Summer is Here!
Summer brings thoughts of vacation, trips to the beach, road trips, camping, hiking, swimming, biking, attending festivals and concerts, and generally just being out there in the warm summer weather doing the things we all love to do. It's by far a favorite time of year for many of us.
At Total Beauty Experience, we love summer too. That's why we offer you an array of products that make your summer more enjoyable and less worrisome when it comes to caring for your skin, hair, lips, and feet. Then of course, there are the fun items like hats, scarves, purses, summer nail colors, and numerous little gadgets that make life on the go easier and a snap to achieve.
But on a more serious side...it is extremely important that you take care of your skin and keep it protected from the sun's harmful rays. Here are some tips that you will find very useful in having a happy, healthy, carefree summer.
Summer Skin Tips
In addition to following these tips, dress to protect. Lightweight, cotton cover-ups along with a cap or broad-brimmed hat will act as shields from harmful UV rays.- Apply sunscreen religiously. It’s a surefire way of
- protecting your skin. Always apply sunscreen 20 minutes prior to allow time for the product to absorb into the skin; re-apply every few hours or as needed. Look for sunscreens that offer protection for both UVA and UVB rays – Use an SPF 30 or greater for optimal results.
- Moisturize with SPF. Applying moisturizer with SPF is essential regardless of the season. With the onset of warmer weather, however, consider switching your current moisturizer for another with higher SPF and lighter formulation to prevent sun spots, freckles, and early signs of aging.
- Always Use Eye Creams and Lip Protection. Sun exposure will gradually thin skin and cause wrinkles. Protect the delicate areas of your face with eye creams or lip balms with SPF protection.
- Protect your hands and feet too. Your neck, chest, and hands are an instant giveaway to your true age. After moisturizing your face with an Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 30, bring it down to your neck as well. Be sure to apply sunscreen to your chest area as it is one of the areas of your body more susceptible to sunburn. Invest in a hand cream that offers SPF protection, and apply it at least 20 minutes before driving – keep in mind that two-thirds of all sun damage is purely incidental.
- Also, with summer comes open-toed shoes and sandals, so be sure to exfoliate, moisturize, and protect exposed feet as well. Take into account that sunscreen will rub off faster than it would from the rest of your body from rubbing against the straps of your shoes and abrasive sand. Thus, it is recommended to re-apply more frequently to prevent burnt feet.
- Keep hydrated. Drink water throughout the day. If you’re on the go, try bringing a bottle and a container of fresh fruit on the go to prevent dehydration and heat stroke. TIP - We have some really nice (and cute!) water bottles that you will love!
- Exfoliate. Depending on your skin type, exfoliate either 1-2 times a week if you’re dry and 2-3 times a week if you’re oily to help shed dead skin buildup and slough off previous sun damage. Doing so helps rejuvenate skin, leaving it soft and brighter.
- Make the healthy switch. As tempting as it is to lie in a tanning bed or sunbathe to get the sought after summer skin, make the switch to self-tanners to achieve that color without yielding yourself to the dangers of overexposure. Try a sun-less tanner like Fake Bake, Tan Towel, St. Tropaz, or Body Drench. You will be surprised at how beautifully these tanners work to give you a natural looking tan that can be deep or gradual. (Beauty Tip: Our faces will always be a shade or two lighter than our body; to build color on your face as well, alternate between a tinted moisturizer and a facial self-tanner to achieve an even wash of sun-kissed color).
