How to maintain skin elasticity in summer

Summer is one of the most anticipated seasons of the year, but also one of the most demanding for the skin. High temperatures, solar radiation, chlorine, sea salt, and changes in care routines can negatively affect skin health. One of the main challenges is maintaining skin elasticity, a key factor for preserving a youthful, firm, and healthy appearance. In this article, we explore the keys to preserving elasticity during the summer and how treatments can be adapted to ensure effective results.

Why is skin elasticity lost in summer?

Elastin and collagen are the two main proteins responsible for skin firmness and elasticity. During the hotter months, various factors negatively impact these fibers:

• UV radiation: prolonged sun exposure degrades collagen and reduces elastin production.
• Dehydration: heat increases transepidermal water loss, leaving the skin tight and less flexible.
• Cellular oxidation: free radicals generated by sun exposure and environmental stress accelerate skin aging.
• Aggressive external agents: such as pool chlorine or sea salt, which dry out and sensitize the skin.

Keys to maintaining skin elasticity in summer

To preserve skin elasticity in summer, it's essential to act on several fronts. As a professional in the field, you can offer protocols that include the following phases:

1. Gentle and regular exfoliation

The accumulation of dead skin cells prevents proper absorption of active ingredients. Use mechanical exfoliants with natural microgranules or gentle peels with glycolic acid to stimulate cell renewal without irritating the skin.

2. Intensive hydration with key ingredients

Replenishing lost water and strengthening the hydrolipidic barrier is essential. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and rosehip are excellent allies for maintaining elasticity.

3. Firming and tightening agents

Use cabin treatments with marine collagen, which stimulates collagen synthesis and improves tissue firmness.

4. Antioxidants to combat photoaging

Vitamin C, resveratrol, and vitamin E neutralize free radicals, prevent premature aging, and help maintain skin structure.

5. Firming and draining massages

Manual massage or equipment-assisted treatments help stimulate circulation, lymphatic drainage, and tissue oxygenation — all key for preserving elasticity.

Recommendations for professional protocols

• In summer months, it's important to adapt treatments based on the client’s sun exposure and skin type, prioritizing hydration and skin reinforcement sessions.
• Avoid deep peels or aggressive sessions if the client is heavily exposed to the sun.
• Combine firming and antioxidant ingredients for a comprehensive treatment.
• Always end each session with calming and regenerating products.

Summer is a great opportunity to work on skin elasticity from a professional perspective. Adapting protocols, choosing the right active ingredients, and supporting clients with home care is essential to ensure firm, flexible, and healthy skin throughout the season. At Telic Beauty & Wellness, we offer a wide range of professional products to help you provide personalized treatments with visible results. The time to boost skin elasticity is now!