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protection, spf, tips & tricks

supergoop! spf 30+ sunscreen swipes

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i have the kind of skin that requires spf on regular days. whereas some people can chill at a soccer game for an hour on a sunday and soak up some sun, my entire being turns crispy and it ain’t real pretty. unfortunately for my skin, i have a real love-hate relationship with sunscreen. it’s basically essential to my fairer than fair  existence, but there may be nothing that i despise more than applying it – especially when i need to be out and about in real clothes. for me, there is nothing worse than reapplying sunscreen, fully dressed (am i alone in this?).

these wipes make the art of sunscreen application a total breeze and i’m starting to wonder how i ever survived without them. with one swipe, your skin is armed against the sun without hassle and supergoop!’s formula means you’re getting paraben-free spf 30 protection. i find that i’m so much more prone to reapply when i have them with me and they have already prevented many a burn. they are beyond easy to use as well as lightweight and non-greasy. they are fragrance free and you can tote them around individually wrapped or in a pack. whatever strikes your summer fancy!

get ‘em here:

supergoop! spf 30+ sunscreen swipes 8 count, $10

supergoop! spf 30+ sunscreen swipes 40 count, $34

supergoop! spf 30+ sunscreen single swipe 7 count, $15

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short and sweet: new philosophy kiss of hope

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hi guys ‘n’ gals! it’s a crazy day in my world today so i will leave you with something (literally) short and sweet from philosophy:

better than a balm, kiss of hope is a true lip treatment with all of the goodness packed inside philosophy’s hope in a jar but specific for lips.

looks like a regular old balm you say? what’s so great about it?

well, for one, it’s creamy, meaning that it’s got more staying power than your typical sheer balm so you’re not constantly reapplying. it also has spf 15 making it perfect for tossing into this cute floral beach tote (or whatever strikes your fancy) for trips to the pool or sea. finally, along with leaving lips softer and smoother than ever, it leaves behind a yummy vanilla mint flavor that freshens breath.

sold? join me in this totally new and exciting lip salvation. you won’t be sorry.

philosophy kiss of hope is available online and at ulta for $16.

sunkissed skinny

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i adore the sun. but, let’s just say it doesn’t love me. i’ve long been looking for a great lotion that subtly self-tans without smelling like toxic waste and/or getting streaky. i’ve given up on the drugstore versions and took my search to the big leagues hoping to find the holy grail. well, god bless sephora and their never ending failure to solve my beauty dilemmas! philosophy has introduced the big skinny — a self-tanning cream that smells delightful and (wait for it) firms your flabby bits! it’s about time someone came up with this unstoppable combo.

first of all, it’s the very first formula i’ve found that gives natural, gradual color. add in those amazing smoothing and toning agents and i am two seconds from absolutely taking a bath in this stuff! it smells amazing, just like cocoa and makes you feel overall just delicious. i am literally floored by this product and can’t recommend it highly enough. it runs $28 for 4 oz but you can score 20% off all orders at philosophy today with the code happiness.

practical protection

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jouer, one of the most innovative brands on the market, proves their incredible genius once again with the creation of replenish & protect hydrating powder spf39. i mean, could you possibly pack any more benefits into one sleek compact? this tinted powder sunscreen has it all:

beach bag friendly? check!
hydrates? check!
easy to reapply? check!
sets your makeup and keeps you shine free? check and check!

to continue on with spf 39 powder’s fabulosity it’s lightweight and made from natural botanicals. it’s very easy to apply sans mirror and even lets you stick to what your mama told you to and reapply mid day without smearing your beach beauty. if you buy one beauty product this summer, let it be this one. now grab your gladiators, tunic, and oversized shades and be the beach bunny you were born to be!

even steven

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apparently, women with skin discolorations are perceived to be up to 10 years older than they really are.* we all know that avoiding the sun is the best way to prevent those little love bites known as hyper pigmentation but it’s not always an option (and it’s certainly not always fun!). next best thing? use a skin brightener plus spf to even out tone and fade those discolorations while preventing new damage. brilliant!

bobbi brown has created a total wonder product with brightening spot treatment corrector spf 25. it covers and discolors while providing protection against new imperfection. (say that ten times fast?) i am seriously so excited about this tiny tube! it’s $35 and just what the dermatologist ordered.

*self magazine

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hey dude skincare

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what is it with men and their skin? they rarely wash it, never protect it, and they’re already behind the 8-ball due to the necessary evil of daily shaving. i don’t expect them to be interested in it but it’s about time someone simplified a line for our menfolk.

enter, hey dude (no, not the beloved nickelodeon tv show. lord, did i have a soft spot for ted!), a creative collection of quality products to keep things easy on the skincare uneducated. i am in love with the tough guy packaging and clever names like “young dude 4ever” wrinkle reducing moisturizer, “pale face” sunblock, and “clean skin” cleansing gel. brilliant! the website itself is also geared towards taking the fear factor out of shopping for skincare. it offers tips to decipher your skin type and then a list of suggested products keeping it fool-proof.

i’m positive it’ll have your (cow)boy singing yippie ki yi yay.

game. set. perfect match!

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Pomegranate Balmer

did you watch the amazing tennis this weekend? i was on the edge of my seat during the gents’ final but it’s the ladies of the court who never cease to amaze me. is there nothing those williams sisters can’t do? serena williams has recently announced her own active beauty line to be sold on qvc. serena worked with the dermalogical wizards at mission skincare to create a full range of products from body butter to scrub, facial cleanser to lip smacking spf 15 balmers in flavors like pink lemonade and pomegranate (above). each product is loaded with tons of vitamin-y goodness for all to enjoy, even if our overhand serve leaves much to be desired. keep an eye out for serena’s product launch on july 23rd & 24th and, as always, be sure to let us know if you score any of her new stuff!

rose-colored glosses

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petal soft

petal soft

there’s a certain something about a rosy lip tint that flatters all skintones. this one from fresh is an upgrade on the original, smooth and hydrating, with a hint of soft sheer color. it’s got spf15 to boot plus the most travel-friendly lip product packaging i’ve found (metal case and handy screw top = no chance of an in-purse disaster!). i love the idea of layering this under your favorite gloss for extra moisture, shine, punch of color & sun protection! if you’re a budget beauty who can’t stomach the $22.50, let me also recommend a holy grail-like drugstore version.

coola suncare

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coola

play it coola

organic moisturizing skincare? sounds almost too good to be true! well believe it, baby. this truly is prestige suncare with advanced sun protection at the right price. created by a sibling pair on a mission to bring luxe sun safety to eco-conscious consumers, coola is designed to care for and protect those of us who want to keep our skin healthy without the need to apply harmful ingredients. while i’m not always impressed with the strength of certified organic products, coola has proven its weight in gold! this complete line includes products for lips, face, body, and even an ultra sweat-resistant sport version that’s endorsed by the american lifeguard association. coola products come in yummy scents like mango, plumeria, cucumber, and peppermint-vanilla. (each product also comes in an unscented formula perfect for manfriends.) i’m loving the liplux and total body spf 30. so come on, all the coola kids are doin’ it!

bliss best of skintentions daily moisturizer spf 15

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orange you smart?

orange you smart?

bliss’ latest moisture creation boasts SPF 15 sun protection for all skin types, though i would recommend it most for those who need an oil-free lotion (due to sunscreen’s natural mattifying effects). perfect for everyday, best of skintentions goes on cushiony soft and smells delightful! it’s lightweight, absorbs quickly and the scent of mandarin oranges wakes me up each morning.  while $30 may be a bit more than some would like to pay for a daily moisturizer, a little goes alow way, leaving your face blissfully protected, especially from future lines and wrinkles.

tell us! how do you invest in your complexion?