I Get Compliments on My Glowy Skin When I Use These 3 Body Care Products
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I’ve always been a multi-step facial skin care kind of woman. I love the ritual of taking off my makeup with a creamy cleansing balm, layering serums, lotions, and potions, and testing new wrinkle-smoothing tools. The science of each ingredient and how it works is fun for me. My body care routine on the other hand? It’s as simple as it gets—typically, all I use is a body wash and a body butter.
Most people think more about their body skin care routine in the winter, because of the dry, cracked patches that require extra moisture. But I spend more time and effort in the summer—more of it is exposed and sun, sweat, and chlorine can do a number on it. Plus, there’s the added layer of sun protection and preventing a burn at all costs. I’ve perfected a three-step routine to keep my complexion smooth, hydrated, and protected all summer long.
My Summer Body Care Routine
Versed Buff It Out AHA Exfoliating Body Scrub and Mask
Versed
Step one is a good exfoliator to get rid of any dull patches and keep your skin smooth. I’m pretty active, especially in the summer; that salty layer of sweat that feels so good in the moment,? It feels better when you can scrub it off after. I love the Buff It Out AHA Exfoliating Body Scrub and Mask from Versed because it combines AHAs, a chemical exfoliator, that loosens the bonds of oil, dirt, and dead skin cells from the healthy skin, with a physical exfoliator, pumice. Even better, the scrub is in a squeeze tube—no twisting open jars that get filled with water as you try to scoop a handful out. It’s the perfect step before shaving, too, because you’ll likely get less ingrown hairs.
Naturium The Glow Getter Whipped Multi-Oil Body Butter
Amazon
I typically shower and shave at night, so after a quick pat dry, I apply a thick body butter before bed. The slightly damp skin drinks in the moisture like an electrolyte-infused glass of water. I have tried many formulas, from the luxe to the wallet-friendly, and Naturium’s The Glow Getter Whipped Multi-Oil Body Butter is my current obsession. I’m on my second jar. It starts as a lovely whipped cream texture but the blend of botanical oils melts it into the skin. It feels like the oil is seeping into every cell of my body to hydrate it overnight. I wake up and my complexion still feels smooth and glowy—so nice, in fact, that I don’t always feel like I need another layer. The light vanilla and coconut scent is sweet but not overpowering. I look forward to applying this at the end of every day. Since it’s available on Amazon, I’m crossing my fingers it goes on sale for Prime Day so I can restock.
Kopari Rose Gold Sun Shield Body Glow Sunscreen SPF 45
Kopari
Sunscreen is a non-negotiable in my routine. I have my face on lock, partially because I am incredibly fair and burn easily, and partially because I enjoy the anti-aging benefits it provides. I’m great about applying SPF to my body for beach days or when I’ll be spending time outside, but I’m still getting better about the daily practice. That’s why I’ll shout my love for Kopari’s Rose Gold Sun Shield Body Glow Sunscreen SPF 45 from the rooftops. It’s a unique texture for a sunscreen considering it’s a true body oil, like the tanning oils of the 2000s. Except now, instead of deep drying like a doughnut, you’re protecting your skin with SPF 45. The slightly shimmery gel provides an unreal, supermodel-esque sheen that catches rays to sparkle in photos and IRL—your peek-a-boo swimsuit selfie will never be the same. And best of all, it comes in three shades—rose gold, gold, and amber.
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