Hydration Isn’t Just Water: 4 Ways to Re-hydrate Your Skin This Summer

When the temperature rises and the sun’s out in full force, most of us instinctively reach for our water bottles. Staying hydrated is essential—but your skin needs more than just water to stay healthy, radiant, and resilient in the summer heat.

In fact, summer is one of the most dehydrating seasons for your skin. Between increased UV exposure, salt water, chlorine, air conditioning, and sweaty pores, your skin barrier takes a beating. And no, spritzing your face with tap water or sipping from a Stanley isn’t enough.

If your skin’s feeling tight, flaky, irritated, or just a little meh, here are four powerful ways to rehydrate, restore, and reclaim your glow this summer.

Start With Professional Hydration: Summer-Ready Facials

Let’s talk about your first line of defense: clinical-level hydration. Facials that are designed to restore moisture and repair the skin barrier are game-changers during the summer.

At Flight Aesthetics + Salon, our go-to recommendation is the HydraFacial, a multi-step treatment that:

  • Gently exfoliates and cleanses the skin

  • Extracts debris without irritation

  • Infuses your skin with deeply penetrating serums (like hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants)

This facial is safe for all skin types and is especially effective for treating dullness, uneven tone, congestion, and dehydration. You leave with skin that’s plump, glowing, and refreshed—without downtime.

 Bonus: If you’re traveling or attending events this summer, book a HydraFacial 3–5 days before for your ultimate "camera-ready" skin.

Optimize Your Skincare Routine for Moisture Retention

Hydrated skin starts at home—with the right products and the right layering techniques. During summer, your skin’s needs shift: it’s more prone to water loss (aka transepidermal water loss), sensitivity, and barrier damage.

Here’s how to adjust your routine:

  • Use a gentle, non-stripping cleanser –  morning and night

  • Incorporate a hyaluronic acid serum – apply it on damp skin to pull moisture in, morning and night

  • Gently exfoliate 1–3 times a week –  morning, to remove dead skin cells and help hydration products absorb more effectively

  • Apply SPF as your final step – every morning, no exceptions

Consider also adding:

·       Niacinamide to strengthen the skin barrier

·       Aloe or green tea extracts for calming

·       Antioxidants like vitamin C to defend against UV-induced free radical damage

 Hydration tip: Avoid alcohol-heavy toners, clay masks, or over-exfoliating acids—they strip the very moisture your skin is craving.

Protect and Perfect Your Skin with ColoreScience Sunscreen Makeup

Sun protection is non-negotiable—but who says it can’t also enhance your natural beauty? That’s why we’re proud to carry ColoreScience, a brand that combines powerful mineral SPF protection with hydrating, tinted makeup formulas designed for all skin types.

Here’s why ColoreScience is a summer skincare must-have:

  • Mineral-based broad-spectrum SPF 30+ with zinc oxide provides gentle yet effective defense against harmful UVA and UVB rays.

  • Hydrating antioxidants and soothing botanicals help keep your skin calm, moisturized, and radiant all day long.

  • Tinted formulas that effortlessly even out your complexion, reduce redness, and provide natural-looking coverage—so you can protect your skin and look flawless without heavy makeup.

  • Reef-safe and clean ingredient formulations, letting you care for your skin and the environment simultaneously.

Whether you want a daily lightweight tint with SPF or a buildable coverage option that protects and hydrates, ColoreScience offers an easy way to simplify your summer routine while keeping your skin safe and glowing.

Protect the Hydration You’ve Worked For

Here’s the truth: if you’re not protecting your skin with SPF and barrier-supporting ingredients, you’re losing all the moisture you just added.

UV exposure doesn’t just age you—it dehydrates you. It breaks down collagen, weakens your skin’s moisture barrier, and triggers inflammation.

Make SPF your best friend:

  • Choose a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher

  • Reapply every 2 hours when outdoors

  • Use physical blockers (like zinc oxide) if you’re sensitive or acne-prone

Pair it with:

  • Antioxidants (vitamin C, ferulic acid) to prevent sun-induced free radical damage

  • Barrier-repair ingredients like ceramides or squalane to lock in moisture

 Pro tip: Don’t forget your neck, ears, chest, and the tops of your hands.

 

Your Skin Deserves to Thrive—Not Just Survive This Summer

Hydration isn’t a luxury. It’s a cornerstone of healthy, radiant skin—especially when the heat is high and the sun is strong. By combining in-office treatments, smart at-home routines, product support like ColoreScience & ZO Skin Health, and consistent protection, you can maintain that soft, supple summer glow all season long.

 

Ready to Rehydrate?

Book your treatment now, or stop by for a free, personalized skin consult. Your summer glow starts here.

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