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Summer Skin By Erin Cornell
While we love summer, sun and humidity also leaves us with oily complexions, enlarged pores and sunburns. But don’t get discouraged. We’ve put together a list of affordable beauty products that can help you keep problems at bay while you’re enjoying the great outdoors! Wash up
Showering more often during the summer can strip your skin of its natural oils. If you’re suffering from dry skin, try Korres Natural Products shower gels, designed to cleanse the body of summer sweat while offering plenty of hydration. The emollients and humectants maintain the natural moisture level of the skin, while the sweet Grecian aromas stimulate the senses. Available in Basil Lemon, Guava, Fig, Jasmine, Japanese Rose and Vanilla Guava. $19.50; sephora.com.
Set the tone
Before applying your moisturizer, the use of a toner is essential for proper cleansing of your skin during the summer months. Facial Toner from Dr. Hauschka Skin Care contains an herbal blend of anthyllis and witch hazel extracts, proven to reduce the appearance of pores and improve firmness and elasticity. It can be used on normal, dry or sensitive skin, and the fine mist can be applied throughout the day to keep you refreshed and awake. $34.95; drhauschka.com.
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Hydration station
Planning a summer vacay this year? Sun, sand and seawater can all take their toll, but Earth Therapeutics Body Butter Triple Treat offers a great travel set to help replenish moisture for overworked summer skin. Three natural plant butters ~ cocoa, mango and shea ~ heal and soften skin without being greasy. Even better, the blend of certified organic botanical extracts leaves behind the fresh scents of orange, lemon and mango. $9.99; earththerapeutics.com.
Come clean
If you thought washing your face every night was important, it’s even more important during the summer, when sweat, sunscreen and salt can all build up to create pore-clogging residue. The French Clay Cleanser with DMAE from Clairvoyant Beauty purifies and deeply cleanses pores, eliminating excess oil with highly concentrated French Pink and Green clays. Anti-aging nutrient DMAE protects against a breakdown in collagen to create an even and firm complexion, while the calming and fresh scent of pink grapefruit essential oil makes for an overall great product. $32; clairvoyantbeauty.com.