I want to share my current beauty routine for the summer. In the summer we need to change our skincare routine because being outside in the hot temperatures can lead to unwelcome problems. Since I'm working from home, and am outside a lot less, I've noticed my skin feels normal and unproblematic. If you're outside sweating a lot, your body is going to crave water; and without replenishing it the skin's moisture will be dry. The solution is to drink a lot of water and using products with oils and glycerin that will lock in the moisture into your skin.
I see skincare as a major investment, as your face is the first thing people see. I've gotten compliments on my skin lately from a few people so I thought I'd share what I have been using. You'll see that I don't use a cream moisturizer so I think the essences and oils are what is keeping my skin soft. I drink 8 glasses of water everyday, I know because I have a half gallon water bottle. I eat a lot of fruits and vegetables. I go to the farmers market every Saturday and make a batch of salads from that. I take a B vitamin which helps your body produce new skin cells, retain moisture, have softer skin and reduce the skins of aging. B vitamins are also good for your hair and nails.
I’m a Sephora junkie, but I only shop during their 15% off sale a couple times a year. My goal has always been to create empty bottles, so everything you see listed on my previous beauty posts were used until the bottle was empty. I don't need to purchase skin care products that often. I think quality skincare products are an investment in your skin's health. Good skin means you don't need as much makeup for your daily life.
AM Routine
Wash
Youth To The People Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser
I wash my face twice a day, at night before bed and after my lunchtime peloton ride. I've been using this cleanser daily since July 2020, so that's how long this 8oz bottle has lasted! I love, Youth to the People's cleanser! It comes in a glass jar bottle and does a good job of removing dirt, oil, and makeup, and rinses clean with no residue. Its gentle formula that doesn’t leave skin feeling dry or tight afterwards. Also included in the formula are numerous antioxidants, among them kale, green tea, and spinach.
Toner
A calming facial toner that hydrates and refreshes the skin without the use of alcohol. Perfect for sensitive and delicate skin, this calming treatment toner helps maintain the natural pH levels without the use of alcohol or other harsh detergents. Infused with soothing extracts of Apricot, Sweet Betty Flower and Saponins from Quillaja Wood, the hydrating formula soothes and harmonizes the skin whilst leaving it looking and feeling fresh and radiant. It also acts as the first layer of hydration and aids in the penetration of the moisturizer or night cream. I spray this toner on immediately after washing and drying my face, then wait a few minutes for the toner to dry before moving on to the next step.
Vitamin C Serum
Essence
One Ocean Blue Light Protection Mist
A hydrating mist that protects against photoaging from blue light exposure, dehydration and urban pollution. The ingredients include glycerin, aloe, red algae, peptides, and marine actives.
Fresh Kombucha Antioxidant Facial Treatment Essence
I use this after I wash my face after my lunch workout. It gives my skin a glow, makes my pores smaller and moisturizes my skin. The ingredients include Hyaluronic Acid, Kombucha, and glycerin.
Sunscreen
UV rays are the harshest in the summer so sunscreen is the most important step in preventing aging. You have to wear sunscreen every single day and reapply every 2 hours when outside. I buy new bottles every year as it does expire.This is my favorite sunscreen because it gives your skin a light-reflective, luminous appearance. It's sunscreen with a pearlescent glow. When I'm not in the mood for that I use Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 which is sheer (not white) and gives your skin a matte finish.
My work from home desk is next to the window and I noticed I got a truckers tan where my right hand was darker than my left hand. lol So I bought this hand sunscreen (which is great because you can often tell a woman's age by her hands) and keep it on my desk to apply first thing in the morning.
If you get melasma, hyperpigmentation on your upper lip aka "a skin mustache", then you have to try this. Luckily for the last year I haven't had to worry about it since I always had a mask on outside.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Lightweight Sunscreen Spray - SPF 100
I've been using this for a few years now because it gives my arms and legs this glow like an oil mist which I love!
PM Routine
Retinol
SkinBetter Intensive AlphaRet Overnight CreamEye cream
Elemis Peptide4 Eye Recovery CreamMasks/Peels
Two or three times a week I will do a mask or peel after cleansing.
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