Summer is in full swing and whether you’re vacationing on
the beach, lounging by the pool or having some fun in the sun at your local
amusement park, these beauty essentials will help keep you looking fabulous as
the weather heats up this summer.
Sunscreen
The first line of defense is to protect your face and
body from the damaging rays of the sun. And what could be easier than sun
protection you can spray on? These eco-friendly clear sunscreen sprays from Coola ($24-36) are
available in SPF 15, 30 and 50. They're 70% organic and will nourish and hydrate
your skin with ingredients like Cucumber Algae and Red Raspberry Seed Oil. Their
new Makeup Setting Spray has an SPF 30 as well as Hyaluronic Acid, Green Tea
and Aloe to protect your face, set your makeup and help keep it looking fresh in even the most humid conditions. Just spritz
and go!
Bronzer
Your summer makeup wardrobe is not complete unless it
includes a great bronzer to help warm that summer complexion. Trista
Minerals by Vita Liberata ($45) is the first of its kind self-tanning mineral powder. It
interacts with your moisturizer and gives you a radiant, bronzey glow while the
color develops underneath. Comes with a silky kabuki brush for easy
application. Can you say semi-permanent contour?
Blotting Papers
Perfect for the summertime these little gems instantly
soak up sweat and excess oils from your face and are small enough to carry in
your pocket or purse. My favorite: Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets
(about $5) Press onto the oily areas of your face and get rid of the shine without disturbing your makeup.
A Vibrant Lip Color
A pop of color on the lips compliments any summer outfit
and can give life to an otherwise ordinary face. From sheer and glossy to
intense matte now’s the time to think outside of the box. An easy option: Bobbi Brown Art Stick ($28) a lip pencil that multi-tasks as a
lipstick. Formulated with Shea Butter and emollients guaranteed to soothe dry summer lips, its creamy matte finish will also leave your pout perfectly plumped...try saying that 3 times fast!
A Great Body Exfoliant
Heat, sand and wind can wreak havoc on our body skin, and
who wants flakey skin upstaging their swimsuit? Exfoliate at least twice a week
to maintain smooth and radiant body skin.
One to try: Wish Three Wishes Sugar Scrub ($38). With a unique combination
of sugars and anti-oxidents, shea butter, aloe and Organic Beeswax (instead of
greasy oils) this scrub is tough enough to kick dead skin to the curb and
restore its soft and smooth texture. And no more slipping in the shower!
Add these products to your beauty routine and you'll look extra
HOT this summer!
