Your Glow-Up Guide to Smarter Summer Skincare

Virginia White
Jul 2
4 min read

Embrace the sun with style and protection: a wide-brimmed straw hat complements this summer skincare routine. — Embrace the sun with style *and* protection: a wide-brimmed straw hat complements this summer skincare routine.

Let’s talk about what no one warns you about when summer hits: while you’re soaking up the sun, your skin might be silently freaking out. Think dehydration, clogged pores, and premature aging—yep, that summer glow can quickly turn into a summer woe if you’re not careful.

But don’t worry, we’ve got you. At Ocean Spa, we’re all about that healthy, beautiful skin that's lit-from-within all year long, and summer is no exception. That’s why we’re spotlighting one of our favorite skincare lines—Le Mieux Skincare—for keeping your face fresh, dewy, and protected, even on the hottest, sweatiest, beachiest days.

☀️ Why Summer Skin Needs Special Attention

Summer skin isn’t the same as winter skin—and your skincare routine shouldn’t be either.

More sweat = more bacteria. That means clogged pores and more breakouts.
Sun exposure = collagen breakdown. Translation: wrinkles, fine lines, and dark spots.
Extra dryness from air conditioning and UV rays. Your skin may feel greasy but still be dehydrated.

The good news? The right products can help your skin thrive in the heat.

🌿 Meet Your Summer Skin Saviors: Le Mieux Favorites

We love Le Mieux because their products are clean, clinical-grade, and formulated with cutting-edge ingredients (hello, peptides and hyaluronic acid!). Here are our go-to summer must-haves:

💧 Moisture Infusion Sheet Mask

Why we love it: This refreshing gel mask is like a tall drink of water for your skin. Use it after a beach day or workout to calm inflammation and replenish moisture. Bonus: it feels amazing

when kept in the fridge.

Pro tip: Use 2-3x a week to balance oil production and give your skin that glassy glow.

✨ Hyaluronic Serum

Why we love it: Lightweight but powerful, this serum draws moisture into the skin without feeling heavy—perfect for humid days when you don’t want layers.

Pro tip: Apply under SPF in the morning for plump, hydrated skin all day long.

🌿 Eye & Lip Cream

Why we love it: Late summer nights? Salt water and sunshine? Your under-eyes are the first place to show fatigue and dehydration. This marine-rich cream firms, lifts, and refreshes.

Pro tip: Keep it in your beach bag for a cooling touch-up mid-day.

🛡️ Derma Relief Serum

Why we love it: Skin feeling angry after too much sun? This serum calms redness, irritation, and inflammation without clogging pores.

Pro tip: Apply after sun exposure to reduce heat and protect your skin barrier.

🧴 Don’t Skip SPF—But Make It Smart

No matter how good your serum game is, sunscreen is non-negotiable. Apply 30+ SPF every morning (yes, even on cloudy days), and reapply every 2 hours if you're outside. Your future self will thank you. Need a rec? We’ve got a few spa-approved options in stock that layer beautifully over your Le Mieux serums.

👏 Summer Skin Tips from the Spa

Double cleanse at night. Sweat, SPF, and makeup = congestion city.
Stay hydrated. What you drink shows up on your skin.
Get regular facials. Let us do the deep cleaning and exfoliation, so your products can actually work.
Listen to your skin. If it feels tight, rough, or red, it’s trying to tell you something.

🥗 Glow From the Inside Out: Nutrition Tips for Summer Skin

Great skincare starts on your plate. During the summer months, your skin battles oxidative stress from sun exposure, sweat, and environmental toxins. That’s where antioxidants come in—your skin’s internal bodyguard.

Here are a few ways to protect and nourish your glow:

🍓 Berries, Citrus & Leafy Greens Packed with vitamin C, these support collagen production and help fight UV-related damage.

🥑 Healthy Fats Avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil help maintain skin’s elasticity and hydration.

💧 Hydration Water, coconut water, and herbal teas keep your skin plump and clear.

☕ Green Tea or Matcha Rich in EGCG, a powerful antioxidant that can help calm inflammation and protect against photoaging.

🍅 Lycopene-rich foods (like tomatoes or watermelon) Lycopene can provide internal sun protection (still wear SPF!) and improve skin texture over time.

💙 Come See Us - It's our 10th Birthday!!

Ocean Spa is celebrating 10 beautiful years of skincare, self-care, and YOU — our amazing community. To thank you, we’ve created limited-time Facial Wellness Packages designed to save you money and help you commit to glowing skin all year long. These limited-time packages are a thank you to YOU — designed to honor your commitment to self-care and help you lock in today’s pricing before our menu increases on October 1st. [VIEW THE PACKAGES HERE]

Whether you need a customized summer facial, a quick skincare check-in, or want to shop Le Mieux, we’re here to help you keep that summer glow going strong—the right way.