8 Common Summer Skin Problems And How To Tackle Each

The hot and humid weather can invite a lot of skin problems during summer, however, with a little extra care, you can treat them at home. Below are eight common summer skin problems and ways to treat them at home.

You can experience acne during any time of the year, but it comes a lot more common during summer because of the rise in temperature. The sweat on your skin mixes with bacteria, oil and clogs the pores, this leads to breakouts. Those with oily and acne-prone skin experience a lot more breakouts during the hot summer months, it is necessary to take certain precautions in order to prevent this problem in the first place.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

Because of the hot and humid climate, your skin sweats a lot more during summer, however, when these sweat glands get blocked, prickly heat or heat rash develops. This rash develops in the form of tiny and itchy bumps, when these bumps burst and release sweat it causes itchiness on the skin. Wondering how to address this common summer skin problem? Scroll down to see the remedy and methods of prevention.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

We all know applying and reapplying sunscreen is absolutely necessary to protect skin from the harmful rays of the sun. But if you do end up getting sunburned because you stayed out too long, the first thing to do is get inside the house or sit under the shade before it gets worse.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

Even though the climate is hot and humid, your skin can still get dry and irritated. In fact, this is a common summer skin problem and the leading cause of it exposing your skin to the sun, pool water and air conditioning for long durations. If your skin is feeling dry and irritated this summer, here's what you should do.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

The opening on your skin from which a hair grows is called a follicle. When it gets infected due to bacteria or dirt you develop folliculitis. It appears like a pimple on the surface of the skin, but tender to the touch and itchy too. It is a common summer skin problem that can be easily treated at home.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

Your body, especially the folds of your skin are the perfect areas for bacteria to thrive. During summer, when moisture and sweat get mixed with bacteria, it produces hydrogen sulfide and fatty acids that give rise to body odour. Apart from wearing a deodorant daily, here are a few things you can do to address this summer skin problem.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

Summer is a particularly difficult time for those with oily skin, sweat mixed with oil causes skin to look sticky and greasy. Applying the wrong type of moisturiser in summer can also make your skin sticky and invite skin problems like blackheads and acne.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

Relaxing in water sounds like a great idea during summer to cool off your body. But swimming in lakes, oceans and other water bodies can lead to itchy rashes on the skin. The parasites in the water burrow in the skin through the parts that are not covered by clothing. At times, the itching can get intense and lead to blisters.

Soak in a bath sprinkled with Epsom salt, oatmeal or baking soda to calm the itchiness and accelerate the healing process.

Stay away from infested water. Wipe your skin with a towel as soon as you get out of the water as the parasites start to seep in the skin once you're out of the water.

**A. **Summer bumps are common during the hot weather, with a little care you can treat them safely at home. Wash the area twice daily with a mild cleanser, use lightweight and non-comedogenic products, avoid touching or picking the area and apply acne medication to heal it faster.

**A. **The climate turns hot and humid during summer, combined with excessive sweat and oil causes your skin to break out. It is important to use a salicylic acid-based cleanser to prevent excess sebum production during summer, especially if you have oily and acne-prone skin.