Now that we are officially into summer, it seems appropriate to talk about taking care of our skin in the summer heat. I’ve always been pretty diligent about my skin care regimen however now that I am not 25 anymore, I am trying to be even more conscious. I know surprise right?!
Here are a few of my Summer Skin Care Do’s:
1. Exfoliation- Removes dead skin and brings back that summer glow.
2. Moisturizer-equally important in the summer as it is in the winter months.
3. Masks-I love a great mask! Just makes my skin feel softer and fresh. Plus it’s always fun to walk around like this.
4. Water-I love my fruit infused water in the summertime and I can always tell I feel so much better when I am fully hydrated. Plus, my skin looks better too.
5. Sunscreen- I am the first to admit that I have been a little lax in the sunscreen department the last few years. I can definitely see the little brown spots on my face and I do not like them. I am really going to try to be more mindful of putting on sunscreen for my outdoor activities. Next month’s post will focus more on that.
6. Bronzer- I love my summer glow but know it’s not so good for me. I use bronzer all year round but rely on it quite a bit in the summer months.
7. Lips-Don’t forget to take care of those lips. Mine get pretty sunburned if I don’t apply a chapstick with spf.
This month I am linking up with my friends-Fitness Mom Wine Country, Brie Hemingway & Fit Mama Love to bring you our 2nd giveaway from our Puritan’s Pride Summer Series. One of you will win this basket full of Puritan’s Pride Skin Care goodies. I was provided samples in exchange for a review however all opinions are my own. Enter Rafflecopter below. Let’s see what we have here:
I am loving the Organic Manuka Honey Facial Mask (pictured above). It goes on smooth and I really felt like my skin was cleaner and softer after use. I plan to keep it up once a week.
The Coconut Body Lotion is my favorite product in here. It just smells like summer and who doesn’t love that?!
I am still working my way through all of the Puritan’s Pride products and so far-win! I was provided with all of these products to test in exchange for a review however all opinions are my own.
What’s your best Summer Skin Care tip?
Linking up with Nicole 
It’s winter down here in South Africa at the moment, so for us it’s all the winter’s skin woes at the moment: Dry skin, chapped lips, etc. Great tips!
Yes taking care of your skin is a year round task isn’t it?! Thanks for stopping by
I’m also always trying to be more diligent about sunscreen, but it’s just so hard when you’re outside sooo much! Looks like a great giveaway…I’d love to give some of these a try!
It is hard but I am trying too. I admit I do like my tan. I am in Hawaii so it’s even harder 🙂 They are great products thanks for entering.
Love the face mask! 🙂 I need to take better care of my skin…I usually forget to wash my face before I go to bed!
What really?! I feel like I wash my face a lot bc of working out and it just feels like I need to. Thanks for entering.
Haha–you know I love my post long run face mask! How else am I supposed to time my post long run bath? And always always sunscreen and moisturizer during the summer. I may slack at other times, but you better believe I’m a good girl during the summer months.
I love the post workout face mask as well and take it right into the shower for the steam. I am trying to be better with the sunscreen but in Hawaii it’s hard!
I use a face cream with sunscreen, make up with sunscreen, and then real sunscreen if I’m going to be outside. It’s been years since I’ve used a mask though!
Oooh face masks are great especially after a long workout and then I like to wear it in the shower. Thanks for entering.
Looks like great products! I agree being sufficiently hydrated does wonders for the skin. So does cutting way back on sugar.
Yes totally agree! And I’ve been enjoying the products myself. Thanks for entering. 🙂
I make sure to wash my face thoroughly every night to get off any residue and makeup to avoid infections and keep my face refreshed.
Yes me too! Great strategy thanks for entering
There’s no such thing as drinking too much water!
Especially this summer! Really helps with my skin so much. Thanks for entering.
I love masks and am in search of a new one so thanks for the recommendation! I’m a sunscreen freak because I’m pretty pale naturally, so that’s my main beauty product as of late. Hope you have a great weekend!
I love to wear the mask into the shower to get a nice steamy effect. Thanks for entering and it’s hard not to have a great weekend in Hawaii!
Love the reminders in this post! I am constantly being bit by bugs so I keep cans, containers, wipes, spray, you name it, I have it, in all of my bags and in the car.
Can’t be too prepared! Thanks for entering.
I also love the coconut body lotion!
It smells great doesn’t it! I’ve enjoyed testing them all out.
I’m all about sunscreen in the summer. And I have a doTERRA skin care system that I love for my face :). Thanks for linking up!
I am trying to be better about sunscreen it;s not easy in Hawaii. I am loving being in the sum!
My skincare tip – I always make sure my moisturizer and makeup foundation has SPF in it or add it myself. And I drink a ton of water.
I don’t use masks only because I have not found one I like. I do mix up a scrub with coconut oil or olive oil, sugar and fresh lemon just and zest. It smells so good!
Love the smell of the fruity scrubs too. Drinking lots of water is key for me too. Thanks for entering! good luck
Great post!! I love Desert Essence!!!
Thanks I’ve enjoyed testing out their products. Thanks for entering and good luck. Have a great weekend.
I like to wear a hat or visor to protect my face when I’m outside in the sun.
Thanks for the giveaway.
Always a great idea! I need to remember that more often. thanks for entering
Less is more — sun, makeup, products. Just enough to make a difference.
So true especially in the summer! Thanks for entering
I don’t do much different for my skin in the summer vs winter. And I”m really bad about sunscreen…
Me too but I am trying! Really trying. 🙂 thanks for entering.
I love a good face mask and do one every Saturday morning. My hubby never knows what zombie he will walk into in the kitchen when he wakes up! 🙂 Great giveaway!
Loved the article and love facials as well! Do you ever make your own facials? If so, would love to know which one is your favorite.
I haven’t made my own facials yet but good idea!
My usual skin care is all over this year with the crazy weather changes we have been having here. I think summer is finally here and it is sunscreen, sunscreen, and more sunscreen… clearly in our house we need a large gallon size pump of it.
I am trying to be better with sunscreen myself this year.
I’m “old-school” when it comes to my skincare thanks to my Mom/Grandmother. I use Dove and Pond’s cold cream (green jar – scoop out) when I feel like I need a really good cleanse or after wearing makeup–if it’s too hot, I won’t wear it, I’ll just use a good moisturizer like Cetaphil.
My grandma used to use all of the Oil of Olay products and she was gorgeous!
Suncreen is a must and I would say don’t forget to apply to your neck and hands too!!
I always need a good eye cream…
These products look great!
Happy weekend!
I know my feet burn if I forget to apply it there
Anything shea butter. I love it.
I’m using a body lotion from shea butter from here. On my always dry feet, I use Body Shop hemp lotion. Life savior!
I’m here from Fit & Fashionable Friday.
I love the smell of Shea butter too and also put it on my feet. I remember your post about calf stretching from last week. Mine are so right today!
Great tips! My grandfather passed from melanoma so I am all for the sunscreen and I usually try and wear a hat too. Thanks for the tips… I need to try and exfoliate. Sometimes I am just plain lazy when it comes to my skin care.
BTW- I saw your GOTR badge on the side and love that. Are you a coach?
I am a gotr coach and love it! how about you? I am trying to be better with sunscreen but I really like my tan. I know really bad!
my tip is always moisturize after showering! i make my own with a combo of coconut oil, shea butter, almond oil, and beeswax
ooh I like that combo! Thanks for entering 🙂
Sunscreen for sure!!! L’Oreal came out with a new line last year called Advanced Sheer Silky SPF 50 and it’s like nothing is on my face when I wear it. I love Coppertone Clearly Sheer to spray on my arms and legs everyday on top of lotion, after the gym just for walking to and from work. I’ve used the Desert Essence lotion before and it smells like a DREAM!!!!
Staying well-hydrated, using sunscreen, and moisturizing are definitely my top 3 skin care tips! :]
Those are good ones! I plan on using lots more sunscreen once I get back from Hawaii
I usually apply sunscreen after I shower & reapply some before running, too. And I try to make sure it’s not right before I run, so I have for it to absorb.
Plus always wear a hat/visor & sunglasses! I wear them when I walk the dogs, too.
That’s a great strategy! I hate feeling sticky when I run
Great giveaway! I always notice a HUGE difference in my skin when I’m more hydrated in the summertime. I love fruit infused water too. 🙂
It is great & perfect for summer!
Hydration makes the biggest difference in the look and feel of my skin. I need to try a bronzer.
I love bronzer and now wear it year round my faves are Bobbi Brown and Mac.
I’ve noticed that with myself to, if I am hydrated my skin looks better, especially in the summer!
Great giveaway!
Thanks! Yes water makes a huge difference for me too.
Great giveaway my dear! Entered and hope to win!!
Thanks so much for stopping in!
Love your tips Deborah!
For more chances to win a skin care package, be sure to visit my review of the products & giveaway at: http://briehemingway.com/blog/2015/06/puritans-pride-summer-series-skin-care-giveaway/
Thanks! Brie it’s been great to try out all the products together.
Sunscreen is oh so important to me! I have it on every day and re apply if I’m outside a lot.
It is important! I am trying to be better with it. Thanks for entering and look for a 3rd skin care giveaway in a few months.