beat the heat - skincare edition

Here in WA we are experiencing our first heat wave of the year… 90 degrees two days in a row kind of heat, yikes! Whether you’re a fan of Mr. sun or not there are some things you can do to keep your skin cool and protected.

SPF — it’s no surprise that sun protection would be at the top of the list, but keep reading! We have a few formulas that are especially useful during these hotter days. The matte spf 30 from image keeps your skin oil free. Sweating is inevitable though which means you might want to add in our PerfecTINT SPF powder from iS clinical! This is a great way to reapply and also keep your skin from getting too dewy in the heat.

EXTRA TIP: for my everyday makeup wearers — our SPF 50 and SPF 40 from iS clinical comes in tinted versions, pair that with the tinted powder and you’ve got yourself some coverage + sun protection all in one!

ICE GLOBES — this ones simple, hot day + ice globes = what you need in your life! Keep these bad boys in your freezer at all times for emergencies like this. Need to use them ASAP but didn’t have them in the fridge / freezer? Run them under some cold water or set them in a bowl full of ice water for 2 minutes and you’re golden! This is going to cool you down while reducing redness & inflammation.

REFRIGERATE YOUR SKINCARE — some of your products not only keep longer when stored in the fridge but they also feel 10x better while applying! You can keep your serums, eye creams, gel based products, face masks and more in the fridge for an extra cooling effecting. Now I keep a ton of products in my little skincare fridge at home and at refresh, but for the sake of time I will just name a few:

Totaloe calming and hydrating gel (vivant)

Copper firming mist (iS clinical)

Vital c Hydrating water burst (image)

Hydra intensive cooling mask (iS clinical)

Vital C hydrating eye gel (image)

FACIAL MISTS — a quick mist to cool you down and restore moisture in the skin when the sun is dehydrating your body is one of my faves. Although this wont work for those of you who are trying to stay matte.. my gals and guys who prefer the DEW, grab the copper firming mist or any facial mist for that matter and keep it nearby! My fave is the copper firming mist from iS clinical (mentioned above) this one has antioxidants so you’re protecting your skin while cooling down!

COOLING MASK — a quick face mask can reduce the surface temperature of the skin while providing other benefits like hydration and anti-inflammation. Who doesn’t want a little extra self care especially while were melting during this heat wave. A few of my favorites to cool down and (you guessed it!) keep in the fridge:

Hydrojelly mask (esthemax)

Algae soft mask (vivant)

Hydrating sheet mask (image)

Ormedic balancing gel mask (image)

Hydra intensive cooling mask (iS clinical)

You can find all of the products mentioned in my SHOP, we have now categorized everything so you can find what you’re looking for easier. Use the drop down “category” button to find SPF, MASKS, and more.

Don’t for get to reapply SPF & drink lots of water — Stay cool everyone!

xx holly