Thank you to Olay for sponsoring today’s post on my summer skincare routine! As always, all thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.
To tell you the truth, sunscreen hasn’t always played a huge role in my summer skincare routine.
I’m going to take a stab at it and guess that it hasn’t been a big part of yours, either. I say that because, despite the fact that 2/3 of women know they should wear SPF daily…only 1/3 do.
Are you part of that 1/3? While I would love to hear you say yes, like I said…I’m guessing it’s a no. I unfortunately don’t know anyone in my life that wears SPF daily as a part of their summer skincare routine.
As I’ve gotten into my twenties, skincare has become more and more important to me though. I know that a glowing, youthful complexion is not forever lasting, but I want to do everything I can to protect my skin and keep it healthy for many years to come.
This year, I’m taking things to the next level and upping my summer skincare routine with a few new tips & tricks…
My Summer Skincare Routine With Olay SPF
1. I try to start every morning with washing my face.
I’m not going to lie, turning this first step into a solid habit is still a work in progress. That being said, I’m getting better. Washing my face every morning isn’t something I always think to do, but I’m really prioritizing it this summer. With the warm weather, my skin is a bit more oily than usual. It’s essential for me to start the day with a fresh face, and eliminate any oils or bacteria that may have arisen during the night.
You definitely don’t want to skip this step, because you’ll just be applying makeup and other products on top of less than fresh skin!
2. I use an ice roller to decrease inflammation, puffiness, and just cool down in the warm weather!
Another thing I love to do in the morning is use my ice roller. This helps to decrease inflammation, aid in lymphatic drainage, increase blood flow, and more. Not to mention, it’s a great way to refresh in the morning!
Get the entire lowdown on the benefits of ice rolling here.
3. I apply my favorite Olay SPF to protect my skin from the sun.
If you guys have read this post on the lightweight moisturizer I use, you already know just how much I love Olay Whip. So, you can imagine my excitement when I found out that Olay Whip now has an SPF 25 sister!
Unlike other sunscreens, Whips with SPF 25 has Active Rush Technology, which holds and releases 1000x it’s weight in hydration. It instantly absorbs into the skin, so it feels light and moisturizing. It’s almost hard to believe it has SPF in it, because it doesn’t feel anything like the sunscreens we’re all used to.
Whips with SPF 25 also blends with all skin tones, leaving no oily or sticky residue. Though I didn’t used to prioritize SPF as a part of my summer skincare routine, my habits are definitely changing after introducing this product into my regimen. I make sure to apply my Olay Whip with SPF 25 every morning before my makeup, so that I can feel confident my skin is protected from sun damage throughout the day.
4. I end every day by taking off ALL of my makeup.
One step that’s completely non-negotiable, no matter what time of the year it is, is taking off all of my makeup before bed. I swear this simple act prevents a whole slew of skincare problems. Check out this post on my favorite face wash for oily skin to see what makeup remover I use to get *everything* off in one go.
5. I cleanse, moisturize, and repeat my summer skincare routine all over again the next day.
Lastly, I cleanse, moisturize, and repeat my summer skincare routine all over again the next day! Simple, right? It really works though, and that’s why I love it.
What does your summer skincare routine look like?
Don’t forget to pick up Olay Whip with SPF and find coupons from Ahold online here, so you can incorporate this lightweight SPF into your summer skincare routine too!
