The scorching summer weather is difficult to bear, and even embracing nature and breathing fresh air seems like a torture. But that's not all, even light makeup can smudge and thin white shirts cannot escape the embarrassment of sweat stains. Suddenly, it becomes clear that cooling down is the top priority. So how can we achieve that? Let me give you some tips...
Ensure Sufficient Moisture
I believe many girls make the mistake of confusing oil control with hydration during the summer. In hot weather, the skin produces excessive oil, leading to a greasy feeling. At this time, we can choose a relatively refreshing and cleansing facial cleanser, but we still need to continue deep hydration. Ignoring hydration will result in an imbalance of water and oil, causing the skin to produce even more oil to restore the balance, making the greasy feeling worse.
Recommended Hydration Product: CAUDALIE Queen's Water
Reason for recommendation: CAUDALIE's very popular star product, Queen's Water, is said to be the secret of the Hungarian queen's youthful appearance. I personally endorse its hydrating and refreshing effects. First of all, it is extracted from grapes, which have multiple skin benefits. Even after processing, its natural ingredients still account for 99%. It has the functions of hydrating, tightening pores, and controlling oil and setting makeup. When sprayed, the mist is fine and soft, almost imperceptible on the skin, but it gives a cool and refreshing feeling. When you use it again, you will notice a yellow substance floating around the nozzle. This is due to the high concentration of natural ingredients, which undergoes oxidation over time. Therefore, it is recommended to finish using it as soon as possible after opening.
TIPS: Skincare products containing aloe vera, chamomile, licorice, peppermint, and other ingredients have a cooling effect and can bring a bit of coolness in the hot summer.
A Wave of Sprays
Every summer, there are always some people who have learned the importance of sunscreen the hard way. So out of the love for beauty, everyone starts to insist on using sunscreen every day. However, many people complain that sunscreen feels sticky and uncomfortable after application. Is it not refreshing enough? Maybe the problem lies in your sunscreen! The emergence of sunscreen sprays is not only for the convenience of reapplication outdoors, but also for the effect of forming a protective film on the skin surface with the polyester compounds it contains, isolating heat and providing a cooling effect. Before using, you can put it in the refrigerator for an even better cooling effect.
In addition to sunscreen, we usually carry a bottle of moisturizing mist when we go out. On one hand, it can soothe and calm the skin that has been exposed to high temperatures for a long time, and on the other hand, it can make the makeup more adherent when used before touch-up. Here, I'll share a tip for using a moisturizing mist to cool down the body (note: scented antiperspirant sprays also have a certain effect). Just like spraying perfume, spray the mist on the visible blood vessels on the skin, such as the neck, wrists, armpits, and thighs, for a significant cooling effect that can prolong the sensation of coolness.
Escaping Heavy Makeup
Getting a beautiful makeup look in the summer is quite a challenge. Before reaching an air-conditioned room, your face may already be a mess. This is a common problem. So, first of all, heavy foundation is more prone to smudging. Secondly, after touch-up, the makeup can continue to look perfect for the day.
Steps for Light Makeup:
1. Use moisturizing products to provide sufficient hydration to the skin and maintain a balance between water and oil.
2. Choose a primer with oil control effects to isolate makeup dust and make the subsequent foundation more adherent.
3. Apply a breathable BB cream with a tinted effect evenly as a base.
4. Use a setting powder containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which is a natural physical sunscreen that can also absorb oil, making the makeup last longer. At the same time, you will feel a burden-free and refreshing foundation.
Coolness Depends on Clothing Color
It is common knowledge that black and other dark-colored clothing absorb heat, so as soon as summer arrives, everyone starts to switch to cool white or light-colored clothing. But which color is the most comfortable and cool to wear in the summer? A radiation research institution in the UK revealed that red is actually the color that makes people feel the coolest.
