Skincare expert lists three key ingredients to tackle heat rash

We all enjoy a bit of sunshine, but when the temperatures soar into a full-blown heatwave, it can lead to some uncomfortable skin conditions.

Heat rash, also known as prickly heat or miliaria, is particularly common during periods of hot weather and can be especially troublesome for babies and children, causing an irritating itch and redness. However, celebrity skin guru Scott McGlynn has some straightforward tips for managing the condition.

Scott McGlynn, who boasts a following of 245,000 on social media under the handle @scottmcglynnofficial, regularly dishes out skincare wisdom to his fans. From tackling stubborn acne to navigating the risks of DIY fillers, he's now turned his attention to offering advice on how to care for your skin when the mercury rises.

In a recent video, which has attracted more than 600 views, the skincare aficionado emphasised the importance of keeping hydrated. He advised his audience to "keep hydrated by drinking water when you're out and about" and recommended using a facial mist to "keep you hydrated, your skin moisturised, refreshed and replenished".

For those struggling with heat rash, McGlynn highlighted certain ingredients to look for in skincare products that can help soothe the irritation. He pointed out: "One is aloe vera. Aloe vera is very well known for cooling and soothing."

"The next is cucumber. Get cucumber extract into products. And lastly, menthol is obviously very cooling. If you ever tried a menthol body scrub you know it gets a bit tingly, especially when you come out of that shower or bath, it gets very eerie. It's very cooling for the skin, reducing the rash and invitation to the skin."

However, he cautioned that using body scrubs could potentially exacerbate the situation. He advised cutting down your exfoliation routine to once a week if you experience irritation from the sun.

"I wouldn't do it regularly as you would of because it just strips the oils from our skin, leaving your skin very vulnerable to the sunlight and we do not want that happening," he added.

"Exfoliating is a good thing but when it comes to heat waves, either wait it out until the heat waves kind of gone and your skin's calmed down, or really spread it out... Do not forget to wear your SPF as well."