It is time to put away the rich textured creams and moisturisers and bring out lightweight skincare substitutes.

Summer officially has us in its trenches — the temperatures are about to hit half of hundred degrees and our skin is begging us to change the course of action.

Key goal? Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate!

The golden word for the season remains to be hydration (as cliche as it may seem). Everyone knows this, but how much of it are we infusing into our skincare routine? Not enough.

Think glow-boosting moisturisers, serums, toners and masks that will rejuvenate your skin — avoiding the rough and dry patches.

Heat in the UAE is often not humid, further enhancing the dryness of your skin. To tackle this unbearable heat for the next few months, stock up on armour of protective, moisture-infused, lightweight skincare products in your routine.

Go beyond just layering a number of products on your skin every day, prepare a moisture sandwich and lock it for that intense replenishment.

Skincare essentials to include in your routine

Cleansing, toning, moisturising and protecting your skin from the harsh sun is imperative in this weather. While building a routine, make sure you opt for products with multiple benefits and duality in terms of ingredients.

To make the process seamless, we’ve listed a number of summer essentials you need in your skincare kit this season — shop away.

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Drunk Elephant

F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial for Dhs219. It is a quenching overnight mask that will plump your skin and restore its hydration with an electrolyte cocktail.

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La Mer

The Resurfacing Treatment for Dhs550. This is a gentle liquid exfoliator that comes with replenishing Miracle Broth™ AHA, BHA, and PHA acid. It will balance and hydrate your skin, leaving it feel smoother and clearer.

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Summer Fridays

Lip Butter Balm for Dhs123. It will seal in the hydration into your lips for a long period of time.

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Fenty Skin

Jelly Oil Makeup-Melting Cleanser for Dhs125. This is a blend of 9 luxe oils, crafted to remove every type of waterproof and longwear makeup.

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Tatcha

Water Duo for Dhs124. This combination of exfoliating cleanser and lightweight moisturiser visibly tightens the pores and minimizes excess oil.

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Rare Beauty

Always An Optimist 4-In-1 Mist for Dhs80. A glow-boosting mist that will hydrate, prime, set, and refresh your skin wherever you go.

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Lineage

Radian-C Brightening Treatment Essence for Dhs170. A skin toning treatment concentrated in vitamin C and antioxidants, for an immediately brighter, smoother and more even skin tone.

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Drunk Elephant

Bouncy Brightfacial for Dhs279. It is a radiance-boosting leave-on mask with 10% azelaic and 1% salicylic acids. It will help clarify uneven tone, fade stubborn spots, and reduce redness.

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Laneige

Lip Sleeping Mask for Dhs120. It’s a nourishing night mask which will soften, smoothen and hydrate your lips.

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Sol De Janeiro

Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 71 Hair & Body Perfume Mist for Dhs160. With notes of caramelized vanilla and toasted macadamia nut, this hair and body mist will leave you refressed and smelling pleasant.

All above products are available on Sephora Middle East and Apotheca Beauty

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