Summer Glow Routine
I know that we all crave the glow from getting a suntan, but the harm of direct sun can be monumental. Sun exposure is the number one cause for aging, so especially as I grow older, I try to stay out of the sun or use sun-protectants when I know that I will be outside. Whether that be through sunscreen or hats, protecting myself from the sun’s rays has become of utmost importance to me.
On the contrary, I know that I have been seeking that post-suntan glow. It goes beyond just self-tanners or spray tans for me. Instead, I desire the glowing, dewy skin that seems to be radiant. I’ve had much trial-and-error when it comes to perfecting the best skincare routine for glowing skin, but I believe I have curated the perfect routine to acquire that sun-kissed skin look. It’s important that the skincare products I put onto my skin actually work, and have good ingredients to them. So without further ado, I share with you my summer glow routine for face, body, and hair!
Step OnE: Hair Routine
The first product I love to use is the Better Not Younger Hair Redemption Restorative Butter Masque. I apply this mask in the shower, after I’ve shampooed my hair. It glides onto my hair seamlessly and provides intense hydration to my roots and ends! It is vegan, sulfate-free, and paraben-free, making it an incredible clean hair mask! I’ve noticed that my hair not only has grown stronger, but has a certain sleekness to it that makes it sparkle in the sunlight. It is the perfect companion to my summer glow skincare routine!
Step Two: Face Routine
After I’ve gotten out of the shower, I move on to my face routine. My absolute favorite products for glowing skin are the Telluride Glow Illuminating Essence and the Telluride Glow Delicate Skin Serum. Once out of the shower, I immediately apply the essence to my skin to enrich hydration and provide illumination. I then follow with the serum to reduce redness, balance and strengthen my skin. Both of these products are free of fragrance, essential oils and alcohol as well, making them safe and clean for the skin. Together, these two products provide the perfect base for achieving my sun-kissed skin!
Step Three: Moisturizing Routine
Next, I love to use the Skin Drop Renew Advanced Retinol Complex followed by the Skin Drop Hydrate Vitamin Boost Moisturizer to lock-in my glow! The retinol helps prevent aging, while also evening out the skin tone! The moisturizer adds hydration that rejuvenates the skin and provides that seamlessly glowing look! Both of these products are paraben-free, sulfate-free, GMO-free, phosphate-free, and cruelty-free, meaning that they fall in line with my desire for safe, clean products!
Step Four: Sunless Tanning Routine
Now that my skincare routine is complete, I will now move on to my body routine! I love to use the Undressed Tans Self-Tanning Lotion by The Nudest for the perfect glow! The lotion is safe for both face and body, and provides a streak-free application. This lotion is vegan, natural, paraben-free and even safe for pregnant women, making it an incredibly clean product! Since it is a lotion, it is easy to massage into the skin and the combination of coconut, jojoba, soybean and rosehip oils make it incredibly hydrating. My favorite part of the lotion is that it is buildable, so I can either have a soft glow, or layer it for a stronger sun-kissed look.
Step Five: Moisturizing Routine
After I’ve applied my self-tanner, I love to go in with a second lotion to really give my skin a serious glow. The Essentiel by Adele Essentiel Moisture Lotion is my absolute favorite moisturizing lotion! The Hyaluronic Acid really works to attract moisture and lock it into the skin. It’s additionally safe to use on the face as well as the body, given that it is free of parabens, sulfates, artificial fragrances, and silicones. In combination with my self-tanning lotion, the Essentiel Moisture Lotion provides my skin with the perfect sun-kissed hydration!
Together these products provide the perfect recipe for impeccable, glowing skin! It’s not necessary to harm our skin by the sun’s rays, when we can achieve the sun-kissed look in a way that is safe! Don’t shy away from desiring the glowing, dewy look, just simply look for face, body and hair products that provide the same results! I hope my routine has been helpful, and I look forward to hearing how you all are staying “glowy” while protected from the sun’s rays!
Enjoy!
xx Barbara