Skin care in late summer: How to bring your skin back into balance

Skin care in late summer: How to keep your skin balanced

Late summer is a special time: The days are still warm, the sun is strong, but the nights are already getting cooler. Your skin immediately notices this change. After a summer full of sun, wind, chlorine, or salt water, it is often dry, sensitive, and sometimes even blemished. At the same time, the transition to autumn calls for more protection and moisture. With the right care, you can optimally support your skin now so it stays healthy and looks fresh.

Why your skin needs special attention in late summer

Your skin has been through a lot this summer:

• UV radiation has removed moisture and accelerated skin aging.
• Salt and chlorinated water have strained the skin barrier.
• Heat and sweat have boosted sebum production, which promotes blemishes.
• Temperature fluctuations between day and night make the skin even more sensitive.

The consequences are often dryness, tightness, dark spots, a dull complexion, or even minor skin imperfections. Now is the time to adapt your skincare routine to your new needs.

Your skin care in late summer – step by step

1. Cleaning: mild but effective

Thoroughly cleanse your skin morning and night to remove dirt, sweat, and makeup. Avoid harsh foams or products containing alcohol—they only dry it out further. Gentle cleansing gels or creams are better. In the evening, a double cleanse is a good idea: first a cleansing oil, then a mild gel.

2. Moisture is key

After cleansing, your skin needs moisture. Serums with hyaluronic acid or aloe vera replenish moisture reserves. Follow with a day or night cream that strengthens the skin barrier.

3. Gentle peels for a new glow

A mild scrub will free your skin of dead cells. Once a week is completely sufficient. Enzyme peels or mild fruit acids are best, as mechanical peels can unnecessarily irritate the skin at this stage.

4. UV protection remains mandatory

Just because the sun isn't as strong doesn't mean you should forget about sunscreen. UVA rays are active year-round and cause your skin to age faster. Therefore, even in late summer, use a daily moisturizer with at least SPF 20.

5. Night care for regeneration

In the evening, you can pamper your skin with richer care: creams with ceramides, panthenol, or natural oils are perfect for strengthening the skin barrier and relieving feelings of tightness.

6. Care from within

Drink plenty of water and eat foods rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Berries, grapes, pumpkin, nuts, and omega-3 fatty acids from fish or flaxseed help your skin regenerate from within.

Additional care: body, lips and eye area

• Pamper your body skin with rich lotions or oils.
• Protect your lips with nourishing balm.
• Pamper the sensitive eye area with a light cream to combat dryness wrinkles.

Extra tips for sensitive skin

If your skin is sensitive, it often reacts particularly strongly to the changing seasons. Redness, tightness, or minor inflammation are not uncommon. Therefore, pay attention to these points:

• Use only low-irritation products without alcohol, fragrances or harsh ingredients.
• Strengthen your skin barrier with creams containing ceramides, allantoin, or oat extracts.
• Be careful with peels – a mild enzyme peel every few weeks is sufficient.
• When it comes to sunscreen, opt for mineral filters as they are more compatible.
• For acute redness, use thermal water spray or soothing creams with panthenol.

Which Quellmed products support you in late summer

Especially in late summer, you'll benefit from skincare that provides intensive moisture, strengthens the skin barrier, and is gentle enough for sensitive skin. Quellmed relies on natural healing spring water with over 21 minerals such as zinc, magnesium, and silicon – ideal for soothing and regenerating stressed skin.

• Quellmed Original Skin Spray
  Instantly refreshes and hydrates your skin. Perfect after sun exposure, exercise, or when your skin feels tight.
• Quellmed Nourishing Skin Cream
  Provides intensive moisture, strengthens the skin barrier, and protects against dehydration. Especially suitable for dry or sensitive skin.
• Quellmed Concentrate Acute Roller
  Precise relief for redness, irritation, or minor blemishes. Instant relief and support skin regeneration.
• Quellmed soaps
  Gentle cleanser that removes makeup, sweat, and dirt without drying out the skin—perfect for your late summer routine.
• Quellmed GOLD Edition
  The all-round package: skin spray, cream, cleanser, and acute care in one set – ideal if you want to care for your skin holistically.

All products are free from fragrances, alcohol, parabens, and synthetic preservatives, making them particularly suitable for sensitive skin—exactly what your skin needs in late summer.

Conclusion

Late summer is the ideal time to treat your skin. After the sunny months, it needs moisture, gentle regeneration, and protection from further stress. With a gentle cleanser, rich moisturizer, regular UV protection, and a nutrient-rich diet, you can bring your skin back into balance.

If you rely on products that are both effective and gentle – like those from Quellmed – you'll be well prepared for the transitional season. This will keep your skin fresh, radiant, and optimally prepared for fall.