Over-Cleansing? Your Summer Glow Says No
When the Texas heat turns up, so does the temptation to wash your face more often and harder. You might even double up on on exfoliants, grab the super foamy cleanser, or reach for astringent toners to fight off oil and sweat. But here’s the truth: your skin is not a battlefield.
As an esthetician serving Mansfield and the DFW area, I see it all the time - skin that’s red, reactive, dry patches but oily everywhere else. The culprit? Over-cleansing.
Why You Feel Greasy (But Might Actually Be Dehydrated)
In hot, humid weather, your skin naturally produces more oil. But if you’re stripping that oil aggressively, your skin fights back. It ramps up sebum production and weakens your barrier - leaving you in a frustrating cycle of oily but sensitive skin.
Signs you’re over cleansing:
Skin feels tight after washing.
Flakiness or irritation with new products.
More breakouts or dullness despite more effort.
What Your Skin Actually Needs This Summer
Your skin craves balance, not punishment. Especially in the summer, when UV exposure, heat, sweat, and air conditioning can weaken your barrier.
Use a gentle, low-pH cleanser once or twice a day
Avoid exfoliating cleansers more than 2x a week
Skip the harsh scrubs - go for gentle acid based exfoliants
Hydrate with lightweight essences and serums
Lock in moisture with gel creams or ceramide-rich formulas
Your Summer Skin Glow Plan
If your skin feels like it’s in survival mode, it’s time to slow down and rebuild. Your glow doesn’t come from doing more - it comes from doing what’s right.
Want help finding the right products or resetting your routine? Let’s talk about your summer skin strategy at your next facial.
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