Summer is HERE!! And we couldn’t be more excited! We already have our weekends filled with lots of beach days, road trips, ice cream dates and outdoor adventures. Who else has big plans!? In this post, we are spilling our best tips, tricks and secrets to achieving that perfect, healthy, sun kissed skin look this summer!
We’re sharing all our must have skincare products, tanning lotion, beauty tools, mineral sunscreens, makeup products and more! All the products! You’ll want to save this post for later.
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6 Skincare Products for Glowing, Sun Kissed Skin
1. Exotic Goddess Ageless Serum
The ULTIMATE serum for bright, glowing and youthful looking skin! It’s made with Kakadu Plum which is native to Australia and has the highest plant based source of Vitamin C. This is going to visibly brighten your skin! The serum contains Hyaluronic Acid as well which is going to leave your skin feeling super hydrated, radiant and smooth.
It’s the perfect anti-aging, summer serum! If you’re curious what it feels like – it’s got a gel-like texture that absorbs really quickly into your skin. Oh and it smells SO GOOD.
2. No. 4 Tinted Vanilla Silk Hydrating Lotion
Our favorite tinted moisturizer for the summer months. No. 4 Tinted Vanilla Silk Hydrating Lotion is super lightweight (you won’t feel like you have anything on your skin), silky smooth and absorbs quickly into your skin.
It’s got a light mocha tint to it and actually adjusts to your natural skin tone once you blend it in for a tinted, healthy glow. I don’t like to wear a ton of foundation in the summer, just because I like to let my skin breathe, so most days I will only use this on my face. With SPF, obviously!
3. Green Goddess Lip Oil
Super moisturizing and hydrating for your lips! I keep one of these in my purse at ALL TIMES. It’s so easy to throw in your bag when you go to the beach or have an outdoor day with the girls- you can just swipe it on when your lips are feeling a little dry or chapped.
And, the best part.. you can also use it on your under-eye area for a quick burst of hydration or over your lipstick for added shine. We love a multi-use product!
4. SPF!!
The MOST important skincare product for summer! Here are my top 3 favorite face and body sunscreens.
Basking Beauty Natural Sunscreen SPF 50
Like the Exotic Goddess Ageless Serum, this broad-spectrum sunscreen is made with Kakadu plum and Vitamin E, so it’s amazing at boosting collagen production and providing protection from UVA/UVB light. It smells yummy too!
I also wanted to highlight the fact that it’s a plant based, physical sunscreen made with zinc oxide and it leaves absolutely no white cast on your skin!! That is hard to find!
Tula Protect + Glow SPF 30
My favorite face sunscreen – I wear this daily, year round! It provides protection from uv rays, pollution and blue light damage too. It literally gives you the prettiest glow! Think beautiful sun kissed skin, without the greasy residue or white cast other sunscreens leave behind.
Made with pineapple and papaya, it smells delicious and is reef safe too. Use code MAJINSKI for 15% off your Tula order!
Coola Classic Sunscreen Spray
The BEST spray sunscreen (IMO)!! This stuff is amazing. I was never a fan of spray sunscreens growing up because my skin would feel so tacky and gross. Coola’s spray SPF isn’t like that at all. It’s non-greasy, lightweight and gives your skin a slight shimmer. If you’re debating on a scent, get Peach Blossom – it’s so good!
5. Tula Brightening and Neutralizing Eye Balm
I’ve been using this brightening eye balm for almost a year now – it’s so pretty! It gives off the most subtle golden glow, diminishes the look of dark circles and protects from blue light. So many benefits!
If you want to hear my thoughts on some of Tula’s other products, I have an entire blog post that goes through my favorite products and a brief review of the brand.
6. Dr. Zenovia Peptide + Ceramide Repairing Moisturizer
Okay! I have a lot of favorite moisturizers, but Dr. Zenovia’s Peptide and Ceramide Repairing moisturizer is one of my top recommended for summer. I literally look forward to using it every day!
It IS a bit more expensive, but it is 100% worth it. It helps to boost skin elasticity and strengthen the skin’s barrier for healthy, plump and radiant skin! Overall, really great for all skin types, but especially great for those with sensitive skin. My skin has honestly never looked better!
Beauty Tools We Use
I have a few beauty tools that I swear by that have helped to reduce puffiness and tighten and smooth my skin.
Ice Roller
Seriously don’t know what I’d do without my ice roller! I started ice rolling back in 2018 and I’m still obsessed. I legit take mine on all of our vacations and road trips because I can’t go without it.
It does the best job at reducing puffiness and tightening your skin in the morning and is super great for sun burns! I even use it if I have a headache or just spent the entire day outdoors. I love the cooling sensation!
Edible Beauty – Beauty Tool
Okay! So I’m not exactly sure if this tool has a proper name, it’s just called Beauty Tool on the Edible Beauty website – but it is awesome! It combines the benefits of Gua Sha and a facial roller to reduce puffiness, while lifting and smoothing your skin. It works wonders.
I love using it in on my face and neck in the morning when I apply my serums and oil!
Sunless Tanning Products We Love
I want to quickly mention a few of our favorite sunless tanning products if you’re looking to achieve the perfect natural glow without any sun damage! Our top 3 self-tanners are: Wonder Tan Self Tan Foam, Tanologist Self Tan Mousse and the Coola Sunless Tan Sculpting Mousse.
You can’t go wrong with any! You’ll get a really smooth, streak free, natural tan with these.
Best Highlighters and Bronzers
Want to achieve that effortlessly flawless glow that looks like you just stepped off the beach? You’ll want to add a bronzer and illuminating highlighter to your makeup look.
Best budget-friendly golden highlighter is hands down Maybelline’s Master Chrome Metallic Highlighter in shade Molten Pearl. It’s light, shimmery and lasts all day long. Apply this down the bridge of the nose, on the tops of the cheekbones, above your Cupid’s bow and below your eyebrows for the ultimate glowy, summer look!
We also highly recommend Benefit Cookie Highlighter. Very buildable, so it’s great if you want a very soft gold shimmer, or an intense highlight!
For an added bronze glow, apply the this bronzer right below the apples of your cheeks, along your hairline above your forehead, and along your jawline. You’ll get a natural sun kissed tan without any sun exposure!
It comes in three shades so it’s great for both lighter or darker skin tones.
Extra Tips for Healthy, Sun Kissed Skin
We wanted to share a few extra tips to keep your skin looking healthy, radiant and glowing all summer long. Number 1 – Hydrate!! It’s so so important to drink plenty of water! Your skin and body will thank you. Number 2 – Make sure to avoid too much sun exposure! Always wear your SPF, but wear a hat and other clothing to protect your skin too!
Number 3 – to ensure hydrated, plump and silky smooth skin, we like to use an overnight face mask 2-3 times a week. We love Good Science Beauty’s Hydrating Facial. It has a cooling, jelly-like texture and absorbs right into your skin, so you don’t have to worry about ruining your pillows. When you wake up in the morning, your face will feel so smooth and rejuvenated!
And lastly, make sure you get enough sleep every night. Beauty sleep is important for healthy, youthful skin!
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