Ah, spring—the season when the sun comes out, the layers come off, and suddenly, your winter beauty routine feels about as relevant as a turtleneck in July. As temperatures climb and humidity joins the chat, it’s time to ditch the heavy creams and thick formulas in favor of something a little more…breezy. Think glow, hydration, and skin that’s ready to bare (or nearly bare). Let’s talk about the must-haves that will keep you looking radiant from the first picnic of spring to the last rooftop cocktail of summer.
☀️ Sunscreen: The Non-Negotiable
Yes, we’re starting here because skipping SPF is so last season. Whether you’re beach-bound or just brunching outdoors, broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher, please) protects your skin from sunburn, premature aging, and, you know, actual damage. Bonus points if it doubles as a moisturizer or has a dewy finish. My favorites for the face are Bolden and Supergoop unseen sunscreen. My favorites for the body are Supergoop Play and Neutragena Ultra Sheer dry- touch sunscreen. All of these give great sun protection without the white cast.
💧 Lightweight Moisturizer: Heavy Creams, Be Gone
Your skin still needs hydration, but in warmer weather, thick formulas can feel like a suffocating sweater. A lightweight, gel-based moisturizer delivers the glow without the grease, keeping your skin plump and breathable even on the stickiest summer days. My favorite right now for the face is Entra Luminose Daily Hydrating Cream. With the nourishing properties of Goat’s milk, this moisturizes my skin without making me oily or being too heavy.
🧹 Dry Brushing: Buff It Out
Dry brushing isn’t just for your favorite wellness influencer—it really works. Using a firm-bristled brush on dry skin before showering can help exfoliate dead skin, increase circulation, and even stimulate lymphatic drainage. Translation: smoother skin and that satisfying “I-take-care-of-myself” feeling. I usually brush each body part 5 times towards my heart.
🧽 Body Scrub: Smooth Operator
Slough off the remnants of winter with a good body scrub. Look for one with sugar, salt, or coffee grounds to help shed dry skin and reveal a smoother, more radiant surface. It’s also the perfect prep step before self-tanner or baring your legs in that flirty sundress. My favorites are the Tree Hut Coco Colada and The Ouai St.Barts
💪 Firming Cream: For a Little Extra Support
Firming creams aren’t magic, but they are like shapewear for your skin. With ingredients like caffeine, peptides, or retinol, these products can help tighten and tone areas that need a little extra love—think thighs, bum, and upper arms. It’s confidence in a tube. My favorite for the face is Entra Daily Firming Serum. I’ve been using it for the last month and it works amazingly. They use of nature most studied peptides at 60x stronger than standard formulations to make a product that truly produces visible results. My favorite for the body is Maelys B-Tight. It feels warm for a while after you put it on but it’s so good and helps with the appearance of cellulite.
✨ Body Oil: Shine Bright
Finish your routine with a silky body oil to lock in moisture and give your skin that lit-from-within glow. Use it right after the shower while your skin is still damp to seal in hydration and give yourself that glossy, “just got back from the spa” look. My favorite is Aveeno Body Oil. It smells absolutely incredible and keeps you looking moisturized all day.
Whether you’re beach-hopping or just hitting up weekend farmer’s markets, these warm-weather beauty essentials will keep your skin looking as fresh and vibrant as your iced latte. Here’s to a season of sun, skincare, and serious glow goals.
