How to take care of your skin for the start of the school year?

Back to school is coming! You've enjoyed the sun and the beach, but your skin is showing signs of dryness, blemishes or sagging skin . It's time to take care of your skin for the start of the school year by adopting suitable products like our anti-blemish routine , ideal for soothed skin after overexposure to UVA and UVB rays.

The effects of summer on your skin

The sun

While the sun is a powerful anti-inflammatory that can temporarily improve the appearance of the skin and provide its share of vitamins, it unfortunately does not only have positive effects. In fact, it causes hyperkeratinization, that is to say, a thickening of the skin. To protect itself from UV rays , skin exposed to the sun creates a natural barrier by thickening and tightening the pores. The sebum produced can then no longer flow normally and becomes trapped. On the surface, you will see clearer skin, but under the epidermis, the proliferation of bacteria causes the formation of comedones and microcysts that are just waiting to come out. When the skin returns to its normal thickness and the sebum can flow again, the imperfections return. This phenomenon is called the rebound effect .

Sun exposure also disrupts the delicate balance of everyone's skin microbiota. UV rays can alter the composition of these microorganisms in several ways:

• Prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause an imbalance in the skin flora, favoring certain microorganisms to the detriment of others. This imbalance can weaken the skin's natural defenses .

• UV rays can damage the skin's protective barrier , making it more vulnerable to infection and irritation. A weakened skin barrier makes it easier for pathogens to enter and can cause discomfort and itching.

• UV rays can induce skin inflammation , which can change the composition of the microbiota. Inflammation often leads to potentially harmful microorganisms, thus boosting skin problems such as acne or rosacea.

Sea water

In summer, your skin is not only put to the test by the sun. Seawater, even if it has virtues in terms of blood circulation, healing or against certain infections, also tends to dry out the skin , especially when it is very salty. Combined with the sun, salt water can cause itching and lasting irritation of the skin, especially in the most sensitive skin.

Back to school skincare routine step by step

The sun is known to dry out the skin, with heat and sweating accentuating this phenomenon. However, dry skin is more sensitive and therefore more vulnerable to UV rays. To keep your skin glowing when you go back to school, the ideal is to adopt the right habits, exfoliate and moisturize your skin every day. Exfoliating your skin regularly helps eliminate dead cells and promote cell renewal. Your skincare and sunscreen products will be able to penetrate and protect you better. It is then important to moisturize your skin. With the heat, you sweat more. Opt for a light day cream that will maintain your skin's hydration and that will be quickly absorbed. This will avoid a greasy effect on the skin that can also be amplified by heat and sweat.

The Nubiance anti-blemish routine for beautiful skin

To help you take care of your skin so you can shine when you go back to school , try our anti-blemish routine :

• Micelliance® high tolerance micellar water will be your ideal partner for removing make-up from your skin in depth morning and evening, without damaging your skin.

• Cleanactyl® facial cleansing gel cleanses your skin deeply and eliminates all residues of impurities, pollution and external aggressions, using circular movements.

• Exfoclear® face and body exfoliating gel revives your complexion by removing dead surface cells. Once or twice a week, enjoy this scrub to promote cell renewal and bring softness to your skin.

• The ACT-5® intense anti-blemish treatment completes this beauty ritual. You can apply this moisturizing cream to the entire face to hydrate the skin and benefit from its effects against acne (pimples, redness and blackheads) and pigment spots.

Nourish your skin with a moisturizer

You should never forget the nutrition step of your skin to have a natural, luminous and fresh complexion, for both oily and dry skin. To help you, use moisturizers enriched with probiotics or prebiotics. These ingredients promote the growth of good bacteria and support the function of the skin barrier. Probiotics help optimize and restore the skin microbiota by strengthening the skin's natural defenses. They can be applied in the form of creams or emollients. Prebiotics, on the other hand, are ingredients that boost the growth of beneficial microorganisms. By stimulating the growth of favorable bacteria, prebiotics help restore the balance of the skin microbiota. They have the advantage of not requiring the use of live bacteria, thus reducing the risk of adverse skin reactions .

Preparing your skin for fall

As fall approaches, your skin will need maximum attention. With the change of season, the skin is often more prone to dehydration due to the cold and deserves special care. Every day before makeup, you must apply a moisturizer with fatty substances that nourishes and regenerates your skin. This will also provide protection against the wind. The same goes for your daily shower gel or soap, which must be able to prevent your skin from drying out . Also, don't forget your sunscreen , which will protect your skin regardless of your skin type.

Now you know the beauty products you need to show off beautiful skin when you go back to school . Always remember to moisturize your skin well for a complexion full of vitality.