Summer was a bit of a washout in the UK, so who can blame us for making the most of it when the sun finally appeared? Of course, we all protected our hair and skin (didn’t we?), but still, damage gets done.
“After summer, your skin may suffer from dehydration due to moisture loss and a weakened skin barrier,” says Anjali Mahto, consultant dermatologist and founder of clinic, Self London “You may notice the development of hyperpigmentation: dark spots and uneven skin tone, and an acceleration of signs of ageing like fine lines and wrinkles.”
Nails and hair suffer from sun damage too, from sun and chlorine to salt and extra dry – or extra humid – air. “These temporary changes can leave hair in a state of shock,” says Tom Smith, hair trend forecaster, “meaning that there can be some work to do to overcompensate for any damage caused.”
Happily, a few swaps in your beauty regime will help restore your skin, hair and nails, and also keep the holiday glow going. These are my fail-safes for a post-summer reboot for all skin and hair types.
