In light of the beautiful sunny days ahead, I thought I would offer you some
SUMMER BEAUTY TIPS.
I’m sure by now you all know how important sunscreen is, but on a lighter side . . . . .
I would like to offer some tips on how to look your best on a hot sunny day.
Sun can really strip colored treated hair, protect your investment with a pretty hat. A hat will do double duty, protecting your hair color as well as your beautiful face.
Sun hats are “oh so pretty” and feminine.
Sunlight makes everything look more pronounced. Pores are more noticeable, fine lines become more high def and colors become ultra vivid.
You may wish to key down your makeup and avoid anything too light reflective (sparkly).
If you do want some coverage, now is a great time to try a BB Cream, which offers many benefits in one step. Look for a tinted BB Cream with an SPF, moisture, light foundation and protection in one product.
An option to makeup would be a self tanner (yes, on face too). It will offer a safe sun kissed glow, and often you can skip foundation all together.
With face makeup, less is more on a warm, bright day.
Perhaps a bright pop of waterproof eye liner for color, and a bright lipstick, but only smudged into your lips for a stain. Stay away from color with bluish undertones, neutral or warm tones will flatter you best under a bright natural light.
A powder compact in your bag will help control the glow.
Self-tanners will make your legs look great and slimmer!
Remember to remove all your makeup and sunscreen at days end to let your skin breath, then slather on a night cream containing hyaluronic acid to rehydrate your skin.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Rhonda Smiley,
Cosmetics Manager,
Chemainus Pharmasave.
250-324-4488.
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