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How to Look After Your Skin in a Heatwave: A Pixie’s Skincare Routine

Summer’s here in full swing — and with these hot, sunny days, your skin needs a bit of extra love. Whether you’re lounging in the garden, popping to the coast, or just trying not to melt on the school run, here’s a simple Pixie-approved skincare routine to keep your skin cool, hydrated, and glowing.

🌞 Morning Routine – Light & Cooling

1. Whipped Soap Scrub (2–3 times a week)
Start fresh with a gentle exfoliation. Our whipped soap scrubs are soft, foamy, and blended with either Dead Sea salt or sugar, depending on the variety. Both help to buff away dead skin and leave your skin smooth and refreshed — perfect prep for hydration.

2. Body Moisturiser
Once you’re dry, apply a lightweight moisturiser. It sinks in quickly, hydrates fast, and leaves your skin feeling soft but not sticky — ideal for hot days when heavy products just won’t do.

Optional: Pop your moisturiser in the fridge overnight for an extra cooling effect ❄️

☀️ Daytime Touch-Up – Nourish On the Go

3. Body Oil
If your skin starts to feel a bit parched during the day, reach for a small amount of body oil. Our Body Oil is a nourishing blend of Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil, Argan Oil, and Wheatgerm Oil — full of fatty acids and antioxidants. Just a few drops go a long way for a summer glow without greasiness.

Apply to damp skin for best results, especially after a swim or shower.

🌙 Evening Routine – Lock in the Love

4. Body Butter
After your evening bath or shower, treat your skin to something richer. Our body butter melts into the skin and helps lock in all the hydration from your earlier steps. It’s perfect if the sun’s dried your skin out, or you just want a moment of calm and care before bed.

🧚♀️ Top Tips for Summer Skin:

  • Drink loads of water (your skin loves it!)

  • Don’t skip your SPF during the day

  • Apply products to slightly damp skin for better absorption

  • Keep your favourites in a cool spot (or the fridge!) to avoid melting

With the right routine, even the hottest days can feel a bit more magical. Everything in the Pixieverse is handmade with love, gentle enough for sensitive skin, and designed to give you that little moment of peace — whatever the weather.

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