While it’s tempting to let routines slide during the summer, keeping up with skincare is still essential! The Finnish summer is kinder to the skin compared to winter dry — air fades away, and the skin benefits from more natural humidity. Still, summer brings its own challenges: UV radiation, increased sweating, and heat stress all call for skincare adjustments.
“In summer, the key pillars of skincare are thorough cleansing, sun protection, and hydration suited to your skin type.”
Explore the key steps in summer skincare and get product tips from a Finnish skincare brand for healthy, radiant summer skin.
How Does Summer Affect Skincare?
Since skin is less prone to dryness in the summer, lighter skincare products feel more natural. As temperatures rise, the skin naturally increases its production of sweat and sebum — so it's important to focus on effective cleansing.
Caring for Different Skin Types in Summer
- Dry Skin: The worst dryness usually eases, but the sun can still dry out the skin. Regular moisturising remains essential.
- Oily, blemish-prone, and congested skin: Warm weather may increase shine and oiliness. Lightweight hydration helps balance the skin and prevent excessive oil production.
- Sensitive and atopic skin: While symptoms often ease in summer, sweat and heat can still irritate. Strengthening the skin’s protective barrier is key.
Summer Skincare Tips for All Skin Types
Thorough Cleansing is the Cornerstone of Summer Skincare It’s especially important to cleanse thoroughly in the summer to remove sunscreen, makeup, sweat, and environmental debris from your pores.
However, effective cleansing doesn't mean using harsh or drying cleansers. Overly aggressive products can disrupt the skin’s natural barrier and cause problems. We recommend double cleansing: First, use an oil-based cleanser to gently melt away sunscreen and makeup without drying out the skin. Follow up with a water-based cleanser like a cleansing milk or emulsion to remove any remaining residue.
Product Tips:
Oat Wonder® Silky Cleansing Oil
A gentle oil cleanser with calming oat oil. Removes makeup and sunscreen without drying the skin. Silky texture, easy to rinse.
NOBE Superfood Skincare Oat Wonder® Gentle Cleansing Cream
A mild cleanser perfect for the second step in double cleansing or for a morning cleanse on bare skin.
Refresh and Hydrate with Facial Toners
Even Throughout the Day Toners are especially handy in summer — they're light and watery, yet deeply hydrating. Rather than cleansing, a toner preps your skin for the next steps in your routine. Tip: A cooling facial mist is a perfect pick-me-up throughout the day or after a sauna.
Product Tips:
NOBE Cooling Care Frosty Face Mist
Instantly soothes and refreshes tight, dehydrated skin. Fine mist can be used over makeup. Contains oat xylitol for a hydrating and balancing effect. Tip: For an extra cooling effect, store in the fridge!
NEW: NOBE Forest Elixir® Microbiome Strengthening Toner
Deeply hydrating and calming toner, ideal for reducing redness and inflammation. Contains birch sap and Re-Connecting Nature® forest microbiome extract, which strengthens the skin barrier.
Switch to Lighter Moisturisers
Hydration is essential all year, even for oily skin. In summer, lightweight gel moisturisers are popular because they absorb quickly and don’t feel heavy.
Product Tips:
Forest Elixir® Microbiome Enriching Gel Moisturizer
A fast-absorbing gel that works well under makeup. Contains forest microbiome extract to support the skin’s natural defense.
Oat Wonder® Calming Moisturizer
Soothing, fast-absorbing cream, ideal for dry and sensitive skin. Oat oil provides omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E.
Soothe, Cool, and De-Puff with Face Masks
Need extra care for overheated or dry skin? Sheet masks and hydrogel masks are summer essentials.
Face masks help to:
- Refresh
- Hydrate
- Reduce puffiness
- Soothe sun-stressed skin
Product Tips:
NOBE Cooling Care Reviving Hydrogel Mask
Cooling hydrogel mask that reduces puffiness. Oat xylitol helps bind moisture and naturally cool the skin. Tip: Use 1–2 times a week or more as needed. Store in the fridge for extra cooling.
Forest Elixir® Microbiome Balancing Sheet Mask
Deeply hydrating lyocell sheet mask with forest microbiome extract, green tea, and smoothing hyaluronic acid.
Don’t Forget Body Care!
Summer clothing reveals more skin, exposing it to sun, sweat, and minor irritations from outdoor activities. It’s essential to pamper the skin on your body too!
Product Tips:
Forest Elixir® Microbiome Strengthening Body Lotion
Rich yet fast-absorbing lotion with shea butter and forest microbiome extract. Suitable for the whole family.
Forest Elixir® Microbiome Repairing Hand Cream
Perfect for hands stressed by gardening. Natural oils and microbiome extract deeply nourish sensitive skin.
Forest Elixir® Barefoot Balm
For sandal season — say goodbye to rough heels. Rich foot balm repairs dry feet with betaine and forest microbiome extract.
Summary: Summer Skincare Checklist
- Focus on gentle but thorough double cleansing
- Choose lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturisers, and don’t skip toner
- Use cooling products during hot weather (try the NOBE Cooling Care line)
- Take care of your body skin too, sun exposure can dry it out
- Support your skin from the inside by staying hydrated and always use sunscreen
