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MARCH / APRIL 2014
JULY/ AUG 2014

Skinsational Summer
UK Super Model Amy Levick | Photography by Hayley Clements | Hair and Makeup provided by Jodie Daly of Company and Stylist

Hot summer nights, convertible tops down, beach volleyball, drinks with friends and steamy strolls on the beach with your
man or women. Some of the many Summer activities we love.
But skin can suffer when you’re exposed to sun, a little too much alcohol and skin drying sand, we start to look like a walking
starfish. Dry, dehydrated and rough. Realistically speaking of course. (giggles)
I want to give you a little snapshot of my summer must haves, and beauty tips to think about. These products and tips will prep
you to be that bodacious babe you already are, and summer perfect, even when you sweat.
Not so fast, we cannot move onto makeup without discussing the importance of the hydrating effects of water. Drink as much
as you can, to give your skin visible plumpness (like Collagen). You’ll find more radiance and less dehydration lines and
makeup goes on wonderfully. When your skin looks at it’s best, you feel a sense of youthfulness and freshness, in texture and
in evenness. So this leads to you not having to wear much for makeup, but instead focusing on flawless application. No pressure.
Minimal makeup enhances the fact that you can be active in humid and/or hot weather. That being said, wearing makeup during activity and sports can clog pores. So if you must wear something, wear a tinted moisturizer with SPF and gloss on the
lips. Laura Mercier makes some incredible variations, for any age or skin-tone. NARS has one type of tinted moisturizer, and
is sheeny in appearance, but great for mature or dry skin types.
Sun protection like Neutrogena or Biotherm both are gentle. You may want to comparison shop to see what Sephora has for
options. Sephora seems to have a wide selection, and department stores are good too. Taking care of your skin is reflected in
your future skin.
Prep skin first with a serum before any moisturizer, serums provide extra vitamins to skin, anti-age benefits, also giving skin
tone and texture correction. Using a moisturizing lotion or gel that is oil free for oily/combination/normal skin, and oil free
cream for dry skin. Estee Lauder Idealist serum collection is very effective.
For body Biotherm Sensitive Skin Sun Milk SPF and Kiehls SunProtector Lotion spray, which happens to be unisex too.
For extra sexy skin after a nice cool shower, try Biotherm After Sun Oligo Thermal Milk for Face and Body. Always moisturize a tan to prevent peeling. If you use body oils wait an hour before your beauty rest, lets not ruin your bedsheets now.
Foundations like Estee Lauder Double Wear Light provides 15 hour wear, and stands the test of time in sweltering heat. For
more longevity in your look, try a Primer, like NARS Oil Free Pore Refining. Primers primarily prevent oxidization of your
foundation. Top it off with a touch of translucent powder for a non caky effect.
Cheeks should look freshly adorned with a natural radiant flush. Orgasm Blush by NARS is amazing on all skin tones. Yes,
even the dark beauties look amazing in this incredible universal color. Bronzer is another staple and looks great alone or with
blush to contour and warm up the complexion. Blush this summer season is Nectarine and Peach. These tones also warms up
the skin, and looks great on any skin tone as well.
Bedazzle your eyes with soft taupes, smoky plums, and nudes this summer. Evening looks we are seeing soft and sexy smoky
eyes. Skip powdered shadow, use your finger to apply with a long lasting gel, like MAC Cosmetics Blacktrack Fluidline. A
tried and true mascara recommendation would be Too Faced, ‘Better Than False Lashes - Nylon Extension System. This mascara does not bleed at all, and it gives you really long and full lashes.
Lips Look perfect in stains for the day, like Benefit Cosmetics Benetint products. Stains don’t bleed, and require little to no reapplication. For a nice evening out, try a bright bold lip that is matte (orange is big this summer) with smoky eyes. Or a dark
lip with nude eyes and bronzer. Hmmm do you think this could continue on for Fall 2014? Not sure if we want to think that far
in advance.
For the perfect mani and pedi, Sally Hansen Triple Nail Color lasts really well in sea water and sand.
Where there is a beginning there is an end. Allow skin to repair it’s self at night by using a cleansing regime. Washing your
face morning and night is not only essential but dependent on the future of your skin. So why not treat yourself to a mask 1-2
times a week to combat oil and breakouts. Origins ‘Out of Trouble’ 10 minute mask has salicylic acid to fight breakouts and
camphor to calm redness and soothe.
Be Summer Ready - Good skin starts with you!

Written By: Louise Croce @Around the World Beauty Tips - Facebook