Summer is that great time of the year for being active outdoors, traveling, going on adventures and enjoying the sunshine, fresh air and open spaces that nature provides. However you choose to spend your moments, don’t forget about your skin and hair. As the temperatures heat up, and the humidity increases, you will want to adapt to the changes. Our beauty experts have a list of super recommendations to remember as you head outdoors for fun this summer.
No-Brainer. Wear Some SPF!!
We have all been schooled enough times about the importance of sunscreen, but really, you need it when you’re heading outdoors, especially during summertime. Dermatologists from around the world agree that you should apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher on all exposed skin. Reapply it every two hours, and here’s another tip: Dr. Marisa Garshick, a New York doctor of dermatology, explains it this way. She suggests rubbing on a nickel-sized dollop (equivalent to half a teaspoon) to the face and neck combined.
Brighten with Vitamin C Serum
The summer season is also ideal for adding vitamin C serum to your beauty arsenal. Some people apply it all year round. Either way, topical vitamin C is effective at protecting your complexion against hyperpigmentation issues, boosting collagen production and brightening the skin for that radiant glow. When do you apply? Skincare experts advise layering a few drops on your skin between cleansing and moisturizer. By the way, you don’t need a heavy moisturizer during those hot, humid days. Lighten up, and save the thicker formulas for fall and winter.
Choose Camping for Your Outdoor Vacation
Taking a trip into the forest is a great way to get outdoors but still gives you the opportunity to cover up and protect your skin. For example, camping in Maine state parks will give you the chance to see beautiful lakes, incredible forests, and great landscape views. Just remember to wear long sleeves, bring a hat, and wear long pants. This way you can enjoy your vacation without exposing yourself to a sunburn as you would on a beach.
Wear Less Makeup
You still want to look pretty with glowing skin, but during summertime, wear fewer cosmetics when you’re outside. Avoid creasing, cakiness and a shiny face by opting to wear a tinted moisturizer, concealer and some lip gloss. If you want that healthy radiance, then apply a little bronzer along the cheekbones, forehead and chin. Bronzer is fab for making your teeth appear whiter and your eyes a bit brighter.
Start Off with a Hair Trim
If you want to maintain healthy strands this summer, then get a trim and remove those split ends and frazzled ends. The sun’s powerful UV rays cause dry and brittle hair by penetrating and damaging the hair cuticles. Salon pros also remind you to protect color-treated hair because the sun and heat can do a number on it and cause brassiness and straw-like texture. Cover up with a hat or scarf if you’re going to be spending some time outdoors.
Wash Your Hair Less Often
This sounds crazy because when it’s hot and you’re sweating, you want to shampoo your hair daily, but try to avoid that. When you over-wash, you can quickly strip the natural oils in your hair. Try dry shampoo in between for great volume and removing oiliness. If you need a daily shampoo, then find a mild formula and just suds up the scalp area.
Make It Micellar Water
When you’re on the road, in the water or in the skies and heading to your destination, you’re probably packing a few toiletries if you’re going to be spending at least one night away from home. You don’t want to tote along dozens of products for a trip, for example. You want to bring along stuff that serves a multi-purpose, and micellar water is one of those genius beauty formulas. You’ll want to wash your face before heading off to sleep. Micellar water is excellent for removing any makeup and grime, cleansing your face and neck, and adding moisture to the skin all at the same time. It contains tiny balls of cleansing oil molecules suspended in soft water. Micellar water is suitable for all skin types, and all you need is a cotton swab for applying it to the skin.
Rayanne Morriss is currently working towards her BA from Oregon State University. She loves to write, read, travel, and paint. She enjoys finding new coffee shops with friends and expanding her cooking skills with her husband.
