Summer means more time outside, soaking up the rays and enjoying the warm weather. And while getting extra vitamin D is good for us, all that extra exposure to the sun, sand and turf may not be the best thing in the world for our skin. But caring for your skin doesn’t mean staying indoors until summer is over. There are things that you can do to protect your skin and still enjoy the warm months of the year.

If you wear tight clothing that doesn’t allow a lot of room for your skin to breath, then you are running the risk of getting a heat rash. Heat rashes are itchy and uncomfortable and can be easily avoided. Choose loose fitting clothes made of natural fibres to avoid  heat rash.

If you are planning on spending a lot of time out in the sun, make sure to cover up for at least some of that time. A long-sleeved shirt, sunglasses and wide-brimmed hat can help you fend off damaging UV rays.

You may think that you don’t need to moisturize during the summer, but you’re wrong. Your skin can dry out during the summer months, especially if you sweat a lot. Use a lighter lotion than you do in the winter months, and one that is preferably water based.

If at all possible, stay indoors during the hottest part of the day, usually between 10 am and 4 pm. Avoiding the hottest and sunniest part of the day means lessening your chances of getting a sunburn and damaging your skin. Even if you could stay indoors for a part of this time your skin will thank you.

Get into the habit of putting sunscreen on everyday. For the best coverage, make sure it has an SPF of at least 15. Making it part of your morning routine will ensure that your skin will be protected from the damaging UV rays during your commute to work and any time you spend outside.

If you plan on spending time outdoors, make sure to put your sunscreen on 15 minutes before you head out. And reapply often. Don’t just slap it on and then think that’s good enough. You should reapply your sunscreen ever hour or two, after swimming and after exercising. Reapplying your sunscreen regularly will help prevent you from getting burnt. This also includes overcast or cloudy days. You don’t need a bright, sunny day to get a sunburn and damage your skin.

Make sure that you use a lip balm with an SPF of at least 15. Lips can get burned, too. And as with your sunscreen, reapply often.

Your skin can get quite battered during the summer. Wind, sand, salt and sweat can create more dead skin than in the winter. Exfoliate a few times a week with a gentle exfoliate (sugar mixed in some almond or grape seed oil is perfect) to get rid of dead skin cells and make your skin glow.

If you wear make-up, keep it light during the summer months. Instead of a heavy foundation that may not allow your skin to breath, use a tinted moisturizer or tinted sunscreen. Keep away from creamy eye shadows and lipsticks that can end up feeling and looking waxy in the warm weather.

Summer means warmer weather, longer days and more time spent outside. While you enjoy your time outdoors, make sure that your skin doesn’t end up paying the price. Be sun smart and skin savvy and you can enjoy the summer without ruining your skin.

1. Exfoliate Your Body

It’s so very important to exfoliate your skin. Your body sheds skin cells at an amazing rate every minute of every day. If you don’t get rid of them, they’ll just sitting on your skin making you look dull and dry. No matter how much lotion you use, you’re never going to have glowing skin if you don’t exfoliate. Grab a body scrub and hit the shower. Gently rub your exfoliator in circular movements on your entire body from the shoulders down (you’ll want a facial exfoliator for your face and neck) and rinse clean. Continue to do this 2-3 times a week for year-round beautiful skin.

2. Hydrate your Body with a Summer-Scented Lotion

Find a summery lotion that you won’t forget to put on. It’s time to pack away your thick winter body butters for more light summery lotions. You don’t have time to wait for your lotion to sink in, so look for something light fast absorbing. Gels and Purees are perfect fast absorbers.  Nothing spells summer more than a light refreshing fruity lotion. Make sure you apply right after you dry off from your shower. You need to seal in the moisture your body just soaked in.

3. Don’t Forget your Feet

Winter boots have long since been packed away; it’s sandal season ladies. Either go and get a pedicure (try a beauty school if cost is a factor), or give yourself an at-home pedicure. You scrub off the dead dry skin to reveal your sandal ready feet. Nothing is worse than seeing dull dry feet inside cute sandals. It doesn’t have to be a big ordeal. Keep a foot scrub and file in your shower and scrub your feet a few times a week. You’ll notice a big difference in the softness of your feet.

4. Get a Safe Summer Glow

You have so many choices when it comes to adding a little summer tint to your skin, and the tanning bed shouldn’t be one of them. Using a sunless tanner will give your skin a beautiful start to summer. Even if you’re not a fan of sunless tanners all over your body, you can happily use them on your face. If you alternate your facial moisturizer with one that builds a bit of color, you’ll have a healthy glow that will make it look as though you just spent the weekend on the beach. Most facial tanners build color gradually, by alternating with your regular moisturizer, you’ll never get too dark.

5. Out With the Old - Buy a New Sunscreen

Throw away last year’s unused sunscreen for a new bottle. Sunscreens aren’t meant to last forever, and seeing most people don’t use as much as they should, I bet you have a bottle or two stored away. Be safe and pick up a new one. And don’t forget the most important sunscreen advice: USE IT. You should be using a shot glass full for your body, and a full teaspoon just on your face. Reapply every 1-2 hours that you are in the sun to ensure a summer full of safe sun fun.

Achieving that bronze-kissed look without ever stepping foot on the beach has never been easier.

Do you dream of a lovely summer tan that makes your skin glow with the air of health and beauty?
 
We have the perfect shade for you, Moroccan Mineral Dark Tan.  This is a great way to prep for a special event or night on the town.   It is dark, deep and undeniable realistic – and you don’t have to travel to Morocco to get this sexy chocolate tan. Easy-to-apply and quick-to-dry, this self-tanning lotion glides onto skin effortlessly, revealing an instant caramel-kissed glow. A rich, brown sunless tan develops in just 6 hours and lasts for days longer than the leading self-tanning lotions.

An Ultra-luxurious sunless tanning formula with Moroccan Argan Oil, Rooibos & Green Tea. Imparts a sunbathed, toasted almond tan with golden undertones. Elegant on all skin types. Paraben, Glycol and Phthalate FREE.

Bronzer/Color Guide: Golden Milk Chocolate

Fragrance/Odor Controller: Green Tea Essence

End Color: Creates the appearance of sun-bronzed skin with stunning golden highlights. Skin will radiate with a toasted almond glow that looks naturally sun bathed. Always brown, bronzed, believable and beautiful - even on the pastiest skin.

Darkness: Natural to Medium-Dark

Wait Time Before Showering: Must wait 4-6 hours before showering.

Application: 2-3 Fluid ounces total, 2 light coats over the entire body.

Drying Time: 5-7 minutes depending on climate

Longevity: Color lasts about 7-10 days when used correctly

Schmoove (Guang Hua)  herbal cream treats many types of skin conditions. Clinically it has been successful in treating many types of dermatitis which include acne, eczema, rosacea, sunburns, scrapes, bug bites, and more.

It was first formulated to treat burns for Radiation clients (Oncology) but over many years of usages its indications have been expanded. During the development stage of this product many clients commented on how smooth it made their skin feel.

Schmoove (Guang Hua) is an herbal cream that alleviates and eliminates all types of skin conditions. The proliferation of chemicals in all aspects of our lives introduces skin problems to more and more people every year. Dermatitis, eczema, burns, abrasions, insect bites, Uticaria, rashes, and psoriasis to name a few.

Schmoove works by promoting proper skin function and providing skin with the nutrition it needs. This quickly and effectively clears up skin problems and alleviates the burning or itching that goes along with these conditions regardless of the cause.

Clinically it has been successful in treating dermatitis, acne, eczema, athlete’s foot, rosacea, sunburns, scrapes, bug bites, and more. It was first formulated to treat burns for oncology patients who were undergoing radiation and chemotherapy but like many of our formulas, we found it to be useful many other ways.

Beyond correcting the aforementioned skin conditions, people starting noticing their skin feeling and looking better than before. In fact the name for this formula came from a patient’s description of the way it made their skin feel…Schmoove!

It’s sunscreen!    Sunscreen is your number one anti aging skin product you can use, you can be sure of that. Choose a sunscreen with an SPF rating of at least 15 (use a sunscreen with a higher rating if you plan to be in the sun for a longer period of time). Also, be sure that you use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects your skin from damage from UVA and UVB rays. Finally, be sure that your sunscreen is water resistant even if you are not planning on swimming –- your sweat alone undo the protection of non-water resistance sunscreens. All the ointments, moisturizers and creams in the world can’t compare to the anti aging effectiveness of ordinary sunscreen.

Beauty Gone Green Offers great sunscreens like SkinCeuticals Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50. Its great for everyday anti aging protection. A groundbreaking first-to-market mattifying fluid with transparent finish, this paraben-free, all-physical filter sunscreen provides increased protection in an ultra-sheer texture for all skin types, even very sensitive. Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50® offers the photoprotection of trusted broad-spectrum, physical filters, zinc oxide (Z-COTE®) and titanium dioxide, and is enhanced by artemia salina, a plankton extract, to increase the skin’s defenses and resistance to UV and heat stress.

The unique ‘shake then apply’ action assures even distribution of active ingredients in this silky sheer fluid that dries quickly and leaves no residue

Many times, when clients come in for a facial and we get to talking about some of their skin issues, the discussion turns to things like the dark circles under their eyes or trouble with blemishes. Some have issues with ruddy skin, and others are bothered by a sallow complexion. Often, these clients also have visibly dehydrated skin. So I ask them about their water intake and a typical response is, “Oh, I don’t like drinking water.” Or, “Yeah I’m bad about that.”

Despite the chilly temperature in Park City , Utah , this past week the stars all had a beautiful glow in the snow!   At this year’s Sundance Film Festival, Fake Bake, the international sunless tanning brand, was a featured product and the Hollywood Life House and was one of the favorite stop for celebrities.