The warmest months are just around the corner (fingers crossed), and so it’s time to think about your summer beauty kit. Whether you are staying at home or going on a beachside vacay, here are 8 items for your summer beauty kit that you should start stocking up on for a stunning summer.

1. Sun tan lotion

Everyone loves getting a golden tinge in summer. But risking skin damage and signs of premature aging by doing so, is not cool. Choose a product with a suitable SPF. If you have naturally fair skin, you’ll need an SPF at the higher end of the scale. Generally speaking, SPF 30 and above is the safest level for most skin types. Look for lotions that have a shimmering quality as these will give you a beautiful glow.

2. Self-tan

It’s fair to say that some may feel a little pasty post-winter. Applying self-tan from head to toe will give you a healthy and beautiful sun-kissed look. We’ve all experienced fake tan disasters at one time or another. If you want your bronze to look as natural as possible, choose a high-quality product and apply in accordance with the instructions. It might be worth investing in a self-tan kit (which will include a mit, tanning lotion and exfoliating product) for the perfect summer body.

3. Straightening irons

To create a variety of stunning summer hairstyles, a flat iron will certainly come in handy, and the tool we personally love to use. This beauty tool does much more than straightening your locks. It can also be used to create a beach-ready tousled look, a fun crimped effect, and a laid-back bed head style. Don’t forget to use a protective spray during the warmer months to protect our hair from the heat while using hot hair tools.

4. Summer shampoo and conditioner

In the summer, our hair needs special products in order to protect it from damage caused by UV rays and chlorine. Look online or in your favorite beauty store for shampoo and conditioning products that care for your hair during the hottest months.We are currently loving Kerastase Canada products and Wella products to give our locks some much needed TLC.

5. A daily face moisturizer

Your winter moisturizer is probably heavy and thick. It’s time to swap it for something lighter and that contains a higher SPF. You may also wish to search for products that are tinted to give you a healthy summer glow.

6. A waterproof mascara

Sunscreen, sweating, and swimming can all leave us with unsightly panda eyes. Pick yourself up a good quality waterproof mascara that will keep you looking your best no matter what you get up to in the sunshine.

7. Natural makeup

As for the rest of your makeup kit, try to stick to natural colors that blend nicely with your complexion. In summer, it’s all about the barely there look so choose clear or delicately tinted lip gloss and light, shimmering eye shadow.

8. Aftersun

If you are out in the sun for any length of time, its always a good idea to rehydrate and cool down your skin with some soothing aftersun lotion. Aloe vera products are particularly calming and if it’s very hot outside, pop the bottle in the refrigerator for an hour or so for a very refreshing sensation.

Pack these items in your beauty kit, and you can be sure you will look and feel stunning throughout the summer. Thanks for reading!

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