5 Skin Beauty Blends: How to Get that Sun-Kissed Look Without the Rays

Whether summer or winter, a beautifully bronzed competition is always in style. Before slathering on the tanning oil and hitting the beach though, it is important to remember some ways to keep that skin safe. Here are a few tips that will ensure a sexy summer glow all year round without those harmful rays.

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Buff Your Body
Exfoliating from head to toe is a great way to remove that dull skin and get glowing. Not only will this step even out your skin tone, it will allow a more dewy finish to shine through. You can purchase an exfoliating scrub, or even create your own with sugar, a lemon, and some coconut oil. Just rub it on in the shower to slay those rough patches, paying close attention to your elbows and knees. Bonus points for smelling absolutely amazing!

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Hydrate That Parched Skin
Moisturizing is an important step to any skin care regimen, and ensures the best possible base for any other products you may use. Choosing one with an SPF will protect you against sun damage and wrinkles, so go ahead and lather it on! Don’t forget to down those eight glasses of water a day, hydrating from the inside out is also essential for detoxification. Adding a bit of lime or lemon will add a refreshing taste, as well as giving you a boost of vitamin C!

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Fake (Tan) It ’til You Make It
Now that your skin is nicely buffed and hydrated, it is time to bronze that bod! For this, you will need to grab a bottle of self-tanner and perhaps another set of hands to reach your back. There are many choices when it comes to fake tanning products, such as sprays, lotions, and gradual tanners. Sprays are great for getting the product all over, but can become a bit streaky. Some lotions come with guide colors to show you where the tanner is going while applying, which is great for beginners. But, if you have the time, gradual tanners are the perfect place to start. They take a week or two to develop, but you apply them just like a lotion, which makes them super easy to control. This method will produce the most even results, which is great for faking it!

Bronzed Beauty
Adding a bit of bronzer to your makeup routine can really amp up your glow. Simply take your makeup brush, pick up a small amount of product, and apply where the sun would naturally hit your face. Finishing off with a highlighter on the tops of your cheeks and bridge of your nose will really make that bronzer pop as well. You can also try out a tinted moisturizer instead of foundation to create a lighter, more natural summer look. Here is a helpful tip to consider when shopping around for summer makeup essentials: nothing with glitter. This will have you looking more disco queen than sun-kissed queen.

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Snack On!
What you put into your body can have just as much of an effect on it as what you put on it. If your diet is high in processed foods, your skin could be suffering. Eating an array of fruits and veggies will work wonders on a dull complexion, as well will sweating all of those toxins out with a good run a few times per week. Ditch the diet that is making you dull and get snacking on these healthy alternatives. Think about adding a supplement as well. Products like ASEA Redox Science actually help cells on a molecular level to rejuvenate skin and make you feel healthier.

Following these tips and tricks will have you rocking that gorgeous summer glow all year round. Grab that beach bag, your best bikini, and show that sun-kissed skin off. Don’t forget the sunblock!