Did you survive the heatwave? Yes? Good. It's hard work dealing with temperatures past a certain point isn't it - especially when that point is sitting out in the garden at 10pm because the brisk of air is cooler than your front room with all the windows open and a house representing Bug's Life. When it's hot in Britain, it's hard to handle so imagine how parched your skin gets in its daily exposure to sun (okay, what I really mean is when you're on holiday or enjoying the three days of warm weather at home).
I find there's various problems your beauty regime and your prized skin are faced with in the summer time. There's the sweating off of makeup when you're trying to look your best, the battle of burn turned bronze, sunscreen breaking us out, damage, dryness, peeling, increased oils, and a general yucky feeling which is why it's important to not only stock up on the essentials that will ensure our skin stays safe, soft and smooth but that will carry us appropriately through the season. With so much on the market it's hard to know where to start but today's (very late I'm sorry) Wednesday Saturday wishlist hopefully narrows the sections. I'm starting with the L'Occitane sun care range, a luxe collection that is specifically designed to protect your face and body against the sun's unfortunate harmful rays. The light cream with an ultra light formula does the complete job of protecting, hydrating, firming, softening and straightening without any extra effort and their choice of lip balms - tinted or transparent - are a must have when your pout is lacking moisture and in need of enrichment.
I find a high performance sunscreen is a problem solved with one application, especially when the UV protection is nourishing, absorbed quickly, waterproof and powerful - Shiseido's anti ageing protection lotion is a great pick. A multi usage dry oil is another staple product that keeps your skin velvety soft and healthy, I love the glistening glow oil provides as it volumises tan instead of drowning it. It's always handy to have a calming cosmetic nearby too for when your skin turns troublesome, the intensive Heal Gel is an ideal multi purpose skin rescue which would be the perfect barrier for irritation. Lush's Breath of Fresh Air is exactly that, there's nothing like a refreshing spritz of a toner to cool you down and provide a welcoming sensation to dehydrated skin. There's no denying The Body Shop is my go to place for anything sun related, their Vitamin C range is potent for that vibrancy and one I always find myself going back to when I want to stock up on holiday toiletries - the polish would be a classic duo that cleanses and exfoliates in one step! TBS releases continue to improve and this time round I'm eager to get my hands on their new Skin Defence serum; with an SPF of 50, strong antioxidants and ingredients that help protect against aggressors and combat any dullness effects of a summer well spent, it's an integral extra.
Moving on to makeup, it's difficult to find the right balance. I know for me personally I end up quitting completely and risking the bare face but then I'm disappointed because it's my mission to find both a base and its accompanied highlights that allow me to shine (but not literally, as my over oily skin would definitely win the battle). Starting with a lightweight finish with a correcting and brightening function is the motto to consider - Clarin's Instant Light would be perfect as it naturally radiates and hydrates your complexion without that heavy feeling. Blotting powder is also crucial for soaking up any unwanted and the description of Becca's Blotting Powder Perfector - phenomenally oil absorbent and pore minimising with a tendency to blur imperfections and provide a beautiful soft focus without drying, caking or collecting in creases - sounds like my dream saviour. To inject some colour into your cheeks either as a bronzer or a full face, Stila's Stay All Day 10-in-1 Bronzing Balm is a good place to begin. It has SPF, helps to banish blemishes and is subtle in leaving a golden glow. Finalising with a floral, sun kissed fragrance like Jo Malone's White Jasmine & Mint allows you to set yourself up for the day ahead and put the exploring plans in action.
What are your summer skincare and makeup holy grails? Do you have anything on your list?
Bridie x
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