with a light, oceanic fragrance. A true wave of Brittany freshness!