The 10 Commandments of Summer Skin Care

We know that  summer, with its soaring temps, high humidity, and damaging UV rays, can be the most difficult time of the year for your skin. But it doesn't have to be.

Our 10 Commandments of Summer Skin Care will help you maneuver your way through the scorching months to come. Abide by the following decrees, and thou shall be able to manage thy oily skin, damaged hair, and melting makeup without too much distress.

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I

Thou shall wear sunscreen daily, and apply extra sunscreen throughout the day, when at the beach or exposed to the sun for a long period of time.

II

Thou shall use a daily moisturizer with an SPF of 15 or higher.

III

Thou shall also protect thine hair from the sun, with a protectant spray, sun hat, or both.

IV

If thou hast oily skin, thou shall wash daily with an oil-free cleanser and use an oil-free moisturizer.

V

Oily skin sufferers shall forgo using a dewy-skin-inducing illuminator and opt instead for a mattifying primer to put on pre-makeup.

VI

Thou shall try to wear as little makeup as possible, and use an ultra-lightweight foundation, BB cream, or tinted moisturizer. Thou shall also use a waterproof under eye concealer and mascara.

VII

Thou shall always carry blotting papers in their pocket or purse.

VIII

Thou shall replace their heavy, matte lipstick with a moisturizing, tinted balm.

IX

Thou shall use a moisturizing facemask once a week (if thou hast oily skin, use a clay-based mask that absorbs oil and helps shrink pores) to keep skin balanced and fresh. For fun, thou can keep said mask in the fridge for a wonderfully cooling facial.

X

Thou shalt exfoliate thy body regularly, to keep it smooth, free of dead skin cells, and to prevent unsightly ingrown hairs, especially in thy bikini area.