A Humid-Weather Skincare Routine: Cleanser, Moisturiser and SPF in Order
The routine
Morning
- Rinse or cleanse. A gentle cleanser removes sweat and oil. CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser is a gel-to-foam cleanser with salicylic acid for rough, bumpy skin.
- Moisturise. Even oily skin needs moisture. Lighter lotions and water creams such as L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Filler Plumping Water Cream suit humid weather.
- Sunscreen last. Use a broad-spectrum SPF like L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Clinical SPF50+ UV Fluid or a moisturiser with SPF50 like CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50, and reapply when you are outdoors.
Night
- Remove makeup and sunscreen with a cleanser.
- Apply a moisturiser, or an active product if you use one.
Ground rules
- Introduce one new product at a time and patch test first.
- Do not over-exfoliate. Salicylic acid or urea products such as CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream are for rough skin, not irritated skin.
- If you have acne, eczema or a lasting rash, see a pharmacist or dermatologist.
More reading
See our face moisturiser guide and SPF50 guide. For sun safety for the whole family, read sun protection for women, men and children.
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This guide is general information. Patch test new skincare products on a small area first, and speak to a pharmacist or dermatologist if you have sensitive skin, a skin condition, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.