Why Your Skin Gets Dull in Summer and How to Keep It Glowing

Summer may bring longer days and lighter moods, but for many, it also brings an unexpected change in complexion: dullness. Despite the sunshine, skin can start to look uneven, tired, and lacklustre. So what causes this seasonal shift, and how can you restore your glow?

Below, we explore the main culprits behind summer dullness and how you can revive your radiance using a few simple rituals and five thoughtfully chosen products from the Flânerie collection.

1. Cleanse Away the Day Without Stripping

Warm weather often means increased sweat, SPF, and environmental buildup on the skin. If not removed properly, these can clog pores, dull the complexion, and lead to breakouts. However, over-cleansing with harsh formulas can strip the skin’s natural moisture barrier, leading to dehydration and more dullness.

Instead, start with a gentle yet effective cleanser like the Balancing Gelée Cleanser. This soothing gel formula melts away impurities while maintaining hydration. Infused with plant-based actives, it helps rebalance the skin after a long day exposed to heat and pollution, leaving your complexion refreshed but never tight.

A cleanser that supports, not disrupts, your skin’s rhythm is essential to maintaining a healthy glow throughout summer.

2. Exfoliate Gently to Reveal Radiance

One of the biggest causes of a dull complexion is the accumulation of dead skin cells. As we sweat more during summer, we often avoid exfoliation out of fear of irritation, but regular, gentle exfoliation is key to maintaining skin luminosity.

The Instant Glow Splash Mask is an ideal solution. This leave-on resurfacing treatment uses naturally derived fruit enzymes to dissolve dead skin cells without harsh abrasion. In just 60 seconds, your skin appears smoother, brighter, and visibly more radiant. Think of it as a soft reset for your skin, revealing the fresh layer beneath without stripping it.

A summer-friendly exfoliant should work quickly and gently, helping your skin glow without compromise.

3. Replenish Moisture With Lightweight Hydration

Summer heat can be deceptive. You may feel dewy on the outside, but your skin is often parched within. Hydration loss through sweat, sun, and even air conditioning can leave skin feeling tight and appearing dull or uneven.

This is where the Vivifying Serum becomes essential. A lightweight, fast-absorbing serum designed to deeply hydrate while smoothing skin texture. It contains a blend of vegan actives that draw in moisture and lock it in, ideal for humid days when you want nourishment without heaviness.

Hydration isn’t just about drinking water, it’s about helping your skin retain it too.

4. Protect Against Everyday Environmental Stressors

Exposure to UV rays is one of the main culprits of summer dullness, causing pigmentation, uneven tone, and accelerated ageing. Daily sun protection is vital, but ideally, your SPF should do more than just block UV. It should also care for your skin.

The Antioxidising Day Moisturiser SPF 20 combines sun protection with nourishing ingredients that help fight free radicals. Its featherlight texture makes it ideal for daily wear, even under makeup, and it helps defend against pollution while keeping the skin soft and hydrated.

Protecting your skin from sun damage is the most important step in maintaining summer radiance.

5. Brighten and Refresh the Eye Area

The delicate eye contour is often the first place to show signs of fatigue or dehydration, especially during summer, when late nights and increased exposure to sunlight can leave it looking puffy and tired.

The Dark Circles Relief & Uplift Eye Serum is crafted to soothe and revitalise this sensitive area. With a cooling texture and targeted ingredients, it reduces the appearance of dark circles, fine lines, and puffiness. Just a small amount gently tapped around the eyes can make your whole face appear more awake and refreshed.

A bright, well-rested eye area brings an instant lift to your overall complexion.

The Flânerie Approach to Summer Radiance

At Flânerie, skincare is more than routine. It is a ritual rooted in slowing down, observing, and responding to what your skin truly needs. By embracing a gentler, more mindful approach, you can counteract the effects of summer stressors and allow your natural glow to emerge.

Whether it’s cleansing with intention or nourishing your skin barrier with lightweight hydration, every product is designed to support your skin through the seasons.

Discover the full summer glow ritual here.