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If you want to know what good skin actually looks like\u2014we\u2019re talking Julia Roberts, Kate Moss, Victoria Beckham, Gal Gadot, Demi Moore, Lily Collins, Cate Blanchett, Sienna Miller good\u2014it helps to go straight to the person who knows best. That source is Keren Bartov, the aesthetician behind flagship clinics in London and Tel Aviv and pop-ups in New York and Los Angeles, widely regarded as one of the most sought-after skin experts in the world. (She\u2019s Roberts\u2019 favorite, for what it\u2019s worth.)<\/p>\n
As summer ramps up, Bartov is sharing exactly what she tells her clients this time of year. \u201cBeautiful summer skin is not about being more tanned,\u201d she says. \u201cIt\u2019s about skin that is balanced, protected, hydrated and glowing.\u201d Here, her seven non-negotiables for the season:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
While 30 may be the number engrained in our sun-safe brains, Bartov is team SPF 50, every day, even when it\u2019s cloudy, even when you\u2019re indoors. Her firm tip: \u201cReapply regularly, especially after sweating or any sun exposure. Everything else in your routine depends on this step holding.\u201d<\/p>\n
Heavy product stacking is a cold-weather habit. In summer, skin needs lightweight, effective hydration\u2014”formulas that replenish moisture without overwhelming it.” Streamline and let your skin breathe, Bartov says.<\/p>\n
In Bartov’s book, a hydrating mist is not a luxury, it’s a midday must. Keep one on hand to replenish moisture, soothe heat-stressed skin and maintain radiance from morning through evening.<\/p>\n
Antioxidants are essential year-round, but especially now, when UV exposure and environmental stressors peak. “Vitamin C defends against damage while supporting a brighter, more even complexion\u2014making it a summer staple, not an afterthought.”<\/p>\n
Contrary to popular belief, the right actives, properly selected for your skin type, don’t need to be shelved in summer. “Ingredients that target pigmentation, texture and signs of aging can and should be used year-round, she says.<\/p>\n
More sweat and sunscreen buildup is not an invitation to scrub harder. Over-cleansing compromises the skin barrier, leading to sensitivity and irritation\u2014the opposite of summer skin goals.<\/p>\n
The most effective routine isn’t the trendiest one; it’s the one built for your skin specifically. Bartov’s practice has always centered on individualized care, and summer is no exception.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n