The sun is shining and summer is here. As the warmer weather approaches, it’s essential to switch up your skincare and makeup routine to keep your skin glowing and radiant all summer long. The rosy, matte makeup look you relied on in winter may not be suitable as temperatures start to rise. After all, no one wants to sweat at the beach and get heavy makeup all over their face. Let’s take a closer look at some essential beauty tips and tricks to help you maintain that flawless glow this season.
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Sunscreen
Wearing SPF is important all year round, but especially in summer when the UV index is at an all-time high. Overexposure to the sun without proper skin protection can cause wrinkles, fine lines and sunburn. Make sure to wear a lightweight sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast. SPF can also be used as a makeup primer to help keep your makeup looking flawless all day, or as a lighter alternative to foundation with tinted formulas.
Supergoop Play Everyday Lotion SPF 50 is a great lightweight sunscreen, while Supergoop Glowcreen SPF 40 offers the same benefits but in a tinted form.
Other lightweight favorites include Hero Forceshield Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 and Banana Boat Light As Air SPF 50+ Remember, the higher the SPF (sun protection factor), the better, but also make sure the formula is suitable for your personal skin type.
Stay Hydrated
The best skin care should be done from the inside out – and that means drinking lots of water. Not only will drinking water keep you hydrated and energized during hot weather, it also does wonders for your skin – helping it stay elastic and less likely to crack, wrinkle or blemish. On average, teens should drink 8-11 cups, or 64-88 fl oz, of water per day.
If you’re having trouble sticking to your daily water intake goal, set a reminder on your phone or get a motivational water bottle to force you to drink extra water.
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Essential items for makeup
Setting spray
Want to keep your makeup in place all day and prevent sweat from ruining it? Then a setting spray is for you. A simple facial mist can help keep your makeup in place and protect against sweat, sun, and makeup ruining.
Charlotte Tilbury’s Airbush Flawless Setting Spray and Urban Decay’s All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray have been trending on TikTok for their easy application and long-lasting formulas.
Bronze Drop
Want to effortlessly achieve that summer glow? Bronze Drops can be easily mixed with moisturizer and SPF and applied to skin like the rest of your skincare routine to naturally deepen and enhance your complexion.
Drunk Elephant’s D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops and Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops Sun Glow Serum are the perfect combination of skincare and makeup for a sun-kissed, energized look.
Tinted Moisturizer
Full-coverage concealers can feel thick and heavy on long summer days or when heading out to the pool. Tinted moisturizers are great for evening out your skin tone without weighing you down. You can use them with sunscreen or on their own for a lightweight glow.
ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 and Rare Beauty Positively Light Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen both offer light coverage to keep skin looking radiant and glowing all summer long.
Ice Rolling
Ice rolling, a beauty trend that’s taking the world by storm on social media apps like TikTok, is a great way to wake up your skin and add a refreshing touch to your summer morning routine. Icing your face first thing in the morning has a ton of skin benefits, including reducing puffiness, shrinking pores, relieving eye fatigue, reducing redness, and brightening the complexion.
You can also use a cold ice roller that’s been left in the freezer overnight, an ice roller made with actual frozen ice, or even just immerse your face in a bowl of ice water for 15-30 seconds. If you use a reusable ice roller, be sure to clean it properly, just like you would your makeup brushes or other skincare tools, to avoid exposing your skin to harmful bacteria.
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Keep it clean
It’s natural to sweat in warm weather. If sweat is left on your face and isn’t washed off properly, bacteria can irritate the skin and cause breakouts. If your skin isn’t that sensitive, try gently washing your face after a strenuous workout or a long day outside.
You can also use this time to wipe your face with a clean, damp towel or face wash. Wash your bedsheets and especially your pillowcases frequently to avoid repeatedly exposing your skin to sweat and bacteria. And as always, don’t forget to wash your skincare tools and makeup brushes at least once a week. It’s not fun, but your skin will thank you.
It’s the season to shine
This summer, we are all set to shine all season long. Achieving that sun-kissed look you’ve always wanted is easy if you keep in mind the right skincare and makeup tips. Whether it’s ice rolling every morning or using your favorite setting spray to keep your makeup looking lightweight, discover other tips that will help you glow from within. Enjoy this sunny week to the fullest. Summer is your time to shine.
