10 Summer Skin Care Tips

We've had a season change since I've shared skincare tips so here you go!

1. WEAR YOUR SPF. I just can't write a summer skin care post without mentioning this. So let's do it first to get it over and done with. Just do it. No tan is worth skin cancer. You are just as beautiful with your paler winter skin, as you are in the summer. PROTECT yourself.

2. Apply a Vitamin C serum under your SPF to boost the effects of your SPF...because if you can protect yourself more, why wouldn't you friends?

3. Keep hydrating sheet masks in the fridge for days when you haven't drank as much water, have been out in the sun or salt water, or are just simply overheated. The extra cooling sensation is everything. You'll thank me later!

4. Make sure your skin is getting enough oil. You may notice that in the warmer months your skin gets more oily. Do not, I repeat, DO NOT stop using moisturizer thinking this will fix the problem. You can balance oilier skin, with oil. I know it might seem crazy but stay with me. If you stop moisturizing you can cause your skin to overproduce oil to compensate and then you will become even more oily. Making sure that you have enough oil (mainly at night if you don't want to feel greasy during the day) is vital to helping your skin slow down on it's oil production and feel more balanced. I personally use a facial oil at night and this helps my skin stay balanced. 

5. If you suffer from post inflammatory hyper pigmentation (i.e. dark spots from old, healed blemishes) make sure you are covering them with SPF. They will eventually fade, but it will take much longer if you let them get sun and darken. I was very religious about this when I was getting rid of my scars and they all went away much quicker. 

6. If you're like me, you like to take your exercise into the outdoors in the summer months. Make sure you are washing your face ASAP after every sweat sesh. If you can't make it to a sink, throw some cleansing wipes into your bag to clean and remove any bacteria. 

7. Take advantage of your local farmer's market and buy fresh fruits and veggies. Did you really think I was going to give summer tips without mentioning food? All of the in season fruits and veggies have loads of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients that can boost and protect the health of your skin. If you're not following me on Instagram yet, head over there and check it out (@andreafontanabeauty) and follow along every Tuesday as I share "#BeautyFoodTuesdays to teach you about how specific foods can help your skin. 

8. Stick to your routine. I know that with weddings, parties, barbecues and summer patios, it can be easy to get lazy with your skincare routine, but STICK WITH IT. When are skin is looking great, it's easy to get lazy, but I promise you it will be worth it in the long run to be consistent. 

9. Carry a hat in your car or purse at all times. You never know when you could get stuck in the sun for longer than expected and it's always great to have some extra shade on hand.

10. Invest in a SPF setting spray to keep in your purse. Having makeup on is not an excuse for not reapplying SPF. Also even if your foundation has SPF in it, it does not protect you all day. I recommend Coola's Sunscreen Makeup Setting Spray for reapplication throughout your day that won't mess up your makeup, but help it last longer! 

Happy summer time friends! Let me know if you utilized any of these tips or if you have any of your own!

Have a great day,

Andrea

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