I LOVE summer! (it’s pretty obvious huh) I’m not gonna hide it. The warm weather makes me happy and it’s well and truly on it’s way here! In fact, this long weekend in Auckland is supposed to be a rippa!
BUT. What I do not love is having to show off your nice, pasty, winter skin – all dry and scaly and pale and all. SO. I’ve done extensive research, and I’ve found a couple of things I wanted to share with you to help you get your summer glow on ASAP!
1. CND Shellac in Locket Love (check out flossie.com to get your quiet-time shellac mani appointment sorted). What better way to get a summer glow than to literally paint it on! The great gold shimmer nail varnish will last for up to two weeks without chipping (mine normally stays put for at least 10 days)
2. TanOrganic self tan $55 (available from pharmacies and department stores). A god once-over with the trusty fake tan is the perfect way to kick start your Summer glow! TanOrganic is 100% natural, organic and Eco Certified, that means no nasty chemicals for your skin to absorb.
3. Bare Blossom Face and Body Shimmer $39.95 – This stuff is incredible! And they are right when they say a little goes a long way. Use it as an illuminator on your face (highlight the tops of your cheekbones and your eyebrow bone) or rub it over your shoulders and décolletage once your fake tan is dry for that extra-special shimmer!
4. Skinnies Sun Gel $34.95 – so this stuff is not so much about getting your summer glow as it is about keeping your summer glow. This super-concentrated sun gel (you only need a pea-sized dollop for your face and neck) will give you long lasting spf 30+ protection without all the yucky, greasy, slimy-ness of other sunscreens.
So wether it’s time to slip, slop, slap, get your shimmer on or fake it until you make it (except, you just want to keep faking it with a tan, real tanning is not so good for the skin!) these products will have you getting your SUMMER GLOW on in no time!
BONUS GIVEAWAY!
The gorgeous team at Bare Blossom has given me a Body Shimmer to give away to one lucky reader! It’s such a gorgeous product, I’ll be using it all summer long!
All you have to do is tell me in the comments below what you are most looking forward to this Summer!
PLUS! You get a bonus entry for sharing this post on Facebook (just click on the Facebook button below the post to share)
GOOD LUCK!
Until Next Time,
In Love & Style (and Summer) Always
Cait xoxo
T’s & C’s: Competition open to Aus and NZ residents. Winner will be picked based on their entry. Competition closes on Sunday Nov 2nd at 7pm NZDST. Winner will be given 3 days to reply
I’m most looking forward to baring my back with open back tops/dresses this Summer!! Accessorising with my body chains will be the cherry on top too, hehe! Bring on Summer!
oh sounds fun!
(cute) shorts! In my opinion they are a winning garment. Easy to throw on in the morning, pair them with a nice top and you can look nice but still be comfy.
Totally agree Naomi – such a great little number for the summer
I am most looking forward to the longer days – we seem to fit so much more into each day in Summer. As a family, we’re slower and more relaxed. And the sun-kissed skin, salt crusted hair and sand between my toes is also a Summer fave of mine, that I’m currently yearning for 🙂
C x
I’m so with you! LOVE the longer days, and the salty/sandy feeling – love it! xx
I am most looking forward to banishing my opaque tights to the second drawer down until at least Easter next year. This means putting a concerted effort into leg appearance but it’s worth it for the sunshine!
Oh I hear you Elisha! I still had mine on yesterday!