Summer Season Skin Care Routine
Hi friends!
Back with an updated skin-care routine. You know I like to change up my skin-care throughout the year, whilst continuing to use my favorite year round products. My skin type is typically combination, however it does get more oily/congested/acne prone in the warmer months.
I always start with a cleansing oil. I like to try different cleansing oils so currently I’m using Weleda Skin Food oil to milk *cleanser which is phenomenal as a first (pre) cleanse. It melts away make-up, spf and general pollution accumulated on the face throughout the day. I apply with dry hands on a dry face while I am in the shower. Gently massage all over my face for a minute or so while standing in the shower. The warm steam will allow your pores to really open and the oil will help break down what’s on your skin. Once water hits this oil it transforms into a milky cream cleanser and melts everything right off.
Now that my face is clean, I go in and cleanse again. I like to use a water based cleanser as a second cleanse. I rotate between any of these cleansers. I love all of these and they are always my go tos. Currently using *Is Clinical Cleansing Complex.
Weleda Skin Food oil to milk *cleanser
EXFOLIATION
I mentioned this product in my Spring favorites and I think this is my new exfoliating staple so i’ll bring it up here too, it’s that good. Clear Stem facial exfoliator. This brand just knows what’s up when it comes to the struggles of aging and acne. They formulate all of their skin-care to help people with acne prone skin who also want to fight signs of aging. I use this 2-3x a week. It is very gentle, but equally effective. I also like to use *CocoKind Turmeric Illuminating Solution. This is a chemical exfoliation using &% PHA, mandelic and glycolic acid to gently encourage cell turn over and provide soft, smooth skin.
Clear Stem Skin Care
SERUMS
Continuing with Clearstem skin-care, I have been using three of their serums. Clearity, Cell Renew, Bounceback. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE all of these. I was kindly gifted Bounceback serum and am so grateful! I absolutely love it! My skin is so clear and firm after using these serums. Finally a brand that address signs of aging AND acne prone skin!
Clearity is known as the “blackhead dissolver” This gentle yet powerful exfoliating mandelic acid serum combines vitamin C, the perfect acid blend, and a specific pH balance to unclog pores and dissolve away excess skin & oil. Watch your skin get brighter, smoother, and clearer.
Cell Renew This stem cell serum is formulated with key ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and reishi mushroom, which work together to balance oil production & regulate hormonal acne. All ingredients are known for their natural benefits in promoting healthier skin, making it perfect for all skin types.
Bounceback Concentrated stem cell formula has been proven to reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles as well as reverse scarring.
TREATMENTS
Every couple of weeks I will shave my face with The Skinny Confidential facial razor. I love that this *razor is larger and sturdier than most facial razors out there and has *replacement blades. Plus it has a very chic aesthetic. I find it keeps my skin clear, bright and smooth. And it makes my skin just glow throughout the day. Shaving your face not only exfoliates you skin and removes peach fuzz, it also helps your other skin-care products penetrate the skin better. It’s a treatment I look forward to doing. The last thing you want is to spread bacteria on your face and create issues so make sure you are properly sanitizing the blades between each use. I clean with hot water and soap and sanitize with rubbing alcohol. One blade typically lasts me about 6 uses.
MOISTURIZERS
During these hot summer months I usually like to keep it minimal when it comes to moisturizer. If I apply a deep moisturizer like I would in the cooler months, my skin would be melting off. It is just too humid for all that. So I like to rely on hydrating products in the evenings to seal my skin and provide good hydration the next day without using a moisturizing cream. Summer Fridays Jet lag mask is perfect as an overnight moisturizer. It is very hydrating and doesn’t clog pores. I also like *Ice Queen Face Oil. In the morning I simply rinse my with ice cold water, spray some facial mist, add sun protection and call it a day. A hydrating mist of some kind is just a must in the warmer months. I keep one in my bag, bathroom, car and fridge. Evian mist is like angels kissing you. It’s heavenly.
SUN PROTECTION
I like to keep a few SPF on rotate but lately i’ve been using Summer Fridays Shade Drops. I think this is the best sun protection i’ve ever found for the face. It is a mineral sunscreen that is SO lightweight! You do not feel like you are applying SPF on your face what so ever. It has a serum like consistency, think thin and water based. It lays and drys down beautifully. I will 100% be repurchasing this. I have also been using Dime Beauty’s Wonderscreen. This one has a heavier consistency but also blends beautifully. Both of these do don’t break me out or feel heavy on the skin. They hydrate, protect and lay nicely under makeup.
Also comes in a tinted version
XO,
Charlene
