Tuesday Ten: My Summer Beauty Secrets
When it comes to facing the sweltering, sticky summer elements, I'll be the first to admit that my beauty regimen is not so hot on the season's trying temps. That said, when summertime rolls around I like to pull out a few of my favorite beauty tricks to combat unwanted raccoon eyes and green-tinged post-pool strands.
To keep your face from melting off and your hair from frizzing up, I've put together 10 of my favorite beauty tips for you so you can keep your look cool, calm and collected no matter how hot and humid things get...
- Prime. Use primer to keep your makeup in place throughout the day. It also helps reduce unwanted shine too. Apply it after your SPF and moisturizer and allow it to dry completely before putting on your face makeup.
- Love liquid. While pencil liners are great, a good waterproof liquid liner won't smudge or run when things get hot (or wet). This one is my favorite. (I'm wearing it as I type this blog!)
- Scrub and soothe. Be sure to give those gams a good scrub. And don't forget your feet too. To get your tootsies sandal ready, give them a scrub in the shower and then slather them with lotion afterward. Next, slip your feet into a pair of cotton socks and hit the hay. When you wake up, your feet will be soft as a baby's bottom and ready for their close up.
- Ditch your dryer (and your bathroom). Since the summer is characteristically a very dry season, it's a great time to let your strands air-dry. I find that a simple low pony (pulled to the front on one side) is a great fallback, as is a loose side braid. But if you must blow dry your hair, do not do it in the bathroom right after you have showered. The humidity will only make your hair frizzier. For a super sleek summer blowout, head into another (dry) room and dry your hair there.
- Shave smart. After shaving your legs, use an alcohol-free lotion to avoid razor burn and irritation.
- Chill out. It may sound unpleasant, but cold showers are much better for your skin because hot showers leech your skin of its moisture. Hot showers also wreak havoc on dry hair because it opens your hair follicles, causing them to dehydrate. Instead, opt for a lukewarm or tepid shower. At the end of your shower, turn the water to cold to seal your hair follicles and quench your skin. This will make your hair extra shiny and your skin extra smooth.
- Don't go green. To prevent your hair from turning an unpleasant shade of green after a dip in chlorinated water, slater it with oil (it can be baby oil, olive oil, coconut oil etc.). If all else fails, simply rinse your hair with tap water before jumping in.
- Lighten up. Since cake-face is never a good look, I like to dilute my cover-up with a little eye cream during the warmer months. It makes this traditionally heavier makeup a bit lighter and sheerer, which is ideal for summer. It's also a good idea to use less foundation (unless you're up for risking a serious facial landslide) and preferably one that is silicone-based to prevent smudging and sliding. During the summer, less is more!
- De-puff. After a day spent in the sun (and possibly drinking margaritas), you will most likely find yourself with a major case of puffy eyes the next morning. To reduce puffiness, slice up a few refrigerated potatoes, soak them in water for a moment or two and then place them over your lids for 15 minutes. Works like a charm.
- Go sheer. While I love a great red lip, thicker "sticks should be saved for other seasons. During the summer I like to swap out my favorite lipsticks for their sheerer counterparts. Lip-glosses, tints and balms are other summertime favorites for me as well.
Do you have any summertime beauty secrets to share? If so, sound off in the comments below!
XO Lauren
P.S. It's also a good idea to give yourself a mid-summer facial. Be sure to check out my DIY 5 Step Facial.
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Nothing beats sunscreen & surf spray! You can see my entire list of summer essentials here: http://nourishandbenourished.com/2011/05/02/summer-beauty-essentials/ !
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Jergens Natural Glow is my beauty secret to a flawless shimmery tan just tan at the beach or pool then once you're out of the shower afterwards apply to your body for your new tan to shimmer and shine like the sun is your spotlight even in the dimmest of lightning!
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A cold shower is my secret tip. It is perfect for the skin!! :) XOXO from Germany!!
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great tips and tricks :) and it reminds me to buy a new scrub o.O mine is all gone :'D
xoxo
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i've just started using a new tanning lotion and really moisturing my face more and it feels so much nicer for summer :D
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Love these! Here are my summer beauty favs...: http://platformsandpearls.com/index.html?entry=summer-beauty-must-haves
xo, KMHM
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These are amazing tips but the issue I have is rosecea on my cheeks..it makes going light with makeup super hard! Any tips??
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I agree with Alyssa, the drinking lots of water tip should be a no brainer, but I too have struggled in the past. I now bring in a big waterbottle pre-filled for my journey's to and from work and fill it up again in the newsroom so fingers crossed my intake is getting better and I will reap the benefits soon.....hopefully!
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Wearing Jamberry Nail shields is my fave summer beauty routine! No smelly nail polish or acetone to deal with! www.trendynails.jamberrynails.com
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Drinking lots of water over the summer is sooo important! I've seen a difference with my skin and feeling more energized! The only way I'm able to drink the 8 glasses necessary is bringing a huge ice-filled waterbottle (that has a straw) to work every day. For some reason I drink more water if it has a straw lol! Then just keep refilling it. Sometimes I get bored with regular water so I add lemon juice in it to spice it up :)
I totally agree with limiting blow dries as well! I went 40 days without any blow drier/curling iron/straightener/nothin! My crazy curly/wavy hair was a mess but I bought good product and a bunch of cute hair bands and it worked out great! After those 40 days I could tell that my hair was stronger, had more shine, and I even felt like it grew faster! Lastly, only washing your hair every other day helps your hair stay healthier by using it's natural oils. :) Hope this helps!!
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Definitely agree with the tip on feet - theres nothing worse than dry heels in sandles. A great tip i have for this is to get rid of dry skin with a foot file then soak your feet in warm water with rock salt in for about 20mins then put lotion on - the salt is great for healing any cracks and makes your skin baby soft!
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I love simplifying my look in summer :) Makes life easier and then there is more time for fun!
xo Emilie
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Thank you for the advice about the cold/hot shower for our hair! I usually take really hot showers, but now that I know, I'll have to tone down the hot water to take care of my hair. Thanks Lauren!
Linh
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Can anyone give me some advice for beeauty tips in the midwest? I am from california and used to the dry heat, but I'm going to Indiana for a wedding and I was looking at the weather and there is 50-60% humidity everyday! And the temperature is in the 80's-90's! Ahhh I feel like I am just going to be a wet mess and I don't want that. Can someone send me a message with any tips?? I would really appreciate it!!!
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Thank you for the first tip. I have been wondering in what order to apply sunscreen, moisturizer, and primer. Now I know!
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