June, July and August are probably the months when you try to pare down your routine, simplifying everything from your hairstyle to what you eat. But the summer months are not the time to skimp on skin care. What are the must do’s to ensure your face looks its best when fall rolls around?
Follow the top 10 ways for keeping your face looking fresh:
1. Sunscreen. Wearing sunscreen is important any time of the year, but during the summer months don’t leave the house without it.
2. Lip protection. Just as your face needs protection, so do your lips. Look for lip products with SPF 15, and consider a lip balm, which will hydrate more.
3. Water. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, but also feel free to indulge in seasonal produce for extra H2O.
4. Self tan. If you can’t imagine summer without a tan, don’t get one by baking outside. Opt instead for the latest self-tanners that provide salon-worthy results.
5. Exfoliate. Keep a rosy glow by incorporating a gentle, daily exfoliation to dislodge dead skin cells and keep your pores clean.
6. Revive. Should you over-expose your skin, try this: rinse with cool water and a gentle cleanser, apply a dark spot correcting product to any sunspots and finish with a moisturizer to re-hydrate.
7. BB cream. Want to lighten up your makeup routine without really going au natural? Try a BB cream that will not only moisturize, but also even out your skin tone and illuminate your skin.
8. Cover and reapply. If you know you are going to be beach-bound or poolside, remember your hat and sunglasses. Also, reapply your sunscreen at least every two hours.
9. Sweat. Summertime workouts are hot, no doubt, but the sweating that results helps increase circulation and give your skin a healthy glow.
10. Right time. The best time to be outside is before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. when the sun’s rays are less harmful. Try to schedule any activity during those periods.
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