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How to Take Care of Your Skin and Hair in Summer: A Comprehensive Guide for Hot Days

How to Take Care of Your Skin and Hair in Summer: A Comprehensive Guide for Hot Days

16. 7. 2026 Author: Petra Bečičková

Summer is characterized by sunny days, travelling, swimming and spending time outdoors. While we enjoy the long days and vacations, our skin and hair face an increased burden. UV radiation, high temperatures, air conditioning, sea water and chlorine can all contribute to dryness, irritation and a loss of vitality. How do you build a simple summer skincare routine that will help maintain fresh and comfortable skin and beautiful hair throughout the entire summer?

How to Take Care of Your Skin and Hair in Summer: A Comprehensive Guide for Hot Days

Summer Care in a Nutshell

If you want to enjoy summer to the fullest, focus on three basic pillars:

1. UV radiation protection

2. Regular hydration

3. Gentle cleansing and regeneration

Properly chosen skincare helps keep our skin and hair fresh, comfortable and looking beautiful all summer long.

What concerns our skin most during the summer?

During the summer months, our skin faces a great deal of external stressors:

Dehydration and a feeling of tightness
Increased sebum production
Clogged pores
Redness after sun exposure
Formation of pigment spots
Dull and tired skin

The foundation of summer care consists of a combination of protection, hydration, gentle cleansing and regeneration.

UV filters protect both the skin and body from premature aging, pigment spots, and irritation.

Summer Skincare in 5 Steps

1. Protect Your Skin Against the Sun

Protection against UV radiation is one of the most important steps in a daily skincare routine. UV rays are among the main factors causing premature skin aging and can also contribute to the formation of pigment spots.

For a normal day in the city, it is best to use a day cream with SPF. When spending time by the water, in the mountains or practising full-day outdoor activities, you should regularly reapply your protection.

We Recommend:

DAISY Hydrating & Protective SPF 20 Day Cream

Provides broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection

Protects the skin against daily environmental impacts, including digital stress

A unique combination of natural mineral and premium eco-friendly synthetic UV filters provides high-quality, gentle and effective protection without an unpleasant whitening effect.

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Protective & Hydrating Mineral SPF 30 Stick

Protects from UVB and increasingly from UVA radiation (SPF 30 – zinc oxide in the ne-nano form)

Water-resistant – ideal for sports, bathing and skin that tends to sweat

This waterless multifunctional stick with a 100% natural mineral SPF 30 UV filter will take care of your skin in the mountains, at the beach and during sports. It ensures protection against the sun, wind, frost and dehydration – anytime and anywhere. It is ideal for targeted local protection of the nose, ears, freckles, tattoo…

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2. Treat Your Skin to Sufficient Hydration

High temperatures, air conditioning and more frequent swimming can contribute to a loss of moisture. Sufficient hydration helps keep the skin supple, fresh and balanced.

Beside your drinking regime, focus also on hydrating serums, fluids and lightweight creams.

We Recommend:

DAISY HydraLift Hyaluronic Serum with B3

Provides instant and long-lasting hydration

Smooths out and softens wrinkles

Supports the skin microbiome

The combination of 2% hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and daisy extract soothes fine lines, improves elasticity and brightens the skin.

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Daisy Hydrating Facial Fluid

Provides long-lasting and instant hydration

Brightens dull skin

This very lightweight fluid base with valuable natural ingredients is perfect for all skin types as an effective hydrating base for makeup, as well as day and night creams.

It can also be applied on its own if you have oily skin.

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Did you know that Manufaktura employees manually harvest a significant portion of the daisies used in our cosmetics in the clean environment of gardens and meadows?

Colleagues across the entire company are involved in the harvest, so flowers from many beautiful parts of Czechia and Slovakia are placed into the products.

3. Don’t Forget Thorough yet Gentle Cleansing

In summer, our skin accumulates sweat, dust and residues from SPF and makeup. For that reason, we should pay extra attention to evening skin cleansing.

Regular makeup removal helps keep the skin clean and ready for subsequent treatments.

We Recommend

You will appreciate the face mist during the day as a quick refreshment in the office, around the city or on your travels.

4. Protect Your Skin from the Urban Environment

Summer is not only challenging on the beach. Spending time in the city also presents an increased burden for our skin. Dust, smog, air conditioning and other external stressors can contribute to dryness and premature skin aging.

Properly chosen skincare helps protect the skin against the negative impacts of urban environment and promotes natural defences.

5. Treat Your Skin to Regeneration After Sun Exposure

After a day spent in the sun, your skin deserves soothing care and deep nourishment.

ONE PRODUCT, PLENTY OF OPTIONS

Radiant skin, a smooth body and shiny hair – all that in our exclusive apricot kernel oil!

Ideal soothing after-sun care
Regenerates and soothes
Relieves irritated skin
Absorbs quickly without a greasy feeling

Exclusive apricot oil for face, body and hair by Manufaktura placed next to the box and sunglasses on a summer mat

For everyone searching for versatile natural care in a single product.

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Why is Apricot Kernel Oil Ideal for Summer?

Apricot kernel oil is one of the most popular summer companions, featuring a lightweight texture and versatile uses:

Treats the skin after sun exposure
Softens dry areas
Nourishes hair ends
Provides the skin with softness and elasticity

It quickly absorbs without leaving a greasy film.

How to Protect Your Hair Against the Sun, Chlorine and Sea Water?

In summer, our hair suffers due to the sun, wind, chlorinated water and salt. It loses shine and hydration, and it can easily break. How do you prevent it?

Wear a hat or a scarf

to protect your strands directly against UV radiation damage.

Use regenerative shampoos and masks

containing natural oils and hydrating agents.

Rinse your hair with clean water

after swimming in the sea or the pool.

Trim your ends

to prevent splitting and promote a healthy appearance.

Properly chosen summer care helps maintain your skin and hair in good condition despite the sun, hot weather or swimming. Focus on regular hydration, UV protection and gentle regeneration.

Thanks to this, you can fully enjoy summer days and a feeling of freshness from head to toes.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I use SPF in summer?

Protective cream should be a part of your daily morning skincare routine. When staying outdoors for a longer time, it is necessary to reapply your protection regularly. The correct dose for the face is at least two finger lengths of the product.

Should I use moisturizing cream in summer?

Yes. The sun, air conditioning and swimming can quickly dry out your skin. Hydrating skincare helps maintain skin comfort and elasticity.

How do I take care of hair after swimming in the pool?

After swimming, it is best to wash your hair with a gentle shampoo, rinse thoroughly with clean water and apply hydrating or regenerating products afterwards.