Summer Skincare Tips

Summer is finally here! All that rain here in New England finally dissipated, and we’re finally getting those warm, sunny days we’ve been dreaming about all year long. And those frequent trips to the beach or pool also means slathering up with sunblock and adding some extra steps to our skincare routine. In this post I provide some summertime tips and tricks to help you sail through summer looking and feeling as fabulous as ever.

Foundation

One of my favorite skincare finds is Bee-Och Organics. I live and eat clean, and Bee-Och provides a fantastic line of products that make your skin glow without all of the toxic ingredients found in a lot of cosmetic products these days. I’ve tried two of their foundations, and found them both to be awesome. The Tinted Mineral Moisturizer has non-nano zinc oxide in it, which means you get protection from summer rays in addition to makeup coverage, without any of the greasiness that typically comes with sunscreen-infused products. Its coverage is a little on the lighter side, so it’s good if you’re looking for a lower level of coverage. Every time I wore it, I always got compliments on my glowing skin. It goes on dewey and never made my skin feel dried out, and it did not cake up over time either, as a lot of foundations tend to do. It comes in a dropper bottle, and I usually applied it with my hands - I felt it was too thin to use any of the makeup brushes I had. I also tried the Tinted Mineral Cream Foundation, which is my personal favorite. It too has non-nano zinc oxide. This product provides more moderate coverage, and has a creamier consistency, both of which I like. It comes in a stick applicator, and I apply it by swiping my foundation brush over it and then onto my face. I also get loads of compliments on my skin when I wear it. Like I said, the coverage is heavier, but doesn’t look or feel that way at all. And while either product hasn’t been evaluated for SPF, it still gives a little extra protection while you’re out and about during these sunny days. Bee-Och also has a ton of other clean makeup products that I can’t wait to try!

Skincare

Summertime also means bug bites. Those balmy nights under the stars having dinner or lounging on your patio often lead to the inevitable mosquito bite or two. But I have found that the Boo Boo Stick by PureHaven does an amazing job at keeping the itch at bay. It’s a great clean alternative to the typical over the counter anti-itch remedies. It can also help with cuts and things like that as well.

Hydration

We all know that hydration is key, especially in these hot summer months. But just keep in mind that the delicious iced coffee you’re sipping on the beach is also dehydrating. So if you’re going to indulge in the summer staple treat, make sure to put that Stanley or Yeti to good use and drink some water, too. I always love adding some coconut water into my hydration regimen, too, because it provides natural electrolytes and tastes amazing, especially when served cold. Getting proper hydration also does wonders for your skin and overall health as well.

That’s it for now! Until next time…stay fabulous!