Sensitive Skin This Summer? Here's How to Stay Protected in the Heat

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Sensitive Skin This Summer? Here’s How to Stay Protected in the Heat

☀️ When the Heat Rises, Skin Problems may be triggered

Summer is a time for sunbath, vacations, and poolside vibes—but if you have sensitive skin, it can quickly turn into a season of redness, itchiness, and flare-ups.

From UV rays to sweat to humidity, your skin may go through a lot during the summer season. But don’t worry—Medplus Pharmacy has the tips and affordable skincare products you need to keep your skin calm, hydrated, and protected.

Let’s break it down 👇

🔬 What Is Sensitive Skin, Really?

Sensitive skin reacts easily to:

Sun exposure ☀️
Heat and sweat 💦
Fragrance or harsh ingredients 🧪
Even your laundry detergent!

Sunburn, itching, redness, breakouts, or dry patches, especially in summer, is a common problem, but can be very troublesome.

🔥 Top Summer Skin Stressors (and How to Fight Back)

Here are the most common triggers and how to manage them:

1. UV Exposure

UV from the sun is the #1 enemy for sensitive skin.

✅ Solution: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30 ideally with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. These are mineral-based and less irritating, which makes it more friendly for Sensitive Skin.

🛒 Find affordable, pharmacist-approved sunscreens at Medplus—ask our team for sensitive skin-friendly options!

2. Sweat and Friction

Think of tight clothes, underboob sweat, or chafing between thighs. Sound familiar?

✅ Solution: Choose breathable fabrics, stay cool, and use barrier creams or powders for extra comfort.

3. Heat Rash & Breakouts

Pores get clogged easily when you’re hot and sweaty, especially under masks or makeup.

✅ Solution: Cleanse gently twice a day and use non-comedogenic moisturizers—we’ve got a shelf full of them for your personalized needs!

🧴 Must-Have Pharmacy Picks for Sensitive Skin This Summer

Here’s our top recommendations to be stocked:

Fragrance-free sunscreen
Lightweight, alcohol-free toner
Soothing moisturizers with ceramides or aloe
Gentle micellar water for cleansing
Antihistamine creams for heat rash relief

👩‍⚕️ Ask our Medplus team—we’ll help you pick the right products based on your skin type and budget!

❄️ Cooling Tips for Daily Relief

Try these skin-soothing hacks:

Store your toner or sheet mask in the fridge for an instant cool-down. This will also make you feel more comfortable on the application.
Mist your face every 3-4 hours on mid-day with a hydrating spray.
Swap heavy creams for gel-based formulas
Drink more water (staying hydrated helps skin too!)