Solution: A Good Razor and Ingrown Hair Treatments A good, sharp razor is your first line of defense but when that's not enough, add ingrown hair treatments to your shaving routine.
Body Bummers
Bummer: Shaving Damage
Solution: A Good Razor and Ingrown Hair Treatments
A good, sharp razor is your first line of defense but when that's not enough, add ingrown hair treatments to your shaving routine.
The Art of Shaving for Women Ingrown Hair Night Cream, $30, www.theartofshaving.com .
Sally Hansen Medicated Zero Bump Pads, $8, www.amazon.com. Gillette Venus Embrace Razor for Women, $12, www.drugstore.com
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Bummer: Tan Lines
Solution: Self-Tanner and Bronzer
For minor contrasts, try a simple bronzing product to even out your glow. For more serious lines, apply a self-tanner on the untanned areas before the bronzer.
Napoleon Perdis, $29, www.napoleonperdis.com. Nars Body Glow, $59, narscosmetics.com
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Bummer: Rough Feet
Solution: At Home Pedicures
We all love summer shoes; from peep toes to sandals, we can't get enough! But, all those cute cuts can seriously rough up your feet. To keep your tootsies pretty, use a pumice stone in the shower and splurge on a good foot lotion. Dr. Levin's Foot Facial Kit, $80, www.institutebeaute.com
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Bummer: Peeling Skin
Solution: Heavy Moisturizers
When your skin is so damaged that it's peeling, you need more than an everyday moisturizer. Try specially formulated products, or if you prefer the natural route, look for ingredients like shea or cocoa butter.
Lubriderm Intense Skin Repair Body Lotion with Itch Relief, $8, www.drugstore.com. Carol's Daughter Ocean Body Butter, $18, www.carolsdaughter.com
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Bummer: Sunburns
Solution: After Sun Lotion
The most important way to fight sunburns is sunscreen, but after sun lotions are great backup. These rich formulas are specially designed to help your skin bounce back from the stress of the sun's rays.
Burt's Bees Aloe & Linden Flower After Sun Soother, $10, www.burtsbees.com. Banana Boat Aloe After Sun Lotion, $6, www.drugstore.com
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Bummer: Sun Spots
Solution: Antioxidant Treatments
Even if you are a dedicated sunscreen user, it's still possible to get sun damage. To fight sun spots, use a product with both antioxidants and phloretin. Skin Ceuticals Phloretin CF, $150, www.skinceuticals.com
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Bummer: Sweat
Solution: Fresh Scented Deodorant
To avoid smelling not so fresh this season or having unsightly white marks, switch to a deodorant with a summery scent that goes on clear.
Ban Invisible Solid Deoderant in Island Falls, $4, www.walgreens.com
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Bummer: Shiny Skin
Solution: Oil Control and Blotting Sheets
If you're prone to greasy skin, apply an oil control product before your makeup and keep blotting sheets on hand for mid-day touch ups.
Pur Minerals Under Control Oil Regulating Gel, $18, www.purminerals.com. Bourjois Anti-Shine Blotting Sheets, $9.50, sephora.com
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Bummer: Blackheads and Breakouts
Between sunscreen and sweat, the summer can mess with even the best complexions. Try a gentle acne control soap and clean your pores weekly to prevent blackheads.
Solution: Pore Cleansers
Clinique Facial Soap with dish, $12, www.clinique.com. Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips,$8, www.drugstore.com
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Bummer: Tangled and Greasy Hair
Beaches and pools are great for you, but not so hot for your hair. To minimize the damage, add a detangling protective spray to your beach bag. As for greasy hair, a dry shampoo or styling wipe is the way to go.
Solution: Dry Shampoo and Leave-in Conditioner
Ted Gibson Hair Sheet - Hair Styling Sheets, $25, www.sephora.com. Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo, $19, sephora.com. Prive Thermal Protection Detangling Spray, www.priveproducts.com
Nathan Ellis Perkel