How to maintain the glow effect on the skin after the summer

During the summer, the skin tends to look brighter, more even, and with that healthy glow known as the “glow effect”. Sun, rest and a simpler routine contribute to this healthy look. However, when temperatures drop and we return to our routine, the luminosity tends to fade. The good news is that, with some basic care and consistency, you can keep the glow effect on your skin beyond the summer.

What is the glow effect on the skin and why do we lose it after the summer?

The glow effect It is associated with skin that reflects light softly and evenly. But, far from what the term may suggest, it has nothing to do with artificial shine or oily skin. It is a natural luminosity, typical of well-hydrated, supple and balanced skin, which transmits a feeling of health and rest. 

During the summer, this effect is usually easier to see, but when we return to our routine it often dulls. This is due to dehydration from prolonged sun exposure and factors such as stress, lack of sleep, pollution or a poor diet. Maintaining the glow effect is not only an aesthetic issue, but requires constant care of the skin inside and out.

Hydration: the key to maintaining the glow longer

If there is one decisive factor in preserving the glow effect, it is hydration. Well-hydrated skin reflects light better and looks more even.

It is important to choose a suitable moisturizer, which provides water and helps retain it. Light textures during the day and somewhat more nourishing formulas at night are a good combination. Drinking enough water and not forgetting areas such as the neck and neckline also makes a difference in the final result.

Care routine to restore radiance

To keep your skin glowing, there is no need for a particularly complicated routine, but you do need one that is constant. To begin with, it is essential to maintain a gentle daily cleanse to remove impurities and accumulated debris without disturbing the skin’s balance

After summer, it is common for the skin to accumulate dead cells and lose freshness. Therefore, it is highly recommended to exfoliate regularly, once or twice a week, to help stimulate cell renewal, improve texture and recover luminosity progressively. To complete the routine, serums with moisturising and antioxidant active ingredients are perfect, as they provide that extra energy that leaves the skin more even, smooth and receptive, without overloading it or weakening its natural barrier.

Light makeup to enhance the glow effect during the summer

Makeup can be a great ally to maintain the glow effect left by the summer. But it is not about covering the skin but about enhancing it with light products that provide light and freshness in a natural way, adapting the intensity to the time of day and the environment. With just three basic products you can achieve it in a simple and flattering way:

• Lightweight foundations and liquid products: BB creams, light-textured foundations or hybrid formulas help to even out the tone without clogging the skin. Applied in small quantities, they leave a natural finish that accompanies the colour that remains after the summer.
• Bronzers: Bronzing powders, in shades close to natural tanning, provide warmth when gently worked on areas such as cheekbones, forehead or the nose. Well blended, they reinforce the glow effect without looking artificial.
• Highlighter: Applied to the high points of the face, such as the cheekbone or the arch of the eyebrow, it helps to reflect light in a discreet and flattering way, without overloading make-up.

As a finishing touch, you can use creamy eyeshadows in neutral tones or a lip balm with a slight shine that help maintain a neat, luminous and natural look.

Habits that help keep your skin glowing all year round

But apart from products, there are small habits that directly influence the glow effect on the skin. Adequate rest and a balanced diet help the skin look more even and with a better tone. Prioritizing foods rich in vitamins and antioxidants, such as fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats, contributes to more supple and healthy-looking skin. It is also important to maintain a regular intake of water throughout the day, as it helps the skin to retain its elasticity and reflect light better. In addition, also important is protection against sudden changes in temperature and consistency in the daily routine. 

In short, choosing products suitable for each time of the year and taking care of yourself from within are simple gestures that allow you to prolong that natural luminosity which favours us so much and which does not have to disappear with the end of summer.