During the summer, our skin is exposed to conditions that are very different from the rest of the year. Rising temperatures, UV radiation, swimming pool chlorine, seawater, and constant air conditioning all cause the skin to lose moisture more easily. As a result, it is common to notice that the skin feels drier, tighter, duller, or even more sensitive.
For this reason, maintaining proper facial hydration during summer is not only an aesthetic concern but also an important part of keeping your skin healthy. Well-hydrated skin maintains its protective barrier more effectively, recovers faster from external aggressors, and looks brighter and healthier.
Although many people associate summer with oilier skin, the reality is that heat increases water loss through the skin. In addition, factors such as sun exposure, wind, chlorine, and air conditioning accelerate this process.
When the skin loses hydration, its protective barrier becomes weaker. This can lead to tightness, flaking, dullness, and even fine expression lines becoming temporarily more noticeable.
For this reason, maintaining proper hydration throughout the summer months is essential to keep your skin in optimal condition.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation not only accelerates skin ageing but also reduces the skin’s ability to retain moisture.
After prolonged sun exposure, it is common for the skin to feel rougher, more sensitive, or warm to the touch. If this happens repeatedly over several weeks, dehydration may become more noticeable, affecting both the appearance and comfort of the skin.
That is why, in addition to applying an appropriate sunscreen, it is important to include hydrating skincare products that help restore the skin barrier.
During the summer, we spend a significant amount of time in air-conditioned environments such as offices, shops, restaurants, or even at home. While air conditioning provides comfort, it also lowers environmental humidity, increasing moisture loss from the skin.
As a result, many people notice that their face feels drier by the end of the day, even if they have barely been exposed to the sun.
Maintaining proper hydration and using suitable skincare products helps minimise these effects.
Dehydration can affect every skin type, including oily skin.
Some common signs include:
Recognising these signs early allows you to restore hydration before the skin becomes more compromised.
Maintaining healthy facial hydration doesn’t require major changes—just consistency and a skincare routine adapted to the season.
Hydration starts from within. During the summer, the body loses more fluids through heat and perspiration, making it essential to drink water regularly throughout the day.
Not all moisturisers are the same. During summer, lightweight textures such as gels or emulsions usually work best because they hydrate without leaving a greasy feeling.
In addition, ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides help maintain the skin’s moisture balance.
Removing sweat, sunscreen, and pollution is important, but using overly harsh cleansers can damage the skin barrier.
The best option is to use gentle cleansers that respect the skin’s natural balance.
Sun protection remains the most important step in any summer skincare routine.
Applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day helps prevent dehydration, premature ageing, and the appearance of dark spots.
Sometimes, a daily skincare routine is not enough to restore optimal skin hydration, especially after intense sun exposure or for people with particularly dry skin.
In these cases, professional facial hydration treatments can deliver moisture into the deeper layers of the skin, gradually improving its elasticity, radiance, and overall quality.
These treatments do not alter facial features or add volume. Their purpose is to restore the skin’s natural hydration so that it regains a fresh, healthy, and well-rested appearance.
Summer can be an excellent time to care for your skin, provided the treatment is recommended by a qualified professional and the appropriate aftercare instructions are followed.
These treatments are particularly suitable for people experiencing:
A medical assessment will determine the most suitable treatment based on each patient’s individual needs.
Many people only start paying attention to their skin when wrinkles or pigmentation spots begin to appear. However, maintaining proper facial hydration is one of the most effective ways to prevent premature ageing and preserve healthy skin for longer.
A consistent at-home skincare routine, combined with personalised treatments when necessary, helps protect the skin from the challenges of summer while maintaining a naturally healthy appearance throughout the year.
At Clínica Torrubia Garbayo, we assess every patient’s individual needs to recommend the most appropriate facial hydration treatment, always following a personalised approach that respects the natural features of the face.
Heat, sun exposure, air conditioning, chlorine, and seawater all contribute to moisture loss, making the skin more prone to dehydration.
If you notice tightness, dullness, flaking, or increased sensitivity, your skin is likely dehydrated and may need additional hydration.
Yes. Having excess oil does not necessarily mean the skin is well hydrated. Oily skin can also lose water and benefit from specific hydrating products.
There are aesthetic medicine treatments designed to improve hydration in the deeper layers of the skin, enhancing radiance, elasticity, and overall skin quality without altering facial features.
Yes, provided they are recommended by a qualified professional and adapted to your skin’s condition. It is also essential to use sunscreen and follow all post-treatment care recommendations.