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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 in the 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 CARE 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 is increasingly exposed to external influences such as UV radiation, heat, and environmental factors.

Your summer skin therefore needs a new balance: Light textures and targeted moisturization are essential to counteract the moisture loss caused by the sun and salt. The focus is now on strengthening the skin barrier, effectively reducing sebum for a “healthy glow” instead of an oily sheen, and cleansing that is 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 hydration in the summer, not a heavy feel. Hydra Hero Milky Drops deliver hydration in an ultra-light texture. With vegan kefir ferment and panthenol, they leave your skin feeling soothed and looking plump—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 new 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 handbag, at the beach, or during workouts.

Our Daily Defence SPF 30 Powder is perfect for touch-ups on the go. It combines makeup with SPF 30 using a mineral-based 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 provides an even finish without masking your skincare glow.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: DAILY DEFENCE SPF 50 FLUID

Your daily sun protection is back and better than ever. This lightweight sunscreen with an optimized formula offers high sun protection (SPF 50) and nourishing care 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 the face. Your daily defense!

Daily Defence SPF 50 Fluid

  • SPF 50 offers a high level of UV protection.
  • Postbiotics strengthen the skin's natural protective function.
  • Ectoin has a moisturizing effect.
  • Vitamin E has an antioxidant effect.

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 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 sun, salt, and heat. Our perfect match for hot days? The duo of 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 cleanse is crucial to gently remove SPF residue and sebum. 

FAQ

Sun cream protects the skin by containing UV filters that absorb harmful UV radiation and, if necessary, partially reflect it. This prevents the majority of UVB and UVA rays from penetrating the skin and causing damage such as sunburn, premature skin ageing or cell changes such as skin cancer.

The possible duration depends on the skin type. The rule of thumb is: self-protection time × sun protection factor. With a self-protection time of 10 minutes and a sun protection factor of 50, this would theoretically be 500 minutes. In reality, however, the protective effect is shortened, for example, by applying too little, sweating, water or abrasion. Regular reapplication is therefore crucial.

The effect of sun protection wears off after around two to three hours - regardless of the SPF. Protection can also be lost more quickly through water, sweat or friction. Therefore: reapply every two hours and after bathing or drying off.

One application is not enough. For optimum protection, apply sunscreen generously 15-30 minutes before going out in the sun and then reapply every two hours and after contact with water or a towel.

Yes - when used correctly, sun cream can effectively protect against sunburn, especially if it protects against both UVB and UVA radiation. It is important to apply the right amount and reapply regularly.