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Summer is in full swing, and everyone will be spending a lot of time on the beach, trying to get the
best tan or simply have fun. However, a lot of fun at the swimming pool and the beach can take its
the toll on your skin and hair. You don’t want to be devastated when the summer passes and you are
left with damaged hair and dry and prickly skin, do you? This is why, this summer, you should get
these five wonderful ingredients which will save the day.
Mineral foundation
Mineral makeup has been getting a lot of attention these past years, and for good reason. It gives a
breathable, natural feel, and wonderful coverage. Even people with skin conditions like rosacea are
encouraged to use mineral makeup every day. For those who have acne, there is mineral
foundations with calming ingredients such as tea tree oil and aspen bark. There are also foundations
with SP factors which will protect and soothe your skin.
Avocado hair mask
As we already mentioned, the sun, salt, and chlorine can seriously damage your hair and turn it into a
lifeless mop. To help your hair retain moisture and to make it shiny and healthy again, use a simple
(and incredibly effective) avocado hair mask. You will need a ripe avocado, two tablespoons of
olive oil and two of honey. Mix the ingredients, apply the paste to damp hair and leave it on for half
an hour. Rinse it off thoroughly and wash your hair as usual. You will notice the improvement after a
week.
Vitamin serums
Vitamin C is great for boosting your immune system, but it is also wonderful for your skin. It is a
powerful antioxidant and it protects your skin from damaging free radicals, thus making it brighter
and healthier. Not just that, but vitamin C serum keeps wrinkles at bay by stimulating the
production of collagen. Serums have a higher concentration of vitamin C so people with sensitive
skin can feel a slight irritation. To prevent this from happening, we recommend you use serums made
for your skin type.
DIY lip balm
The best lip balms contain coconut oil, and the most delicious ones – chocolate. To make your own
chocolate mint lip balm, you will need a teaspoon of coconut oil, almond oil, and cocoa butter. Add
three drops of vitamin E oil, two drops of peppermint extract, and three chocolate chips. Melt the
ingredient over a bowl of boiling water and pour into small containers. When they cool down you
will have your own supply of this amazing homemade lip balm.
Body scrub
Coffee is that magical ingredient which helps you wake up in the morning, but it also does wonders
for your skin. It’s an amazing antioxidant which smells divine. To make your own body scrub, use
half a cup of brown sugar, the same amount of ground coffee, and a cup of coconut oil. It will awaken
all your senses and it will also lighten your skin. As if that is not enough, it temporarily minimizes
cellulite while coconut oil moisturizes and soothes.
Whenever you’re in doubt about whether a certain product is good for you, or if it’s natural, the best
thing is to make your own. The healthiest scrubs and masks are made of natural and organic
products and mixed directly in your kitchen. If you use these products this summer, your body will
not feel the damaging effects of sun and salt.
Author bio:
Zara Lewis is a designer by education and a freelance writer by occupation, she is passionate about traveling, hiking, cycling and yoga. She loves to write about things that are part of her life and inspires her, mostly healthy lifestyle, fashion and beauty topics she is a regular author on highstylife.com , but from time to time she also contributes to some other blogs she likes working with. You can find her on Twitter.
best tan or simply have fun. However, a lot of fun at the swimming pool and the beach can take its
the toll on your skin and hair. You don’t want to be devastated when the summer passes and you are
left with damaged hair and dry and prickly skin, do you? This is why, this summer, you should get
these five wonderful ingredients which will save the day.
 | |
|
Mineral makeup has been getting a lot of attention these past years, and for good reason. It gives a
breathable, natural feel, and wonderful coverage. Even people with skin conditions like rosacea are
encouraged to use mineral makeup every day. For those who have acne, there is mineral
foundations with calming ingredients such as tea tree oil and aspen bark. There are also foundations
with SP factors which will protect and soothe your skin.
Avocado hair mask
As we already mentioned, the sun, salt, and chlorine can seriously damage your hair and turn it into a
lifeless mop. To help your hair retain moisture and to make it shiny and healthy again, use a simple
(and incredibly effective) avocado hair mask. You will need a ripe avocado, two tablespoons of
olive oil and two of honey. Mix the ingredients, apply the paste to damp hair and leave it on for half
an hour. Rinse it off thoroughly and wash your hair as usual. You will notice the improvement after a
week.
 | |
|
Vitamin serums
Vitamin C is great for boosting your immune system, but it is also wonderful for your skin. It is a
powerful antioxidant and it protects your skin from damaging free radicals, thus making it brighter
and healthier. Not just that, but vitamin C serum keeps wrinkles at bay by stimulating the
production of collagen. Serums have a higher concentration of vitamin C so people with sensitive
skin can feel a slight irritation. To prevent this from happening, we recommend you use serums made
for your skin type.
DIY lip balm
The best lip balms contain coconut oil, and the most delicious ones – chocolate. To make your own
chocolate mint lip balm, you will need a teaspoon of coconut oil, almond oil, and cocoa butter. Add
three drops of vitamin E oil, two drops of peppermint extract, and three chocolate chips. Melt the
ingredient over a bowl of boiling water and pour into small containers. When they cool down you
will have your own supply of this amazing homemade lip balm.
Body scrub
Coffee is that magical ingredient which helps you wake up in the morning, but it also does wonders
for your skin. It’s an amazing antioxidant which smells divine. To make your own body scrub, use
half a cup of brown sugar, the same amount of ground coffee, and a cup of coconut oil. It will awaken
all your senses and it will also lighten your skin. As if that is not enough, it temporarily minimizes
cellulite while coconut oil moisturizes and soothes.
 |
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Whenever you’re in doubt about whether a certain product is good for you, or if it’s natural, the best
thing is to make your own. The healthiest scrubs and masks are made of natural and organic
products and mixed directly in your kitchen. If you use these products this summer, your body will
not feel the damaging effects of sun and salt.
Author bio:
Zara Lewis is a designer by education and a freelance writer by occupation, she is passionate about traveling, hiking, cycling and yoga. She loves to write about things that are part of her life and inspires her, mostly healthy lifestyle, fashion and beauty topics she is a regular author on highstylife.com , but from time to time she also contributes to some other blogs she likes working with. You can find her on Twitter.
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