Skincare Mistakes to Avoid in the Heat (And What to Do Instead)
Hey Kiya Collective,
Summer glow? Yes please. Summer breakouts, irritation, or dullness? Not so much.
When the temperature rises, so do the chances of skincare mistakes that can leave your skin feeling anything but soft and radiant. Whether you’re staying local or jetting off somewhere sunny, your routine needs a seasonal shift.
Here are the most common summer skincare mistakes (and what to do instead):
☀️ Mistake 1: Skipping SPF Because “It’s Cloudy” Even on overcast days, UV rays can damage your skin and worsen hyperpigmentation. SPF isn’t just for beach days, it’s your everyday armour.
✨ What to Do Instead: Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher daily, even when it’s grey outside. Reapply every 2 hours if you’re out in the sun.
💦 Mistake 2: Not Switching to Lighter Layers Your winter skincare routine may be too rich for summer, leading to clogged pores and excess oil. Think breathable, not greasy.
✨ What to Do Instead: Swap heavy creams for lightweight serums and hydrating mists. Our Tea Tree & Niacinamide Toner is perfect for calming, clarifying, and refreshing skin without weighing it down.
🧴 Mistake 3: Overwashing Your Face Sweat and oil can make you feel like you need to scrub your skin clean constantly, but over-washing can strip your barrier and trigger more oil production.
✨ What to Do Instead: Cleanse gently, twice a day max. Try a soft, non-foaming cleanser and follow with a mist or toner to rebalance and hydrate.
🧽 Mistake 4: Ignoring Body Skincare We tend to focus on the face, but your body needs love too, especially with more skin exposed in summer.
✨ What to Do Instead: Exfoliate 1–2x/week with our Shea Body Scrub to prevent clogged pores and ingrown hairs. Moisturise damp skin with Sweet Nourishing Oil for a lightweight, glow-boosting finish.
🌿 Mistake 5: Using Harsh Actives During the Day Ingredients like retinol and AHAs can make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Using them during the day increases your risk of sun damage.
✨ What to Do Instead: Save strong actives for your nighttime routine and prioritise soothing, antioxidant-rich ingredients in the day (like vitamin C, Niacinamide, or aloe).
💭 Final Thoughts Your skin has different needs when the weather shifts, and so should your ritual. Stay consistent, stay hydrated, and stay protected. Summer is for soft, glowy skin that feels as good as it looks.
