It’s the height of summer, and a beauty checklist will make sure you’re set to beat the heat.
In summer it’s not just your wardrobe that changes. Your beauty regimen also needs to be adapted to the heat and humidity, and of course your skin needs more sun protection. Read on to find out how to get that healthy summer glow.
1. SKINCARE
Swap out rich face and body creams for quenching lotions and face mists. For dewy skin, keep your skincare routine minimalistic, with natural or plant-based products. Start by gently exfoliating with a scrub or wash that contains salicylic acid. Follow up with an antioxidant-rich face or toning mist, which you can also use throughout the day to cool and hydrate your skin. Apply a serum containing vitamin A, C or E for brighter skin, followed by a light moisturiser to lock everything in. And of course, sunscreen is your best friend – even on rainy days.
TIP: Use organic oils for balanced skin. Oils like jojoba mimic the skin’s natural oil and strengthen its barrier.
Related article: Skincare for all ages
2. MAKE-UP
Gone are the days, thank goodness, when hydrating make-up was a shiny base that melted in the heat. With newer formulations, make-up is breathable, complexion enhancing and contains several skin benefits. For well-blended and glowing make-up that stays in place, wet a beauty sponge, then squeeze all the water out. Apply make-up directly onto the skin and use the damp sponge to blot and blend for a flawless finish. The same sponge can be used to apply and blend concealer and powder – talk about a multitasker!
TIP: Use a face mist with added SPF to keep make-up in place, hydrate skin, and top up sun protection.
Related article: 10 beauty tips from celebrity make-up pros
3. HAIR
Give your hair and scalp a fresh lease on life with a simple detox. First, wash your hair using a clarifying shampoo to help remove all build-up. Follow this with a scalp scrub or a scalp stimulating brush to deeply cleanse, remove dead skin cells and stimulate blood flow. Rinse and deep condition your hair, and when done, apply a leave-in conditioner and a light oil or moisturiser. Stay away from heat, styling or manipulating your hair and colour treatment for a week or two.
TIP: Your hair benefits from water-based hydration such as hair creams and puddings. Use them before applying oil-based products. Applying only oily products may cause build up.
Related article: How to protect your hair from salt and chlorine this summer
TRY THESE
Naturally Africa Vitamin E and Various Oils Hair & Scalp Oil
50ml
159.95
Maybelline Superstay 30HR Active Wear Foundation in Sun Beige
229.95
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Supercharged
Serum 30ml
189.95
All products available at selected Foschini stores with your Jet Account Card.
TIP: Use organic oils for balanced skin. Oils like jojoba mimic the skin’s natural oil and strengthen its barrier.
Related article: Skincare for all ages
2. MAKE-UP
Gone are the days, thank goodness, when hydrating make-up was a shiny base that melted in the heat. With newer formulations, make-up is breathable, complexion enhancing and contains several skin benefits. For well-blended and glowing make-up that stays in place, wet a beauty sponge, then squeeze all the water out. Apply make-up directly onto the skin and use the damp sponge to blot and blend for a flawless finish. The same sponge can be used to apply and blend concealer and powder – talk about a multitasker!
TIP: Use a face mist with added SPF to keep make-up in place, hydrate skin, and top up sun protection.
Related article: 10 beauty tips from celebrity make-up pros
3. HAIR
Give your hair and scalp a fresh lease on life with a simple detox. First, wash your hair using a clarifying shampoo to help remove all build-up. Follow this with a scalp scrub or a scalp stimulating brush to deeply cleanse, remove dead skin cells and stimulate blood flow. Rinse and deep condition your hair, and when done, apply a leave-in conditioner and a light oil or moisturiser. Stay away from heat, styling or manipulating your hair and colour treatment for a week or two.
TIP: Your hair benefits from water-based hydration such as hair creams and puddings. Use them before applying oil-based products. Applying only oily products may cause build up.
Related article: How to protect your hair from salt and chlorine this summer
TRY THESE
Naturally Africa Vitamin E and Various Oils Hair & Scalp Oil
50ml
159.95
Maybelline Superstay 30HR Active Wear Foundation in Sun Beige
229.95
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Supercharged
Serum 30ml
189.95
All products available at selected Foschini stores with your Jet Account Card.
HEAT-PROOF MAKE-UP FOR A FLAWLESS SUMMER LOOK
Reviewed by Michelle Pienaar
on
January 27, 2022
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Reviewed by Michelle Pienaar
on
January 27, 2022
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