Water

Don’t take too many showers: Yes, its summertime and you’re working up a sweat, but taking too many showers throughout the day can create havoc with your skin. To avoid looking like a prune, douse in small doses of water and always moisturize immediately after showering.

Do drink plenty of water: While topically water can hinder your skin, drinking 64 ounces of water daily is essential for a healthy complexion because it flushes out toxins and keeps your insides running efficiently. Whether you drink bottled, filtered, or tap water it doesn’t really matter as long as your getting eight glasses a day. Remember that fruits and veggies are also good sources of H20. Not forgetting your body needs water to regulate your body temperature and to provide the means for nutrients to travel to all your organs.

Moisturising

Don’t go overboard with rich moisturisers: While you want to keep your skin supple during summer, you can afford to lighten up the layer especially since thick doesn’t always mean better. Heavy creams can actually create a barrier on the surface of your skin which may stop your skin from absorbing moisture. Also creams that contain synthetic ingredients can trap dead cells and leave your complexion looking dull.

Too many products

Don’t apply too many face products at once, no matter how eager you are to try them out. As using too many products has a greater chance of irritating the skin and you have least chances of discovering which products do and don’t work for your skin.  

Do nourish your skin with a nutrient-packed moisturizer in other words, rather than use a bunch of different formulas, find a multitasking hero product that takes care of your needs in one go. Look for one that contains vitamin C, to even skin tone and minimize blotchiness, and potent antiagers like retinoic acid and niacinamide. Not forgetting you should wear a moisturiser that includes sun protection factor (SPF) of 15.

Coffee Love

  Don’t drink too much coffee: While a cup a day without whipped cream, sugar substitutes, etc may be beneficial, too much coffee can be dehydrating to your skin and honestly your skin needs all the hydration it can get!. The worst thing it could do for your skin is mess up your sleeping habit.

Do lavish your face and body with coffee: As coffee contains an antioxidant Caffeine and acts as a stimulant. This stimulant property is also true when it comes to facial care. When the coffee mask is applied to skin, it can improve the blood circulation, the exfoliation removes the dead skin cells and it gives the appearance of freshness. It also acts as a cellulite scrub and helps remove the fluids present between fat cells and hence, diminishes the cellulite. It helps makes the skin smooth and silky.

The Right Way to Scrub

Don’t use harsh scrubs or scrub too often: They can cause tiny lacerations in the skin and make your skin more vulnerable. The general rule is to exfoliate twice a week however your skin type plays a factor. Oily skin can handle exfoliation sessions up to four times a week, whereas dry or sensitive skin should stick to once- or twice-a-week scrubs.

Do exfoliate with natural fruit enzymes: Fruit acids from pumpkin, papaya, and pineapple, for example, dissolve dead skin cells gently yet effectively. Happy with your current product but want to get fruity? Pump up your scrub by squirting a little lemon juice into it for instant brightening and buffing action.

Hands On, Hands Off

Don’t over massage the skin or touch your face too much: A facial massage can help relieve stress, improve elasticity, and provide a healthy glow, but stimulating the skin too much can also irritate sensitive skin and worsen acne, psoriasis, or eczema. Also, try not to touch your skin during the day when your fingers might not be clean.

Do use the “zipper” technique: When applying anti aging creams and serums to fine lines and wrinkles this will create a crevice-free surface so that the cream/serum can effectively penetrate. Here’s how to do it: Using your index finger and middle finger, gently push the skin on either side of the line outward. Keeping fingers spread, use a finger from your other hand to “zip up” the smoothed-out area in between with product.

Blemishes Be Gone

Don’t use a harsh alcohol-based toner or toothpaste to tame blemishes: Stripping the skin of moisture will send oil glands into overdrive and may worsen your condition. Likewise, a dab of toothpaste on problem spots will do more harm than good: The menthol it contains can cause itching and inflammation, resulting in further acne flare-ups.

Lip Service

Don’t go for medicated balms: If you want to keep your lips kissable for summer, skip menthol- or camphor-based salves. The tingle can be intoxicating, but these formulas won’t protect your pout; they’ll only make it drier. Look for lip balms or glosses with ingredients like shea butter and beeswax instead, both of which coat your lips with a layer that helps protect and nourish.