Summer means increased UV exposure, so it is important to adjust your skincare routine to account for more time in the sun. To help keep your skin healthy, comfortable, and youthful-looking all season long, our Fort Worth medical spa team shares a few smart skincare tweaks for your summer skincare routine.
1. Ease Up on Actives
Active ingredients such as retinol, glycolic acid, and salicylic acid speed cell turnover (and are ideal for keeping signs of aging and other imperfections at bay!), yet UV exposure makes freshly renewed skin more vulnerable to damage. You can maintain the benefits of these skincare staples without the irritation by adjusting your protocol:
- Apply retinol three nights a week at most, choosing evenings before low-exposure days.
- Pause stronger chemical exfoliants and more frequent application until the fall and winter months.
This balanced approach lets you support collagen and clarity without triggering redness or uneven pigmentation when you are in the sun.
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2. Substitute Gentle Physical Exfoliation for Strong Chemical Peels
When you dial back chemical exfoliants, dead cells and other impurities can linger on your skin and block that summer glow. A professional-grade facial scrub every other morning (as tolerated) sweeps away sweat, sunscreen and makeup residue, and excess oil, keeping pores clear and texture smooth with no sting or redness. Remember to listen to your skin: if light flaking or tightness occurs, reduce scrubs to two or three times weekly.
One of our favorite scrubs is ZO® Skin Health’s Exfoliating Polish. Stop by our office or shop our online store and have it shipped right to your door.
3. Lighten Up Your Daytime Moisturizer
Warm, humid air helps skin retain water naturally, so the rich cream that felt comforting in January may now feel suffocating. Swap your heavy winter moisturizer with a weightless gel or lotion formulated with humectants such as glycerin or hyaluronic acid; it locks in moisture without the feel of a thicker formula. Feel free to use heavier moisturizers and nourishing night cream once the sun sets, so these thicker formulas can work their reparative magic overnight.
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4. Treat Sunscreen as Your Daily Non-Negotiable
Sun protection is the most important product in every skincare routine, no matter the season, and not all sunscreens are created equal. We recommend medical-grade sunblock options to ensure your skin is adequately protected and the ingredients support your skincare goals.
- Choose a broad-spectrum mineral SPF 30+ with zinc and/or titanium for reliable defense.
- Apply a generous layer as the last step of your morning routine—ears, neck, and the backs of hands included.
- Reapply every two hours (and immediately after swimming or heavy sweating).
We love Colorescience® powdered SPF brushes and sheer zinc lotions; both slip easily into a purse or beach bag and make touch-ups effortless. They are also TSA-friendly for your travels this summer! We keep our office stocked and would be happy to help you select the right formula; stop by or order online.
A personalized Hydrafacial is one of our most popular summer skin treatments because of its nourishing serums and pampering experience.
Need to Repair & Renew Sun-Damaged Skin?
Even with diligent prevention, discoloration, sun spots, and signs of aging can settle into your complexion over time. To refresh sun-stressed skin and restore an even, healthy-looking glow, we offer several premium skin treatments.
| Treatment | How It Helps | Why We Love It |
| IPL Photofacial | Targets brown spots and redness with pulses of broadband light. | Quick sessions, minimal downtime, visible clarity after a single series. |
| Fractional Laser Resurfacing | Stimulates fresh collagen while fading signs of aging, skin imperfections, and sun-related damage. | Customizable intensity means we adapt it to your skin type and concern. |
| Morpheus8 RF Microneedling | Remodels collagen, tightens texture, and clears imperfections with tiny needles with radiofrequency energy. | Delivers a smoother surface and softens sun-etched lines and wrinkles without surgery. |
| VI Peels | Uses controlled acids to lift dull cells and encourage clearer, healthier layers to emerge. | Adjustable treatment depths to target concerns without overtreating the skin. |
| Hydrafacial MD | Cleanses, exfoliates, and infuses antioxidants that combat free-radical damage from UV exposure. | Zero downtime and an instant glow you can enjoy year-round without worrying about sensitivity. |
Our licensed and highly experienced medical spa team recommends the right treatment (or combination of treatments) based on your skin concerns, and helps you plan the best time to undergo each procedure to avoid disrupting your summer vacation plans to accommodate any downtime.
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Let Us Personalize Your Summer Routine
Schedule a complimentary consultation at Kalos Medical Spa in Fort Worth for personalized recommendations on the right professional-grade skincare and sunscreen for your skin and lifestyle. Call or text 817-292-4200 to request an appointment today.
