Amber's Summer Skincare Routine
Summertime is without a doubt my favorite season. Our summers consist of a long beach days and travel so it is extremely important that my skincare supports that lifestyle. I believe that skincare is more important than makeup and if you nourish your skin with the right products, you don't have to wear a lot of makeup because your skin will naturally glow. It truly is a reflection of what is going on on the inside. Most women wait until they have damage or lines and wrinkles to use quality products, but at that point, it’s too late. Start a skincare regimen now that supports your lifestyle in the season you are in. Our skin reacts to the environment and life stressors so different seasons require different levels of care for our skin.
Because I choose to spend majority of the summer outdoors, in the sun hydration is essential. I always drink a gallon of water each day to ensure I am properly hydrated on the inside because it has an immediate impact on your skin, keeping it healthy and tight.
Cleanse
Start with a cleanser that not only cleans, but also polishes your skin.
I use Reflekt’s Daily Exfoliating Face Wash, a natural cleanser that I use both morning and night. It gently exfoliates and polishes, removing dead skin. I prefer this for summer to keep the tone and texture of my skin looking and feeling polished. Frequent sun exposure can have a dulling effect on your skin, so finding products that help you maintain the glow is a must.
Time to Tone
I follow with a toner that preps my skin for the moisturizer.
I prefer Augustinus Bader’s Essence Exfoliating Toner because it is gentle and does not contain alcohol or any drying agent. It properly brings the pH balance in in my skin back to its normal operating state for properly moisturized skin.
Apply Eye Cream
Tend to the under eye area with a quality eye cream.
Once I have properly toned my skin, I then let it dry for a few minutes and apply my Clarins Eye Cream. This eye is cream is formulated from plant extracts and is gentle enough for the eye area. It hydrates it with nutrients that help prevent puffiness, lines and wrinkles. You cannot use the same moisturizer on your eye area as you do for the rest of your face. The skin around the eye is much thinner and requires special TLC to maintain the elasticity in that area.
Moisturize
Never skip this step!
Lastly, I follow up with my all-time favorite moisturizer from Augustinus Bader, The Cream. It works to not only moisturize but to rejuvenate the cells underneath to stay tight and prevents any breakdown in elasticity. This moisturizer does not contain any sunscreen, so I apply Supergoop! Glowscreen for SPF coverage and most days that is all I need for glowing, fresh and hydrated skin.
Everyone has different skincare needs so it is important to go talk to someone and identify those concerns to ensure you are using the right products for your skin type. The most important piece of the puzzle is consistency. Like anything else, you will notice the biggest difference by being consistent with whatever products you choose to use. By sticking to a skincare regimen morning and night, you will notice an improved difference with the tone and texture of your skin along with the elasticity staying in place.