My 2023 Summer Essentials | Beauty Favorites
/How is it Summer already? It feels like we were just enjoying Spring Break, but I love the warm weather and being able to enjoy wearing a little less. This year, I decided to share my summer essentials with you all because I have been reaching for these goodies for a few weeks, and I can’t keep them to myself.
Bodycare
Saltair Body Wash and Serum Deodorant
I’m new to the Saltair hype, but the body wash and deodorant have proven to be amazing! I have the Pink Beach and Santal Bloom scents. Pink Beach reminds of a semi-coconut vanilla fragrance with hints of almond, while Santal Bloom is more of a creamy sandalwood amber. The body wash has a nice lather and doesn’t strip the skin.
While the serum deodorant is currently out of stock (6/26/23) I’m hopeful you’ll be able to get your hands on it soon. Look out for restocks. I have to be extremely careful with what I use under my arms due to a medical condition, and my skin wasn’t irritated.
I have never used a product like this and now I don’t think I’ll be able to live without it! Think serum for your body. After a good dry brushing session or exfoliation then hydrating your with this balm, your skin will feel pampered!
Ouai St. Barts Collection
The Ouai St. Barts Collection has recently become a fave/summer essential for me. The body butter has a fantastic scent that makes your skin feel velvety and smooth. Using it alone is good, but with the body wash and scrub, it’s even better with a longer-lasting smell. The body wash is very hydrating and doesn’t leave a residue, and the scrub is unlike any other I've used. It’s very nourishing and makes my skin feel softer than ever.
Makeup
Ami Cole Lip Oil
The Ami Cole Lip Oils have to be the best lip oils I’ve tried, and the colors “Bliss” and “Excellence” are perfect for the summer. These lip oils are nourishing and not overly sticky, with a beautiful tint. Bliss is more of a nude pink brown, while Excellence is a buttery coco brown. Definitely a must-have!
Skincare
D-Bronzi™ Anti-Pollution Bronzing Drops with Peptides
I have seen all the hype on social media, but I wasn’t sure I’d like them. I didn’t know if it would work for my skin tone, but they are great for a beautiful glowy look. An added bonus, it evens out my skin without being too dark or light! It adds the right amount of shimmer without making me look like a glitter ball or greasy, which is great for my combination skin.
Supergoop GlowScreen or Unseen Sunscreen
The Supergoop Glowscreen and Unseen Sunscreen are great for the summer because they don’t leave a white cast. Glowscreen gives you a nice shimmering glow, and Unseen Sunscreen gives you a great natural finish that works wonderfully under makeup.
Tower 28 S.O.S Daily Rescue Spray
The SOS Daily Rescue Spray can be used in two ways, as a toner or rescue spray when you need it. I wish I had this when I found my skin irritated a few months ago.
This spray makes my skin feel super refreshed and has worked wonders for me when my skin has been burning and peeling from the heat. It doesn't have a scent that is great for anyone sensitive to smell, and it doesn’t dry out my skin.
I’m a press-on nail girl, it’s been years since I’ve been to the nail salon, and I’ve learned how to master making my nails last. Kiss and Salon Perfect have some of the best press on nails! They are firm; with the right glue and prep, you can have a full set for under $20.
Smelling good is a must, but I also must be aware of wearing overpowering scents when I go to work to avoid triggering others’ allergies. This fragrance is a crowd-pleaser and smells like summer!
Check out my summer fragrance lineup here if you’re looking for more suggestions!
Wellness
As a person that doesn’t enjoy taking her meds, I have to keep something to keep me accountable. I fill my organizer every 2 weeks and keep it in my purse. It’s proven helpful because when I need it, it’s there.
I deal with a lot of bloating and found that adding a probiotic could be helpful. Since I don’t particularly appreciate taking pills, a gummy seemed to be a great alternative. I’ve been taking these for about 3 months and can tell the difference!
I’ve had plenty of cups, tumblers, and water bottles to keep your water cold, but nothing works like the Stanley cups. Even after a day, my ice remains, and my drinks are still cold. There’s a variety of colors to choose from, along with sizes. This cup motivates me to drink more water, which is important in this summer heat. The 40oz is the perfect fit for me. I have a 30 oz too, but I feel I’m refilling it too often.
Tote Bags
Right now, I’m using my Marc Jacobs Tote in Leather, but I’m considering grabbing the cloth one. I enjoy carrying my iPad, phone, journal, makeup bag, and book.
You can find tote bags anywhere and in all different forms. They fit everything you need for a beach day, and they’re the perfect type of bag to store all of these summer essentials.
What are your must-haves for summer?