Summer skincare - must haves for radiant skin

The summer sun may feel good, but it isn’t always kind to your skin. Hot weather, humidity, and longer days outdoors can worsen hyperpigmentation, trigger stubborn dark spots, increase acne breakouts, and even flare up conditions like eczema. Here’s how you can address common summer skincare concerns and keep your skin balanced all season long.

If you’re prone to dark spots, melanin-inhibiting ingredients should become your skin’s best friend. Actives such as Tranexamic Acid, Kojic Acid, Niacinamide, and Alpha Arbutin help regulate melanin production, fade existing discoloration, and prevent new dark marks from forming—making them essential in any targeted summer skincare routine.

Some of our favourite products in this category are; 

Smooch Honeyglow Brightening Serum - this contains Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide, Alpha Arbutin and Vitamin C. This serum can be used daily to fade dark marks and brighten your skin's appearance 

Mzuri Kojic Acid and Glutathione Soap - contains Kojic Acid and Glutathione. This is a daily cleansing soap that can be used on your face and body to fade uneven skin and pigmentation. 

Axis-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Cream - contains Niacinamide which fades dark spots and blemishes on the skin. This is a moisturiser perfect for daily use. 

Beat summer breakouts with the power of double cleansing. This two-step routine clears away excess oil, SPF, and makeup — the hidden triggers of clogged pores. Begin with a nourishing cleansing oil to melt away buildup, then follow with an exfoliating cleanser for that deep, refreshing clean. Shop our curated cleansers to keep your summer skin clear and glowing. 

Try oil cleansers or cleansing balms like the Skin Functional Cleansing Balm and Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Deep Cleansing Oil. Follow up with an exfoliating cleanser. 

If you tend to have eczema breakouts you should look out for skincare products with ingredients like; Lactic Acid to exfoliate and soothe, Niacinamide to repair your skin barrier and fade blemishes as well as Zinc Oxide to help soothe and calm irritation while forming a protective barrier on your skin. Find these active ingredients in Pastry Skincare Lactic Acid Body Wash, Lelive Hydrate and Firm Body Butter with Niacinamide and the Avene+ Cicaflate Absorbing Spray.