Why We're Obsessed With These Before & After Summer Skincare Products

It’s been a hot summer, and while some of us are still seeking out the sun in tropical locales, others of us are trying to minimize any time we have in the sun (or need to recover from a surprise sunburn). You may get tired of hearing it from your mom or your dermatologist, but they can’t stress enough the importance of always protecting your skin with sunscreen. But also, let’s not forget how to care for our bodies post-sun when it has taken a beating. From face sunscreens to hydrating body creams and oils, we’ve put together our top list of products to use pre and post sunning. And for the love of the sun gods, wear a hat in the extreme heat because skin damage is real with lasting effects.

PRE SUN - FACE
Juice Beauty SPF 30 Oil-Free Moisturizer ($34)
A great pre-game face sunscreen to use, especially if you’re prone to acne or oily skin as this oil-free lightweight formula protects skin with an SPF 30 and hydrates while leaving behind a matte finish. Or when you barely have enough energy for that “no make-up” make-up dewy look and just want a little glow, the Prebiotix SPF 45 Glow ($39.50) offers up just the right amount of sun protection made with certified organic ingredients such as Emblica Fruit, Jojoba Seed Oil, and Zinc.

KOSAS DreamBeam SPF 40 ($40)
When you need an SPF base to go under your foundation, this face sunscreen is great (but also wearing alone as-is!) as a skin prep before you apply a fuller coverage product. Designed to not clog pores and great for those with sensitive skin, this moisturizer does exactly that - it hydrates and brightens the skin as it’s packed full of ceramides and peptides.

POST SUN - FACE
Farmacy Beauty Deep Sweep Pore Cleaning Toner ($32)
If you’ve ever felt like your skin needed a little extra cleansing after a day of multiple sunscreen applications, the best step to add to your morning and evening skincare routine is swiping the face with a toner such as this one. It’s alcohol-free so it’s gentle on your skin but strong enough to clear out impurities from your pores and lessen the appearance of them thanks to a mixture of 2% BHA (salicylic acid) and papaya enzymes.

Caudalie’s Vinosource-Hydra Collection (ranges from $38 to $52)
Okay, so it happened, you forgot to wear your hat for a bit or you were splashing around in the pool or ocean a bit longer than you expected and now you have a temporary sun-kissed look on your face. To help soothe your skin, this entire Vinosource-Hydra line will do it’s best to give your burnt skin the hydration is needs as it’s powered by 100% organic grape water. The Grape Water Gel Moisturizer ($45) is a mix of organic grape water and aloe vera, great for locking in moisture and strengthening the skin barrier. Use the S.O.S. Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($52) in tandem with the grape water gel moisturizer to accelerate absorption into the skin. To help combat redness, follow the serum with the Moisturizing Sorbet ($38) which contains soothing ingredients such as chamomile extracts and grape water.

Lanolips Bronze Gold 101 Ointment ($17)
Keep that summer bronzed look going all year round or hop on the current trend of the latte makeup look with this bronzy balm. Apply on the lips, cheeks, even collarbones. And slap on a layer of the Lanostick Coconutter ($17) beforehand to soften, hydrate and prep lips before adding a touch of color.

POST SUN - BODY
LUSH Saltwater Soother ($7.50)
Relax that sunburnt or dehydrated body in a warm bath and plop in this bath bomb to help soothe any aches and pains. Made with magnesium and 50% epsom salt, you’ll soak away those sun-ridden woes. Tip: to really set the mood, light a Luminose Sand Dunes ($46) candle and unwind to scents of Patchouli and Sandalwood, made from a premium coconut wax blend.

LUSH Happy Hippy Shower Gel (starts at $11.50)
If a bath is not your cup of a tea, hop in the shower and suds up with this fun shower gel. The citrus blend of grapefruit and bergamot will leave you feeling refreshed and revived.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Body Cream ($65)
If you’ve spent years fawning over CT’s Magic Cream, then you’ll fall head over heels for the Magic Body Cream which is the perfect accompaniment to soothe, hydrate, and revive sunbaked skin. With hyaluronic acid, caffeine and CT’s special ALGAKTIV™️ UPLIFT, your body will feel brightened and tightened with weekly use.

LUSH Silky Underwear Dusting Powder ($13.50)
You know how it is after you’ve spend the day in the sun, and maybe you got a little too fried or just feel like you’ve constantly overheating? Then try out this dusting powder to help cool, hydrate, and leave you smelling fresh with essences of jasmine. You can follow these simple steps on how to effectively use this dusting powder. Another hack that we like is after a day at the beach, dust some powder on all of your body parts that have sand on them, and it’ll wipe off in a split second. No pesky sand bits all over the body.

MAELYS RE-SOLVE Age-Defying Body Serum ($69)
If your face needs serum, then why not the body, too? This special anti-aging formula is great for treating specific areas such as your hands and legs which have the most visible signs of wrinkles and fine lines. Packed with their Hyaluronic Fusion technology, this serum speeds up the hydration process and locks in moisture into the skin. Pair up the MAELYS RE-SHINE Illuminating Body Serum ($69) to help spot treat dark spots and improve uneven skin tones in areas such as under the arm or the knee area.

LALICIOUS Kiwi Krush Travel Set ($48)
Summer may be ending soon as well as this limited-edition travel kit which contains the sweet-smelling (and addictive) scents of their signature Body Oil which contains kiwi seed oil for a boost of hydration, sugar scrub, and body butter - all wrapped up in a super cute vintage travel bag. Perfect for taking on the road or having on-hand after a day at the beach or at the gym.