As spring is in full bloom we enjoy vibrant colours, sunny days and most importantly, a break from the winter’s chill. Whilst your excitement for summer starts to sizzle, it's important not to overlook the need to prepare for the summer heat ahead. 

Amidst the excitement of your sunny adventures, the summer heat can sneak up on you. The change in temperature, increase in humidity and the scorching sun’s stronger UV rays can wreak havoc on your skin. The intense heat leaves the skin dehydrated, oily, itchy and unbearably sticky. 

Additionally, the situation is only becoming worse year after year due to the effects of global warming. As many continue to ignore the very real threat and effects of global warming, they continue to destroy our natural environment instead of protecting it. As the Earth is evidently getting hotter, we can really feel the difference on our skin in the summers. If not treated, this intense heat can cause nasty skin issues like:

1) Dry Skin

The summer heat and humidity absorbs more than just the moisture in the air, it zaps the moisture from your skin. Besides harming your skin cells due to the lack of hydration, dry skin can cause irritation, itchiness and can lead to eczema and other skin issues

2) Acne

The heat can leave the skin oily as it activates oil secretion and sweat. Due to this, pollutants get access to the skin pores and leave skin damaged and dirty. This combination causes acne and leaves the skin looking dull. 

3) Sunburn

The direct rays of the sun and depleting ozone layer causes exposure to the sun's harmful UV rays. These ultraviolet rays damage the skin and lead to sunburn, premature aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer.

Preventing the heat from damaging your skin is going to take more than sunscreen and a hat. You need natural skincare products that nourish your skin and provide moisturization to protect it from the sun. With plant-based ingredients and nourishing formulas free of harsh chemicals, prep your skin for the summer with Dr. Natural to keep it looking its best.

Dr. Natural offers a range of natural skincare products that can help prevent damage to the skin and effectively cleanse and hydrate it so you can keep your natural glow: 

• Our gentle Castile soaps are made with natural ingredients which help to cleanse and moisturize your skin without stripping it of its natural oils. 

• Our Castile Body Lotions are enriched with nourishing ingredients like shea butter to help lock in hydration and protect your skin from the drying effects of the summer sun. 

• Our Activated Charcoal Soaps are formulated to gently remove dirt, oil, and impurities from your skin, leaving it feeling clean, fresh, and rejuvenated.

• Our range of Natural Deodorants provide chemical-free long lasting scents which are available in fun and rejuvenating fragrances that do not damage your skin