The 15 Best Summer Beauty Essentials, According to Skin Type
Summer means sun, surf, and a wardrobe of cute swimsuits, but what about the best summer beauty products that will keep your skin protected for the season? Rather than bringing your normal skincare routine into the summer months, your summer skincare routine should consist of summer beauty essentials that are lighter in weight (so as not to clog pores) and specific to your skin type for the best results. Beach-friendly beauty products that work morning and night are necessary for hydrated, healthy skin, so consider this your ultimate guide to the best summer beauty products that you need to add to your cart stat.
Summer Beauty Essentials for Sensitive Skin
SkinCeuticals Soothing Cleanser
82 reviews
$39.00
Loading up on sunscreen and spending too much time in the sun can cause sensitive skin to go into overdrive. Rather than further irritate the skin with a harsh cleanser, opt for this soothing summer beauty product, which gently cleanses the skin while hydrating it for happy skin.
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La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluide
190 reviews
$30.99
Sensitive skin can become red, inflamed, and angry due to the summer heat, which is why a well-formulated daily moisturizer is a must. This lightweight one is chock-full of skin-soothing thermal water and hydrating ingredients to go to work fast and restore moisture to the skin.
Allies of Skin The One SPF 50 Invisible Sunscreen Gel
$45.00
This does-it-all, water-resistant sunscreen gel is a summertime must-have. The breakthrough formula is perfect for sensitive skin and features a protective yet breathable Second-Skin Complex that remains invisible when applied.
Summer Beauty Essentials for Oily and Acne-Prone Skin
SkinCeuticals LHA Toner
222 reviews
$44.00
When this skin-refining toner is part of your skincare routine, you won't need to worry about excess oil and shine. Ideal for treating aging skin that is prone to breakouts, the acid-packed formula wipes away dead skin cells and pore-clogging residue to leave the skin clearer and shinier.
Epionce Purifying Wash Blemish Clearing Tx
26 reviews
$46.00
Oily and acne-prone skin benefits from a skin-specific cleanser that deep cleans the pores to keep breakouts at bay. We like this gel formula, suitable for both the face and body and gentle enough for daily use, to target existing breakouts and prevent new ones from forming—a summer beauty essential!
Colorescience Sunforgettable® Total ProtectionTM Sheer Matte Sunscreen Brush SPF 30
32 reviews
$59.00
Brush this mineral sunscreen powder on for the ultimate non-pore-clogging sun protection. Perfect for oily skin that needs a little extra help sopping up shine, the on-the-go applicator brush makes it easy to reapply sunscreen wherever you are.
Summer Beauty Essentials for Mature Skin
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
This multipurpose cleansing balm is just what mature skin needs to take the day off at the end of a long summer day. The 3-in-1 cleansing balm morphs into an oil and then milk, delivering a dose of much-needed hydration while lifting away dirt, oil, makeup, and skin impurities.
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40
589 reviews
$38.00
This lightweight, oil-free sunscreen safeguards the skin from damaging sun rays while leaving behind a soft finish. Wear this clear gel formula under makeup and even indoors since it can defend the skin against blue light damage.
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Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant
12 reviews
$35.00
Whether you slather your face or body in this intense moisturizer, it works hard to hydrate the skin and prevent it from appearing dull, flaky, and lackluster, all of which are common complaints among mature skin.
Summer Beauty Essentials for Dry Skin
Obagi Medical Daily Hydro-Drops Rejuvenating Eye Gel Cream
1 reviews
$75.00
Dry skin can occur under the eyes, so a hydrating eye cream is a skincare staple. This brightening version refreshes the eyes and provides long-lasting hydration for up to 24 hours. Plus, it reduces puffiness, fine lines, and dark circles.
KYPRIS Antioxidant Dew: Quench and Glow Serum
$90.00
Dry skin doesn't stand a chance against this intense hydrating serum. Loaded with skin-quenching antioxidants, amino acids, and soothing botanicals, this summer beauty essential serum can be used on its own or layered under other moisturizers for even better results.
Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water Hydrating Antioxidant Face Mist
$11.99
A compromised skin barrier is common among dry skin types, so restoring it is key to keeping the skin healthy during the summer. This summer beauty essential is rich in thermal spa water, which gives the skin a soothing dose of nourishment while refreshing it throughout the day.
Summer Beauty Essentials for Combination Skin
SENTÉ Hydrate+ Serum
1 reviews
$89.00
During the summer, combination skin needs equal amounts of hydration and oil control, which is where this serum comes into play. A summer skin beauty product must-have, this fast-absorbing, lightweight serum provides hydration while soothing inflammation and restoring the skin barrier for perfectly comfortable skin.
Dr. Whitney Bowe Beauty Asta C Vitamin C Age Defense Serum
2 reviews
$88.00
This dermatologist-developed vitamin C serum works wonders to protect the skin, expeically in the summer, from oxidative stress and the common signs of aging for more evenly looking skin. By reducing discoloration and illuminating the skin, the serum helps to brighten and rejuvenate the skin so it looks and acts younger.
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Osmosis +Beauty Clarify Blemish Serum
$69.00
For combination skin that gets oily and experiences breakouts when the weather warms up, consider this serum one of your summer beauty essentials. This serum helps keep oil production under control while calming inflammation, putting skin on the path to clear.
The Bottom Line
Elise Minton Tabin is an award-winning beauty journalist, editor, and beauty expert with more than 16 years of experience. She previously held the title of Executive Beauty Editor at NewBeauty magazine, where she reported on beauty, plastic surgery, anti-aging, health and wellness. She was also instrumental in the launch of the beauty supplement brand Hush & Hush. A self-professed beauty junkie and retinol and sunscreen pusher, Elise knows what’s new, what works and who’s the best to go for every procedure under the sun. Follow Elise on Facebook, Instagram, and on her beauty blog, elisetabin.com
