You’re cleansing, hydrating, wearing sunscreen like second skin… but something shifts. Your face feels clogged. Heavy. Like it’s holding on to more than it needs. Pores look more visible. And are those… sun spots?
It’s not that your routine is wrong—it’s that summer brings its own rhythm. Sweat, SPF, pollution, and sebum form a fine film over the skin. Without gentle exfoliation, that buildup dulls radiance and lays the groundwork for congestion and pigment.
This is where glycolic acid enters—not as a harsh scrub, but as a quiet reset. A deeper exhale for the skin.
Can I use glycolic acid in summer without damaging my skin?
Yes, absolutely—when you honour the timing. Glycolic acid is best applied at night, when your skin is in repair mode. Come morning, a generous veil of broad-spectrum SPF protects the fresh, luminous cells you’ve revealed. This dance—acid by moonlight, SPF by day—is what keeps your skin clear, not compromised.
What exactly does glycolic acid do in warm weather?
Glycolic acid is nature’s tiny exfoliant—sourced from sugar cane, small enough to reach between cells and melt away what no longer serves. In summer, it helps:
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Unclog congested pores
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Smooth texture without abrasion
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Fade early sun spots before they settle into permanence
Used consistently, it restores brightness without the drama.
What strength of glycolic acid is best in summer?
Stick to the Goldilocks zone: 5–7 %. Strong enough to do the job, gentle enough for sun-kissed skin. Our 6 % formula lives in that sweet middle ground—balanced, buffered, and effective without irritation.
What’s the safest way to use glycolic acid in the summer?
Here’s the rhythm we recommend:
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Choose a formula between 5–7 %.
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Apply at night only. Clean skin. One thin layer. Wait a breath or two. Then moisturise.
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Start with two nights a week. Give your skin space to adjust.
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Avoid active layering. Skip the retinoids and scrubs on glycolic nights.
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Watch how your skin feels. If it tingles too much, rest. Hydrate. Return slowly.
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Make SPF your ritual. Every morning, without fail.
Let your skin lead. Glycolic isn’t a race—it’s a quiet companion.
What’s a good glycolic acid serum for summer?
Our Ultra Clarifying Bio-Exfoliating Serum is designed for this season. A 6 % glycolic core buffered with prickly pear, argan oil, and glycerin—so it exfoliates with precision and tenderness. No sting, no stickiness, no heavy scent. Just soft, clear skin that feels like it can finally breathe.
Use it two to three nights a week, and let the results unfold gradually—pore by pore, spot by spot, breath by breath.
When should I skip glycolic?
Pause if your skin feels sunburned, hot, freshly waxed, or in any state of stress. That’s your cue to rest and repair. Glycolic will be there when you’re ready.
So… can glycolic acid and summer coexist?
Yes. And beautifully so. With the right rhythm, glycolic clears the path for radiance without stealing your skin’s peace. Use it wisely, layer SPF with devotion, and honour your skin’s signals.
Summer skin can glow—not in spite of exfoliation, but because of the care you give it.
Let the ritual be gentle. Let the glow be yours.
