Adopt a natural skin care routine this summer

 

You may need to take extra steps in the summer to keep your African American skin looking flawless, since people tend to show more skin in the warmer months. Become Gorgeous has some suggestions for how to start a natural skincare regimen that will keep you looking fresh all summer.

First, the colder months may have left your skin feeling dry and cracked, so you'll want to exfoliate for the summer. Use a body sponge in the shower that will remove dead skin and any makeup that may have gotten left behind.

"Even in summer time individuals will still be vulnerable to dry skin. This happens even though the body typically produces a lot of oils throughout the summer. The additional sunshine may dry out skin. A natural and organic night gel is nice for maintaining natural oils when removing makeup," according to the news source.

GoodToKnow.com also recommends applying a night cream every evening to keep the skin hydrated. The information provider said that a good night cream should leave your skin feeling soft and supple when you wake, rather than tight and dry. 

Stick to classic wedding looks this summer

 

Summer is a big season for weddings, and if your big day is coming up soon, you probably want your African American skin to look flawless. Recently, the Denver Post spoke to makeup artist Michael Moore who offered suggestions on how to celebrate your wedding day confident that your skin care product is helping you look your best.

First, the expert said that if you're planning on waxing any part of your face, you should schedule any appointments two weeks before the wedding. Next, Moore said that it's best to stick to classic makeup looks rather than trying out a new trend on your wedding day. You don't want to look dated in your photos.

The makeup artist warned against wearing too much makeup, since you want to look natural, but this is a day for a touch of glamour.

"If you want to take the glam factor up a notch, false eyelashes - when properly applied and when you are comfortable wearing them - can add appeal. Have them professionally applied and practice wearing them ahead of time," said Moore, quoted by the news source.

Yahoo! Lifestyle states that one of the most important things that you can do on your wedding day is use a primer to get your skin ready for foundation. Primer will help your foundation look smooth and even, which is especially important for pictures.

 

Stop the pain of that sunburn

 

If you're hitting the beach this summer, be sure to wear sunscreen to protect your African American skin. Of course, even if you use sun-shielding lotion you may still get a sunburn, and if so there are things that you can do to help soothe the discomfort. Recently, Philly Burbs published an article explaining some simple ways to ease the pain of a sunburn.

First, in the summer it is a good idea to keep pure aloe in the fridge so you can use it on a burn, this is a well-known solution that cools the skin to ease pain and can be applied as often as necessary. Next, if you don't have any aloe around, dip a clean towel into cold water and apply it to the burn.

Discovery Health also has some suggestions on relieving sunburn pain.

"Adding a few heaping tablespoons of baking soda to cool bath water makes a sunburn-soothing remedy. Just keep your soaking time down to 15 to 20 minutes. If you soak any longer, you risk drying out your already lizard-like skin," according to the news source.

Finally, drink plenty of water, which is always a good idea after too much sun exposure. 

Halle Berry shares some beauty tips

 

If you're looking for tips on how to spruce up your African American skin care routine for the summer, who better to turn to than the lovely Halle Berry? The actress recently spoke to Stylelist and told the news source her secrets for looking great in warm weather, even when you are crushed for time.

First, the information provider asked Berry what her five minute beauty routine is. She said that the two things she never leaves the house without are face powder and a little color on the lips, which is a quick way to keep your face fresh. Next, the actress shared the biggest makeup lesson she's learned over the years.

"What I’ve learned is that makeup starts with a good base. You have to find a foundation that completely matches your skin tone, so you don’t have a different color face and body; something that’s light, oil-free and doesn’t feel too heavy. Everything else you can add, like an eye and mouth, but you have to get a good base," Berry said, quoted by the news source.

Marie Claire Magazine also reported on the actress' beauty routine, and said that one of her secrets is that she always exfoliates and rubs pure vitamin C on her African American skin before moisturizing.