6 Summer Beauty Hacks For Black Girls
Summer Beauty Unlocked: 6 Hacks Every Black Girl Needs In Her Arsenal
Summer is truly a magical season where the world and the people around you just seem more beautiful. Summer is also the season to show up and show out and push your cuteness to its ultimate potential. To help you slay and look your finest, add these six summer beauty hacks to your beauty routine.
Not only will these add a little oomph to your already incredible beauty, but they could also save you some coins. So whether your goal is to have a hot girl summer or a healing hottie moment, we have just the tools to help you bring the heat.
1. Invest In Sweat-Proof Makeup
Summer means sun dresses, but it also means sweating. But have no fear; your beat can survive the summer heat with the proper tools. Avoid your face melting by ensuring you have a good primer and fixing spray. This duo will keep your makeup from slipping and sliding under the sun and make you feel more confident in your look.
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2. Get A Good Exfoliating Scrub
Again, summer means sweating, making it easier for your body to collect dead and dirty skin. Avoid that and ingrown hairs after a shave by using a good exfoliating scrub that will leave your skin smooth, clean, and fresh. It really helps you get to the nitty-gritty when it comes to your skincare, and your pores will thank you.
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3. Put SPF On Your Lips
Just in case it needs to be said, Black people need to wear sunscreen, too, but take it a step further and ensure you’re also putting sunscreen on your lips. Whether slathering some lotion on them or using a lip balm with some SPF, it’s important to protect your lips just as much as the rest of your body, as it helps prevent dryness and burns.
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4. Use A Skin Tint Instead Of Foundation
Who among us does not love a full beat? But sometimes layering even a light one can feel heavy at the peak of summer. So, use a skin tint if you’re looking for something a little less heavy that still gives you a clean look. The key is finding one that is very close to your skin tone so it goes on like skin. It basically feels like a lotion and helps you save on foundation.
5. Drink Water
This might sound like a “duh” tip, but it’s also a very overlooked one. However, you should be getting your 11.5 cups in a day year-round; during the summer, you lose more water. But staying hydrated doesn’t just keep you from passing out. It also helps reduce puffiness and acne in your skin. If you’re a lemon drop girly, help minimize the dehydrating impact of alcohol by staying hydrated. This also helps to improve elasticity and complexion and flushes out toxins. So, the next time you’re packing your purse, make sure to slide in a bottle of water.
