SOAK UP SUMMER TO THE FULLEST WITH A DAILY MOMENT OF PERSONAL CEREMONY TO NOURISH YOUR SOUL AND BRING OUT YOUR INNER GLOW.
-KEYS SOULCARE
Your summer to-do list should consist of three things: Being unapologetically you, praising your body, and glowing all the way up.
Too often we get lost in the energy of the summer months that we forget to create small, intentional moments of soulcare along the way. Ultimately, it’s those little moments of awareness and becoming that we remember the most.
Your summer glow-up ritual can be as simple as intention-setting before you walk out of the door in the morning, or it can be as elaborate as a multi-step ritual to honor your body and nourish your skin.
Here are our soulcare-inspired tips to make your summer skincare more like a sacred ceremony.
3 SIMPLE SUMMER SKINCARE TIPS FOR ALL SEASON LONG
Summer is a great time to try out a more minimal skincare routine; it’s hot and you may not want to bother with additional layers of serums, essences, and creams.
Instead, you can focus on curating a handful of high-quality skincare offerings that bring out your natural glow and help you feel confident anywhere you go this summer. Follow these three golden rules:
1. GO ALL IN ON HYDRATION
If there’s one thing that you need for a stellar summer, it’s to stay hydrated. That means drink your water, yes, but it also means you should keep your skin hydrated and happy.
There are plenty of ways to go about that. You can swipe on a bit of comforting balm to dry areas as needed, for example. Or, you might want to spritz on a reviving facial mist or toner for a midday hydration boost on a hot afternoon.
You can start every day with fresh, hydrated skin by choosing a moisturizer with a light, gel-like texture. Note that heavier creams can take longer to absorb into the skin, which can leave you feeling greasy and sweaty instead of glowy and refreshed.
2. PROTECT FROM UVA/UVB RAYS
Phone, keys, wallet, sun protection. That’s all you need this summer to have an amazing time. A quality broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 and above) is a must-have for both your face and body this summer. Getting a sunburn is just glorified sun damage, and your body deserves to feel cared for and glowy, not sunburnt and reaching for the aloe vera gel.
3. YES, SKINCARE ORDER MATTERS
Not sure how to layer your skincare in the summer? We get it. When in doubt all year round, apply your products from thinnest in texture to thickest.
Generally though, the summer skincare routine formula is pretty foolproof. You simply need to:
1. Cleanse with the gentle cleanser of your choice.
2. Address skin concerns with a targeted serum, like your favorite antioxidant or bakuchiol.
3. Make SPF your BFF, a.k.a. your daily protection from the sun.
5 STEPS TO GO FROM ROUTINE TO SUMMER SKINCARE RITUAL
Creating a moment of personal ceremony before you hit the beach or enjoy a summer movie night in the park can both ground you and increase your enjoyment of the present moment.
With sunny summer days and longer nights, your daily skincare ritual can become a beautiful, nourishing check-in with your body and soul.
Here are five steps to building an intentional summer skincare ritual:
1. START WITH A GENTLE CLEANSER
Wake up and wash your face with our soothing Golden Face Cleanser, featuring turmeric and chamomile. Recite the affirmation, “I am devoted to this moment,” to remind you to take your time. The rich lather will gently rinse away the night, and the soft words will help you set your intentions for the day.
2. ADD A HYDRATING SERUM
Next, layer on a few pumps of Truly Becoming. It’s a lightweight, multi-benefit peptide serum that will help skin feel moisturized even on a hot summer’s day. The poly-peptide complex is a potent amino acid formulation that helps to visibly firm skin and improve tone, while multi-weight hyaluronic acid works to keep skin looking plump and smooth.
Pack a powerful hydrator like Truly Becoming in your beach bag before a weekend getaway or pat into skin after a full day of lounging at the pool to give your skin some extra TLC.
3. LAYER WITH A LIGHTWEIGHT MOISTURIZER
Opt for a lightweight moisturizer in the summer, something that doesn’t sit too heavily on the skin or leave you feeling greasy. Our Skin Transformation Cream has a gel-like consistency for fast absorption and a soothing feel whenever it’s applied. Plus, it’s formulated with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to help support hydration and plumpness.
Once your moisturizer is fully absorbed, add a dose of color or coverage with Make You color offerings for a full-wattage shine or a subtle touch of hue.
4. HELP PROTECT YOUR SKIN WITH SUNSCREEN
Year-round sun protection is your skincare non-negotiable, winter or summer. According to dermatologists, broad-spectrum SPF helps prevent against skin-damaging UVA/UVB rays to help protect skin from sunburn. In the heat of summertime, the sun’s rays are more powerful, and prolonged UV ray exposure can have adverse effects on skin — leading to dryness, sun damage, dark spots, hyperpigmentation, or even skin cancer.
An everyday sunscreen like Protect Your Light SPF 30 provides UV protection and hydration — all in one. Niacinamide helps brightens while squalane provides a boost of plant-based, antioxidant rich moisture. Plus, there’s no white cast, lingering scent, or greasy lotion feeling.
Smooth on Protect Your Light as the final step in your summer skincare routine, and don’t forget to pack it in your beach bag — along with a good book and your favorite tinted lip balm — for easy reapplication.
5. GET A HEALTHY GLOW FROM WITHIN
As the final step in your summertime skincare ritual, grab your Let Me Glow priming serum and pat it in once your sunscreen has dried down. You can apply with fingertips or a slightly damp beauty blender.
Niacinamide helps brighten and balance, rose water promotes a healthy-looking glow, and sparkling amethyst crystal is said to heighten intuition, spirituality and creativity. Breathe deeply and repeat the affirmation, “I give myself permission to glow.”
Or, if you find your skin is craving extra rejuvenation, reach for the Hydrate and Glow Bundle. This daily trio of skincare bestsellers is formulated to help your skin reach new levels of luminosity.
Bonus points if you drink some water before indulging in this step. That’s the ultimate glowing skin hack during the summer months and beyond.
What’s your summer skincare routine must-have? Share your ritual in the comments!
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