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Summer Routine: How to Take Care of Your Skin in the Summer

Your skin's needs can change with the seasons, which is why it makes sense to adjust your skincare routine for summer. We'll tell you what your skin needs right now and how you can best care for it, even on hot days. 

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SKIN NEEDS IN THE SUMMER

Whether it’s beach vibes, intense workouts, or city stress: Our skin has entirely new needs in the summer. Higher temperatures and humidity often make the skin appear more hydrated and supple. At the same time, it’s more exposed to external influences such as UV radiation, heat, and environmental factors.

Your summer skin therefore needs to find a new balance: Light textures and targeted moisturizing are essential to counteract the moisture loss caused by the sun and salt. The focus now is on strengthening the skin barrier, effectively reducing sebum for a “healthy glow” instead of an oily sheen, and cleansing that’s gentle enough for stressed skin but powerful enough to remove sweat and sunscreen residue without leaving any traces.

THE SUMMER LINEUP FOR YOUR SKIN

Your skin needs moisture in the summer, not a heavy feeling. Hydra Hero Milky Drops deliver hydration in an ultra-light texture. With vegan kefir ferment and panthenol, they leave your skin feeling soothed and give it a plump-looking finish—they’re also ideal as a base under your SPF.

Speaking of SPF: DR EMI ARPA SKIN’s iconic SPF Fluid is kicking off the summer with two updates: The fluid is now available again with an optimized formula—and in a convenient 20-ml mini size, making it a must-have for any purse, at the beach, or while working out.

Our Daily Defence SPF 30 Powder is perfect for touch-ups on the go. It combines makeup with SPF 30 based on a mineral UV filter and is available in five versatile shades (new: Deep!). As the final step in your routine, it reliably sets your makeup, gently mattifies, and gives you an even finish without masking your skincare glow.

TIPS FOR YOUR ROUTINE ON HOT DAYS

  • Reapplication Is Key: Even the best sunscreen doesn’t last forever. Factors such as mechanical wear and tear or sweating break down the protective layer. Therefore, be sure to reapply every 2–3 hours. 
  • SPF x Antioxidants = Best Friends Forever: While SPF protects against UV rays, antioxidants protect the skin from oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
  • Cleanse: Especially in the summer, a thorough evening cleansing routine is essential for gently but effectively removing SPF residue, sweat, and sebum. 
  • Don't feel like lugging around heavy luggage? The Frequent Flyer Summer Routine is your go-to lineup for travel. In the transparent makeup bag, you'll find everything from a gentle cleanser to the Serious C Antioxidant Serum and SPF 50 fluid. Collect moments, not baggage!
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: DAILY DEFENCE SPF 50 FLUID

Your daily defense is back—and better than ever. This lightweight, optimally formulated sunscreen offers high sun protection (SPF 50) and skincare benefits with a silky, sheer finish. The postbiotic it contains strengthens the skin barrier, ectoine hydrates the skin, and vitamin E reduces oxidative damage. 

Suitable for all skin types, water- and sweat-resistant, dermatologically tested for skin compatibility: Your daily sun protection for your face. Your daily defense!

Daily Defense SPF 50 Fluid

  • SPF 50 provides high UV protection.
  • Postbiotics strengthen the skin's natural protective function.
  • Ectoine has a moisturizing effect .
  • Vitamin E has antioxidant properties.

Your daily defense!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Summer calls for a smart skincare reset. As soon as temperatures rise, we swap heavy textures for ultra-light moisturizing boosters like the Hydra Hero Milky Drops to give our skin exactly the hydration it needs right now. The focus is always on protecting and strengthening our skin barrier, which is stressed by the sun, salt, and heat. Our perfect match for hot days? The combination of a high SPF and antioxidants. But since even the best SPF wears off over time due to sweat and friction, reapplying every 2–3 hours is an absolute must. In the evening, a thorough yet gentle cleansing is crucial to gently remove any remaining SPF and sebum. 

FAQ

Sunscreen protects the skin by containing UV filters that absorb and, in some cases, partially reflect harmful UV radiation. This prevents the majority of UVB and UVA rays from penetrating the skin and causing damage such as sunburn, premature skin aging, or cellular changes like skin cancer.

The duration of protection depends on your skin type. As a rule of thumb: natural protection time × sun protection factor. With a natural protection time of 10 minutes and a sun protection factor of 50, that would theoretically be 500 minutes. In reality, however, the protective effect is reduced—for example, due to applying too little product, sweating, water, or friction. Therefore, reapplying sunscreen regularly is crucial.

The effectiveness of sunscreen wears off after about two to three hours—regardless of the SPF. Water, sweat, or friction can also cause the protection to wear off more quickly. Therefore, reapply every two hours and after swimming or drying off.

Applying it just once isn't enough. For optimal protection, apply sunscreen generously 15–30 minutes before going out in the sun, and reapply every two hours and after contact with water or a towel.

Yes—when applied correctly, sunscreen can effectively protect against sunburn, especially if it protects against both UVB and UVA rays. It’s important to use the right amount and reapply it regularly.