Sun’s out and so is your skin, but are you really taking care of it enough? If you doubted for a second, then these easy-to-follow tips are just for you!
Goodhousekeeping.com has compiled a few tricks for the ultimate summer beauty survival.
According to Goodhousekeeping.com, the first step to keeping your skin cool is to prep your skin. This means that you need to start with a face SPF. “When it comes to your face, using one specifically formulated for that area can make all the difference. Why? Most face sunscreens are filled with extra skin-loving ingredients, so you’re getting more bang for your buck. Plus, they’re typically ultra-lightweight, meaning they’ll look and feel better under makeup,” the guide advised.
Secondly, you need to simplify your make-up routine. You can start by taking away some steps for more impact. Apply products lightly, and highlight parts that matter most. “Instead of hiding skin under a full layer of base, target specific issues like blemishes, under eye circles and redness or discoloration using a lightweight concealer. Warm up the product between your fingers to help it blend seamlessly into skin,” suggests a makeup artist for Nars Cosmetics in Charlotte, NC, Joseph Leon.
You can add a little colour for some vibrancy as well. “Pat on a double-duty lip and cheek tint like one of the new jelly-texture formulas that impart a translucent pop of color (think a pink or berry hue).”
You can now focus on reviving your hair as the heat and humidity can cause your hair to go dry and fizzy. If your hair gets fuzzy as soon as you step outside, goodhousekeeping.com suggests that you can start by incorporating moisturising and anti-frizz haircare products into your shower routine, as advised by Harry Josh, a Kerasilk ambassador and celebrity hairstylist in New York City. “After washing, apply smoothing stylers like serums on wet hair for more even application and easier styling,” says the online beauty site.
Lastly, to round off your summer routine you can give your skin that extra cool by being in a cool area as colder temperatures can help reduce inflammation and swelling by constricting blood vessels, as explained by Mona Foad, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist at Mona Dermatology in Cincinnati.
You can also pick a fresh scent to add some summer fragrance to your look, blooming with invigorating notes of garden herbs and even veggies, says the goodhousekeeping.com.
Compiled by Gypseenia Lion Source: www.goodhousekeeping.com
