FUN IN THE SUN

UVA/UVB rays are harmful all year long, but are especially damaging during the summer months when exposure levels are higher. That’s why it’s important to focus on sun and heat protection, in addition to maintaining your regular skincare routine. Angela Beitz explains how.

Protect Your Scalp

Hair does offer some shade from the sun, but the sensitive skin along your hairline can still get burnt along with other parts of your head. Using a sunscreen spray along your hair parting and the front of your head will help to prevent burning as it’s harder for creams to be absorbed in that spot. Mineral mists that are zinc-based sunscreens will dry clear on all skin tones.

Say Goodbye To Dry Skin

One of the most effective ways to exfoliate during the summer is to use a scrub on dry skin before you shower, pay special attention to knees and elbows and then finish with a rich body cream or oil within minutes of hopping out of the shower. The trick to great summer legs is moisture so after sloughing away those dead skin cells you need to get moisture in asap.

Fight Acne

Body acne can happen any time of the year, but it’s more common during sweatier months. Washing in the morning with an acnefighting body wash will help to unblock pores and avoid nasty pimples and be sure to use Anti-Blemish Pads and products with Salicylic Acid at night.

Amp Up Your Antioxidants

Antioxidants are key in the summer, and there are tons of ways to work them into your routine. Layer on serums to boost the potency of your coverage. If you do get a burn, healing serums will help reduce the appearance of sun spots.

Powder Is Your New Friend

The hassle of washing your face and redoing your makeup each time you need to reapply sunscreen is enough to drive anyone crazy so using a mineral make up and keeping your look more low key is definitely the answer. Touch up with mineral makeup that contains SPF 50, that will give you coverage and sun protection without compromising your look.

DON’T FORGET YOUR LIPS

Yes, your lips need sunscreen, too. They are super sensitive and very prone to burning since the sun can be extremely drying, keep them soft and smooth by using a rich lip balm with SPF 30 and don’t forget to reapply it when you’re outside.

Cool Off With A Mist

Stash a bottle of face mist in your bag so you can mist your face and body when you’re at the beach. Choose one which is packed with antioxidants and nutrients that will soothe and hydrate skin on top of cooling you down.