Healthy Summer Glow
Who doesn’t want that healthy summer glow all year round? Safe to say we all probably do so we’re here with our favorite go-to glowy products we use across all seasons.
The Sunscreen
We all know by now how important and non-negotiable sunscreen is. Apply it every day and every two hours for as long as you’re outdoors including overcast days! We love this Supergoop! Glowscreen because it’s lightweight, streak-free and also doubles as a primer for makeup. This SPF 40 sunblock is also pearlescent providing us with that glow-from-within effect that we can achieve on our own without the presence of the sun and its harmful rays.
Another SPF favorite is the La Mer Radiant Skin Tint SPF 30. A slightly less stronger option but worth mentioning because it possesses that famous La Mer sea kelp component that has us hooked. This product brightens skin and leaves in gleaming, and just like the Supergoop! Option, it has that tinted moisturizer feature only with this product the tinting is slightly stronger.
The Highlighter
Tinted moisturizer not enough glow for you? Good thing, it's not enough for us either, that's why we’re telling you about this Highlighting Powder from Bobbi Brown. This compact highlighter comes in four shades and is a high-impact reflective powder that instantly brightens your complexion. It’s super silky consistency ensures the absence of fine lines and cakiness. Apply alone or over a tinted moisturizer on your cheek bones, bridge of your nose and any other points that catch the sunlight. Our favorite shade is none other than Afternoon Glow.
Perhaps you prefer the liquid highlighter to the powder version. Indeed, each has their advantages but this Urban Decay x Prince Liquid Highlighter goes on sheer and is super buildable. You also have more control using this liquid highlighter than the powder option. Your skin appears hydrated and plump after applying and will last up to 12 hours! That’s almost reason enough to get your hands on this product to create all of your summer makeup looks.
The Lotions
Looking for that perfect tanning lotion? We have a couple options for you here. The thing about tanning lotions is that you have to try out a bunch to find the perfect one and good for you, you have us to do that for you and report with what we found most effective. Our first option is the Charlotte Tilbury Supermodel Body Shimmer Highlight Lotion. We like to think this lotion is more of a highlighter than a tanning lotion. Rather than create a fake tan it accentuates your body’s natural glow. So if you’re just looking for a lightweight glow that says “lit within” then this is your best option. It also smells absolutely divine.
The largest complaint we’ve heard when it comes to tanning lotions is the streaking. You have to be diligent in your buffing when it comes to application so what’s a girl to do? Take the “lotion” out of the equation completely and opt for this St. Tropez Water Mouse. It’s consistency is literally that of water and it goes on clear but within hours it reveals an even tan that you control the intensity of. There is absolutely no way to have streaks with this product; simply apply a few pumps (the more the darker) to your tanning mit and apply in circular motions.
Don’t forget the ankles and the back of the thighs and you’re on your way to having the best summer tan ever.