Sure we are still in the early to mid days of spring, however warmer days are on the horizon! In fact, it is 80 degrees here today in California. I love it!
So yes, It’s almost summertime and you know what that means – beach days, mini vacations, and spending time outdoors! But after the long and cold winter months, your skin may not be ready for the summer sun. To help cleanse and hydrate your skin, try these simple techniques to get glowing and revitalized for the summer season. Revitalize Your Skin This Summer with These Simple Techniques for a Glowing Complexion!
Tip Number One: Exfoliate
It’s essential to keep your skin looking its best during the summer months. I highly recommend beginning the season with a chemical exfoliation to get rid of dull winter skin and help your skin adjust to the warmer, more humid weather. Once you’ve done this, you should continue an exfoliating regimen at home. By utilizing a gentle scrub at least once a week, you can remove dead, flaky skin from both your face and body, preventing blemishes as well as a dull appearance. Exfoliating weekly (not daily) can be extremely beneficial for the appearance and texture of the skin, especially to help with cell turnover and remove dirt and oils left on the skin’s surface. Here are a few face and body exfoliators that are gentle and effective. The key factor here is to help shed off that dead skin and keep those pores clean. Most of these are for normal to sensitive skin, while also getting the job done.
ELEMIS Peptide4 Thousand Flower Treatment. Unearth your most radiant skin ever with this mineral-rich facial mask, formulated with skin-synchronizing Peptide⁴ and powered by thousands of fallen flowers.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser – Salicylic Acid Face Wash Targets Clogged Pores, Excess Oil & Breakouts – Gently Exfoliates and Minimizes the Appearance of Fine Lines.
ELEMIS Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads | Gentle Dual-Action Textured Treatment Pads Conveniently Smooth, Resurface, and Exfoliate Skin.
BODY EXFOLIATORS
Peach & Lily Microderm Body Scrub | 10% AHA 7% Glycolic Acid + 3% Lactic Acid | Smooth, Silky-Soft And Radiant Skin | Clean, Non-Toxic, Cruelty-Free
Paula’s Choice Weightless Body Treatment 2% BHA, Salicylic Acid Exfoliant, KP Prone Skin And Clogged Pores, Fragrance-Free & Paraben-Free
TATCHA The Rice Wash | Soft Cream Cleanser Washes Away Buildup Without Stripping Skin For A Soft, Luminous Complexion
TIP TWO Hydrate Your Skin Regularly
It’s essential to keep your skin hydrated year-round. To prevent dryness and breakouts, switch to lighter moisturizers during the summer months. A light cream, lotion, or serum can help keep your skin hydrated and healthy. Don’t forget to regularly hydrate your skin for optimal health. If you don’t take the necessary steps to care for your dry skin, your oil glands may produce too much oil, leading to breakouts. Neglecting to address dryness can have serious consequences for your skin. Here are a variety of light moisturizers. I also included two face veils of mist that you can throw in a beach bag.
Eau Thermale Avene Hydrance LIGHT Hydrating Emulsion, Daily Face Moisturizer Cream, Non-Comedogenic.
e.l.f. Holy Hydration! Hydro-Gel Moisturizer, Hydrates & Moisturizes Skin for a Plumped Up Complexion, Lightweight & Quick-Absorbing.
Sand & Sky Tasmanian Spring Water Hydration Boost Cream. Water-based Hydrating Cream with Hyaluronic Acid. Lightweight Moisturizer. DRENCH AND QUENCH – Get an instant burst of hydration.
FACE MISTS
Eau Thermale Avene Thermal Spring Water, Soothing Calming Facial Mist Spray for all types and Sensitive Skin.
innisfree Cherry Blossom Dewy Glow Mist Hydrating Face Spray. Fine mist infused with a blend of cherry blossom leaf extract, niacinamide & betaine to help visibly brighten, hydrate & refresh skin.
TIP THREE SUNSCREEN!!
Women and Men who have a regular skincare routine should be aware that applying sufficient amounts of SPF each day is essential for protecting their skin from the sun’s harmful rays and keeping it invigorated and glowing. According to experts, mineral-based SPF with Zinc or Titanium is the most effective in blocking UV A rays. When choosing an SPF, always check the labels for Zinc or Titanium as one of the active ingredients. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen to your scalp and the tops of your feet, two areas that are often neglected. ELTA MD UV Spray is a great option for easy application on these areas or Supergoop! PLAY SPF 30 Antioxidant Body Mist & Copper Tone Spray, especially the near the ears and scalp. Remember to reapply your SPF every two hours when exposed to natural sunlight. I have a whole in-depth blog post and video on sunscreens I will link below.
BEST SUNSCREENS
TIP FOUR , Stay Hydrated, DRINK UP H20!
If you’re exposed to UV rays daily, you may find yourself sweating to keep your body cool. To counteract the loss of bodily fluids, it’s important to drink plenty of water. Not only does water improve the elasticity of your skin, but it also gives it a hydrated, healthy look. Consuming several glasses of water a day can make a big difference in the quality of your skin. Make it a priority to drink water every hour, and always carry a bottle with you. Hydrating the skin by drinking water is important because it helps to keep the skin cells plump and hydrated, which can help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It can also help to improve skin tone and texture, as well as reduce inflammation. Drinking water can also help to flush out toxins from the body, which can help to improve overall skin health.
TIP NUMBER FIVE Have your Accessories Handy!
Preparing for the summer season ahead of time is a wise decision, as it allows you to take the time to find the perfect items that suit your style and needs. This way, you can avoid the last-minute rush and ensure that you have everything you need for the summer season. If you’re going to be in the sun, make sure to plan your outfit accordingly. Look for quality sun-blocking sunglasses, lightweight cover-ups, and wide-brimmed hats to protect your skin from the sun’s rays. Protection from the sun keeps our skin from aging faster and staves away any type of skin issues in the future. Get your skin moles checked if you suspect anything. Sure I love a bit of flair when it comes to sunglasses and hats, but if I am honest I really do use them to protect my skin. I didn’t take care of my skin in college and now I regularly get my skin checked.
Extra Tip: If you do get a sunburn, natural aloe vera is a great remedy. It’s easy to take care of and you can get a plant for easy access to burn relief without any chemicals. Eating healthy is also a great way to take care
Lastly, Summer is the most enjoyable time of the year but it is crucial to prepare and take care of your skin with the changing season. Make the time to adequately hydrate and moisturize your skin before enjoying the warm temperatures. Cleanse your skin regularly and don’t let your busy schedule throw off your daily skin routine. Always remove your makeup before bed and remember to exfoliate to keep your skin glowing. Make the best of your summer by invigorating your body and rejuvenating your skin’s appearance. xo -Kim
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SWIMSUIT TRY ON SPRING 2023
Comment “MASSAGE” for this YouTube video link.
🎥Can Lymphatic Drainage Massage Tone Your Abs And Decrease Inflammation?
Premiers tonight 4/18/24 at 5:15pm PST (8:15pm EST)
Those on FACEBOOK
https://urlgeni.us/youtube/LymphaticDrainageMassage
✅What are the benefits of Lymphatic Massage?
Our lymphatic system is key to our body’s immune defenses.
Lymphatic fluid flows through lymph vessels, which connect lymph nodes. White blood cells trap and destroy harmful particles, such as bacteria, as lymph fluid passes through lymph nodes.
Similar to blood in the circulatory system, lymphatic fluid is always moving. If it stops, fluid build-up can cause swelling, often in the arms or legs.
Exercise is crucial to avoid lymph fluid build-up, which is why walking is essential following surgery.
Combine walking with lymphatic drainage to encourage further movement and clearing of fluid.
If you are not post-surgery but feel inflamed, schedule a lymphatic drainage massage and start walking. It’s amazing what walking and light touch can do and how much better you will feel.
#abs #sculpted
Comment “MASSAGE” for this YouTube video link.
🎥Can Lymphatic Drainage Massage Tone Your Abs And Decrease Inflammation?
Premiers tonight 4/18/24 at 5:15pm PST (8:15pm EST)
Those on FACEBOOK
https://urlgeni.us/youtube/LymphaticDrainageMassage
✅What are the benefits of Lymphatic Massage?
Our lymphatic system is key to our body’s immune defenses.
Lymphatic fluid flows through lymph vessels, which connect lymph nodes. White blood cells trap and destroy harmful particles, such as bacteria, as lymph fluid passes through lymph nodes.
Similar to blood in the circulatory system, lymphatic fluid is always moving. If it stops, fluid build-up can cause swelling, often in the arms or legs.
Exercise is crucial to avoid lymph fluid build-up, which is why walking is essential following surgery.
Combine walking with lymphatic drainage to encourage further movement and clearing of fluid.
If you are not post-surgery but feel inflamed, schedule a lymphatic drainage massage and start walking. It’s amazing what walking and light touch can do and how much better you will feel.
#abs #sculpted
WEIGHT CHECK ✅
It’s been a while since I shared my weight.
In January my weight dropped to 103 lbs and I didn’t feel well.
A couple months later I feel tremendously better. It’s been a mix of Testosterone, Thyroid, Peptides, lowering my stress, making new friends, leaving my house, and lifting weights again.
During March I was not very disciplined. And I’ve had a hard time getting back into my routine.
Because I wasn’t focused in March I didn’t weigh myself. I also didn’t want my mind getting crazy if I saw the scale increasing. I know I wanted it to go up…but still it’s a mental thing 🙈
Today I got back on the scale.
I’m 116 lbs and 22% fat. I feel much healthier right now than I did in January.
GYM TODAY:
CHEST
-Upright Chest Press, 5 sets, 12-15 reps
-Cable Flies, 4 sets, 12-15 reps
BICEPS
-Hammer curls, 5 sets, 12-15 reps
-Extended cable bicep curls, 4 sets, 12-15 reps
CORE
-TRX reverse ab crunches 2 sets, 20 reps
It was quick. I also walked 3 miles this morning.
#weightlossjourney #bodytransformation #over40
WEIGHT CHECK ✅
It’s been a while since I shared my weight.
In January my weight dropped to 103 lbs and I didn’t feel well.
A couple months later I feel tremendously better. It’s been a mix of Testosterone, Thyroid, Peptides, lowering my stress, making new friends, leaving my house, and lifting weights again.
During March I was not very disciplined. And I’ve had a hard time getting back into my routine.
Because I wasn’t focused in March I didn’t weigh myself. I also didn’t want my mind getting crazy if I saw the scale increasing. I know I wanted it to go up…but still it’s a mental thing 🙈
Today I got back on the scale.
I’m 116 lbs and 22% fat. I feel much healthier right now than I did in January.
GYM TODAY:
CHEST
-Upright Chest Press, 5 sets, 12-15 reps
-Cable Flies, 4 sets, 12-15 reps
BICEPS
-Hammer curls, 5 sets, 12-15 reps
-Extended cable bicep curls, 4 sets, 12-15 reps
CORE
-TRX reverse ab crunches 2 sets, 20 reps
It was quick. I also walked 3 miles this morning.
#weightlossjourney #bodytransformation #over40
Comment “Skincare” for a list of the items I used tonight!
If you are on Facebook here’s the list: https://urlgeni.us/UNBOXINGBEAUTYSKINCARE
My face feels very moist and hydrated…I’m ready for bed…good night my friends 😘
Tonight I used:
@beyoucosmeticsusa 5 Min Mask
@oneskin.co Face Supplement
@pillowtalkderm Major Fade Active Seal
Comment “Skincare” for a list of the items I used tonight!
If you are on Facebook here’s the list: https://urlgeni.us/UNBOXINGBEAUTYSKINCARE
My face feels very moist and hydrated…I’m ready for bed…good night my friends 😘
Tonight I used:
@beyoucosmeticsusa 5 Min Mask
@oneskin.co Face Supplement
@pillowtalkderm Major Fade Active Seal
Have you experienced a Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
Look ⬇️ and tell me if I should film another treatment?
I enjoyed the 70 minute, Full Body & Face Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage massage @lymphologie_
As you can see it’s crazy relaxing and Carolinas hands are magic.
I first learned about #lymphaticmassage last year when I had my mommy makeover surgery.
It’s especially common in Central and South America to have lymphatic drainage massages following body contouring surgery.
This delicate massage focuses on light touch with emphasis on moving fluid towards the nearest lymph node.
Our lymph system is part of our immune system carrying white blood cells as well as bacteria, abnormal cells and other matter for filtering out via our lymph nodes.
This fluid is then transported back into the bloodstream via the lymph vessels. Lymph fluid only moves in one direction which is toward our heart.
Moving lymph fluid helps us feel leaner because it dislodges inflammation. Carolina told me that moving lymph also helps with cellulite.
Additionally, on our backsides we only have a single lymph node. This can cause a lot of fluid to get trapped in our thigh areas making cellulite look worse.
This has to be the most indulgent cellulite treatment 😂
Thank you @lymphologie_ for inviting me down for your beautiful treatment!
QUESTION
✅ Carolina offers a handful of beautiful treatments plus an Infrared Jade Sauna pod!
Tell me if you want me to film and share about this fun Sauna treatment?
Have you experienced a Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
Look ⬇️ and tell me if I should film another treatment?
I enjoyed the 70 minute, Full Body & Face Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage massage @lymphologie_
As you can see it’s crazy relaxing and Carolinas hands are magic.
I first learned about #lymphaticmassage last year when I had my mommy makeover surgery.
It’s especially common in Central and South America to have lymphatic drainage massages following body contouring surgery.
This delicate massage focuses on light touch with emphasis on moving fluid towards the nearest lymph node.
Our lymph system is part of our immune system carrying white blood cells as well as bacteria, abnormal cells and other matter for filtering out via our lymph nodes.
This fluid is then transported back into the bloodstream via the lymph vessels. Lymph fluid only moves in one direction which is toward our heart.
Moving lymph fluid helps us feel leaner because it dislodges inflammation. Carolina told me that moving lymph also helps with cellulite.
Additionally, on our backsides we only have a single lymph node. This can cause a lot of fluid to get trapped in our thigh areas making cellulite look worse.
This has to be the most indulgent cellulite treatment 😂
Thank you @lymphologie_ for inviting me down for your beautiful treatment!
QUESTION
✅ Carolina offers a handful of beautiful treatments plus an Infrared Jade Sauna pod!
Tell me if you want me to film and share about this fun Sauna treatment?
It was a really good day…and tonight I’m going to dinner with a few girlfriends 👯♀️
Morning Chat:)
Did I use Semaglutide again?
Current Peptide Use?
Realities: the ebb and flow of life:)
Bikini and Dress try on at 9am PST on YouTube @spa.and.tell linked in stories.
#peptide #motsc #ipamorelin
Morning Chat:)
Did I use Semaglutide again?
Current Peptide Use?
Realities: the ebb and flow of life:)
Bikini and Dress try on at 9am PST on YouTube @spa.and.tell linked in stories.
#peptide #motsc #ipamorelin
We are doing a Swim/Dress Haul Try-On this Monday at 9am PST.
The warmer weather inspired me to jump on Amazon and see what affordable pieces could be good for this Spring/Summer 2024.
I’m not sure if any of it is good…we will try it together on YouTube.
https://urlgeni.us/youtube/channel/BikiniAndDressApril2024
We are doing a Swim/Dress Haul Try-On this Monday at 9am PST.
The warmer weather inspired me to jump on Amazon and see what affordable pieces could be good for this Spring/Summer 2024.
I’m not sure if any of it is good…we will try it together on YouTube.
https://urlgeni.us/youtube/channel/BikiniAndDressApril2024
I had no idea that PLLA came from Corn and other starch vegetables. In this week’s video I cover how PLLA products such as Sculptra and Mayster are created.
As well as how their molecular weight affects injection and or complications from injections.
This video is found on the @spa.and.tell YouTube channel.
Comment Sculptra and the Video and blog link will be sent to your DM inbox.
I had no idea that PLLA came from Corn and other starch vegetables. In this week’s video I cover how PLLA products such as Sculptra and Mayster are created.
As well as how their molecular weight affects injection and or complications from injections.
This video is found on the @spa.and.tell YouTube channel.
Comment Sculptra and the Video and blog link will be sent to your DM inbox.
No nonsense breakdown of summer prep for skin! In fact, I could highly benefit from some of these steps all year long! Love all the products suggested.