How to prepare your skin for summer? This is a question many people ask themselves when they want to take care of their skin before sun exposure. After winter, skin is often dry, weakened, and less resistant to changing temperatures. To ensure a healthy appearance in summer, it's worth implementing natural skincare rituals that will improve the condition of the epidermis, restore hydration, and prepare the skin for the sun's rays.
Cleanse your skin naturally – homemade scrubs and plant cosmetics
The first step in preparing your skin for summer is cleansing and detoxification . Regular exfoliation helps smooth the skin, improves its tone, and increases the absorption of active ingredients. For a body scrub, you can use coffee grounds combined with a few drops of Orientana body oil—for example, with Indian jasmine. Alternatively, combine the oil with sea salt—an intensely stimulating treatment that improves microcirculation and firms the skin.
Facial skin requires a more gentle approach. Choose natural scrubs based on plant extracts, such as the Kali Musli enzymatic scrub , which not only exfoliates but also protects the skin from discoloration, evens out skin tone, and supports regeneration. You can also prepare homemade sugar, lemon, or honey scrubs.
Let your skin breathe – limit your makeup
In the summer, it's worth limiting makeup like foundations, fluids, and powders, which weigh down the skin and promote imperfections. Skin that can breathe freely looks healthier and younger. Instead of makeup, opt for natural moisturizers that support the skin's hydrolipid barrier and don't clog pores.
Intensive hydration – the key to radiant skin
Hydration is the foundation of healthy skin in the summer. High temperatures increase transepidermal water loss, so it's worth reaching for cosmetics rich in plant-based active ingredients. Tremella (snow fungus)-based cosmetics are ideal, as they moisturize more effectively than hyaluronic acid, as are water-based cosmetics with a light, gel-like consistency.
Recommended products:
- Hydrotremella Serum – instantly hydrates and smoothes the skin
- Orientana Ampoule Serum – perfect under SPF cream, they work on the 4 most common skin problems.
Strengthen your skin with Ayurveda – massages and oils
Summer skincare isn't just about cosmetics, but also rituals that support both body and mind. Daily massages with natural oils improve circulation, support detoxification, and strengthen skin structure. We especially recommend the SMOOTHING Anti-Cellulite Oil , which contains 17 Ayurvedic herbs such as ginger, turmeric, rosemary, and cinnamon – these ingredients support the removal of toxins and improve skin firmness.
For the delicate skin of the bust, Orientana has created Firming Oil , which combines pomegranate, ashwagandha , and rosemary extracts with the natural ingredient VOLUFORM. Regular use of the oil strengthens the bust skin, increases its elasticity, and supports the natural appearance of the breasts.
Hygiene while traveling – antibacterial hand gel
Vacations, climate change, and traveling by train, plane, or car mean we don't always have access to soap and water. Therefore, hand hygiene is a key element of summer care – for both health and beauty reasons.
To ensure effective protection, it is worth reaching for a pocket-sized hand gel.
However, afterward, hand skin is susceptible to dryness and irritation caused by disinfectants, which can disrupt the hydrolipid barrier. Therefore, always remember to bring hand cream when traveling.
How to care for your facial skin while flying?
Air travel, especially long-haul, is a huge challenge for facial skin. Air conditioning, low humidity, and the stress of travel can all lead to dehydration, tightness, and a dull appearance. Therefore, it's worth implementing a few tried-and-true skincare rituals before and after your flight.
Before the flight
Before boarding, thoroughly cleanse your skin and apply an intensely hydrating serum, such as Hydrotremella Serum with Exosomes or one of our Serum Ampoules, according to your skin's needs . Then, apply a moisturizer that creates a protective layer and prevents water loss. In summer, choose a lightweight cream, such as Hello Papaya Energizing Cream with Vitamin C.
Spraying your face with a natural tonic will also work well.
You can take all these Orientana cosmetics with you in your hand luggage , but remember that they must be packed in a zip-lock bag.
During the flight
Avoid makeup. Instead, carry a light facial toner that you can easily spritz onto your skin, such as Rose Toner , along with lip balm and hand cream. This will prevent your most sensitive areas from drying out.
After arrival and jet lag
After landing, it's worth reaching for the OrientanaA Energizing Booster – a product based on natural plant extracts that instantly restores skin's radiance, moisturizes, and reduces signs of fatigue. Perfect for those feeling jet lag, tired skin, and in need of an instant refresh.
This product contains Indian ginseng, caffeine, and bamboo ferment—ingredients that support microcirculation, reduce puffiness, and brighten the complexion. Its lightweight consistency also makes it a great base for makeup.
When traveling by plane, less is more – take care of your skin, but give it a rest. Natural skincare from Orientan will keep you fresh and comfortable, even at an altitude of 10,000 meters!
Take care of your skin this summer with natural cosmetics from Orientana. Discover the full range of Ayurveda-inspired products and create a summer skincare ritual that holistically cares for your face and body .
Properly preparing your skin for summer is a combination of gentle cleansing, intensive hydration, and nature-inspired care. By using plant-based active ingredients and Ayurvedic rituals, you support your skin effectively and safely. Orientana offers comprehensive solutions that will restore your skin's radiance and resilience, so essential for the summer season.
