Let’s get to the glow. In 5 steps you can get that sun kissed look.
Sun Kissed Glow (in 5 steps)
That glo, tho. It’s easier than you think to look like your job is napping in a hammock on the beach. Radiant, rested, sun-kissed. And in 5 minutes. But you need the right products. The need-now shades. Know what I mean?
SELF-TANNER: Literally, I have LITERALLY tried every-single-self tanner on the market for about the last million years. Always optimistic. But when I found THIS holy grail product that fooled my dermatologist – welp, that was the winner-winner-chicken-dinner.
Tanning Tips:
- Spray yourself either outside or in the shower to avoid you self-tanning your entire house/carpet/upholstery…
- Apply 1 layer of spray/tan to start. You can always add to your tan, but removing too much is an exfoliating nightmare.
- Use the mitt. This tanning mitt is the i-ching to buffing the tan to perfection. If you get too much spray in an area, use the mitt to buff it around. So much power for just a basic mitt, ya know?
MAKEUP: Summer makeup equals lighter and brighter hues with more golden tones. And there are a million of them.
What’s the Difference?:
- These products allow your skin to breathe, especially when you are naturally (ahem) glowing (aka…sweating). No makeup running down your face. These are light enough that they work with your complexion.
- SPF included in the products. Because, skin cancer.
- No fail shades. Who has time to contour and highlight? Just apply these universally flattering shades and hit the beach.
LOTION: Salty hair, don’t care does not apply here. Saltwater, chemicals in pools and a hot sun all suck the life out of your skin.
Moisturize with…
- Body oil. Yep, it hydrates your skin to the max. But be careful – you want to get a glow, not look like a greased pig. All of these cult-classics below sell out year after year because they do the job.
- Shimmer factor. Products with too much glitter will give you a look of…well… too much glitter. Go for that shimmer and reflected light glow.
ACCESSORIES: Stylists have lots-O-secrets. One is that they know that certain accessories bring out a luminous glow better than others. Channel your inner Mediterranian chic.
Secrets…
- Gold: layer gold necklaces or wear one piece at a time. Golden tones are best to bring out your glow!
- Resin: Keeping it light (because, humidity) with resin balances the look but still adds a finished touch to the outfit.
- Straw Bags: Yes, they are everywhere (top picks here). Why? They give off that cool summer “it girl” vibe of jotting off to a summer market or a picnic.
BOHO-CHIC: Nothing makes you look like you came right off the beach or a fancy-schmancy yacht than a sophisticated boho-chic look. Don’t miss the main style tips here – with a few top picks below.
Start with a self-tan, that glimmer of lotion, add in natural makeup, gold coin jewelry, toss on an upscale bohemian tunic and you’re out the door with a straw bag to some bon-fire on the beach.
Happy Summer! Thanks for stopping by! xo
I just returned from a Caribbean vacation so I have the real deal tan. I don’t intentionally tan but even using 30 SPF sunscreen, reapplying very often and staying under an umbrella, I get pretty dark. When it fades, I’m going to grab that self-tanner from Sephora because I’ve tried them all too. I love the Boho Chic look!
Wow! That’s awesome, hope you had a lovely trip! I love that natural tan as well and you should definitely get that spray tan! You’re going to adore it! Thanks!
Beautiful and I love your hair it is so pretty.
Thanks!
I wish I could get the glow you have but I am so afraid of the sun these days. I will use these indoor tips to get a great look and healthy looking skin.
I’m sure you’re going to find my tips to achieve that glow easy to copy! Have fun!
Thanks for the tips! I always found moisturizer to be key!! Especially since I usually get my tan the old fashion way of laying out on the beach LOL
You’re welcome! Moisturizers are definitely a must especially during Summer and Winter! I love getting my tan that way as well.
I hate when it’s so hot that makeup feels like it’s running off of your face, yuck! I’ve never tried a self-tanner before, have heard so many things I wasn’t sure if it would be for me.
Try it sometime and I’m sure you’re going to find it worthwhile. I’ve been tanning for a while now, it’s really good! I hope my tips help too!
I don’t tan easily so these tips will make me feel like I am a part of the summer crowd. We have a new beach near our house (a lake beach!) so I am eager to give it a try!
I hope my tips help you achieve that summer glow! You’re so lucky to be living near the beach!!
Your tan looks good on you! I’m super pale so any type of taking product looks obvious on me! lol
Thanks so much! I’m sure you’re going to like the spray tan and it’s so easy to use as well. It’s definitely worth a try at least.
I really enjoyed reading this post. These are really helpful tips. I have to look into getting the products you’ve mentioned.
Thanks so much! I hope you get to use my tips! Those product are awesome and definitely worth checking out!
These are some great tips, I really need to think about trying self tan as I am so pale! My skin doesn’t like the sun so I sta indoors away from it, but I used to go a lovely shade.
Thanks! It’s really nice to have that sunkissed look especially during the summer! I’m glad my tips help!
I’ll keep these tips in mind. I’m pretty pale, so sometimes I need a nice tan. Or at least the appearance of one.
I hope these help! I love having that sunkissed look!
I for the life of me can not use self tanner. I have no idea what it is, probably my skin tone, but it never looks right on me. Ugh. You look so tan and gorgeous!
I hope my tips on applying a spray tan helps! Thanks so much!!!
These are great tips for a sun kissed glow. I use self-tanner sometimes, but I really love a subtle bronzing color. So easy and simple to use.
That’s perfect as well. It gives you that nice summer glow! Thanks for dropping by!
I love the boho look and your tan looks perfect. I have darker skin already so don’t ever use tanning products. My sister however is SUPER pale so I’ll have to let her know about this!
Thanks! I love that boho chic vibe especially during summer and fall. I hope my tips help your sister get that summer glow!
Love all of these suggestions to keep that summer glow! I’ve never tried spray tanning myself before, so that’s going to be new for me. Thanks for all the tips on how to do it right!
I love having that look and I hope these tips help! Spray tans are awesome when you find the perfect brand.
Great tips! I love a sun kissed look, especially for holiday. We go away tomorrow so I am definitely going to bear these tips in mind in my preparation tonight for going away! Thanks for the tips!
I love it as well! It’s perfect for the season! I hope my tips help, have a great vacay!
How awesome that you finally found the perfect self-tanner. I’m still searching. I have super fair skin, so I always end up looking orange, lol. I’ll have to check out your suggestion.
Try this brand, maybe it’s what you’ve been looking for! I really love that sunkissed summer glow!
I stay away from the sun as much as I could. I am naturally tanned but tend to get so dark when exposed in the san.
I really like having that sunkissed look. Hope my tips help with giving you that summer glow though!
I wish I was at the beach right now! But alas, I am not and therefore will settle for the pool and a good shimmery lotion to fake a summer glow…LOL!!
I just got home from FL and I’m missing the beach as it is! I hope my tips help you with that summer glow as well! Lol. Thanks for the visit!
These are such great ideas! I love your boho look, you rock it! I tend to avoid the sun like the plague and I’m ethnic so, I tend to be darker but, I still want that glow. Especially when I don’t get enough sun! Thanks!
Thanks so much, girl! I love getting that glow, even if your skin’s darker, it’s really nice to have that glow during the summer! I hope my tips help!