The perfect products to get your skin in summer shape

Rosalyn Solomon
Published Jun 20, 2012  •  Last updated Jun 25, 2012  •  < 1 minute read
  1. With summer underway, having that sun-kissed glow is the best way to complement this season’s wardrobe. Whether you relish the sun or prefer the shade, here are some products that will have you looking beach-fresh and tanned. (Shutterstock)
  2. OPI Outrageous Neons: Neons are everywhere this summer, even in beauty products. Let your glowing skin stand out in these bright shades, ($24.95) Available at OPI.com, select salons, spas, retailers across Canada.
    OPI Outrageous Neons: Neons are everywhere this summer, even in beauty products. Let your glowing skin stand out in these bright shades, ($24.95) Available at OPI.com, select salons, spas, retailers across Canada.
  3. Pucker up to a shiny, glossy look that won’t stick. Infused with antioxidants, Vitamin E and Vitamin C, this gloss nourishes and looks bright. It comes in seven shades, ($20) Available at Esteelauder.ca and Estee Lauder counters across Canada.
    Pucker up to a shiny, glossy look that won’t stick. Infused with antioxidants, Vitamin E and Vitamin C, this gloss nourishes and looks bright. It comes in seven shades, ($20) Available at Esteelauder.ca and Estee Lauder counters across Canada.
  4. Philosophy Cabana Girl lotion and Shampoo, Shower Gel and Bubble Bath: Whether you’re going away or just want to feel like you are in some tropical land, this lotion blends juicy guava and coconut with antioxidants for head-to-toe island moisture, ($31, $21) Available at Sephora.
    Philosophy Cabana Girl lotion and Shampoo, Shower Gel and Bubble Bath: Whether you’re going away or just want to feel like you are in some tropical land, this lotion blends juicy guava and coconut with antioxidants for head-to-toe island moisture, ($31, $21) Available at Sephora.
  5. Gucci Westman’s Escapsim Spring/Summer Collection for Revlon: Think tanned skin, blue waters and corals – simply beautiful. This collection includes Colorburst lip gloss available in four shades, nail enamel in five shades, Gold Eyeliner Highlighter and Crazy Shine Nail buffer, ($10.50, $5.95, $9.95, $5.95) Drugstores across Canada.
    Gucci Westman’s Escapsim Spring/Summer Collection for Revlon: Think tanned skin, blue waters and corals – simply beautiful. This collection includes Colorburst lip gloss available in four shades, nail enamel in five shades, Gold Eyeliner Highlighter and Crazy Shine Nail buffer, ($10.50, $5.95, $9.95, $5.95) Drugstores across Canada.
  6. BIC Soleil Bella Short skirts, dresses and bathing suits call for smooth legs. These shavers comes in three or four flexible blades. ($5.99 - $7.99) Drugstores across Canada.
    BIC Soleil Bella Short skirts, dresses and bathing suits call for smooth legs. These shavers comes in three or four flexible blades. ($5.99 - $7.99) Drugstores across Canada.
  7. Schwarzkopf Professional’s BC Sun Protect: Hair can dry out in the sun — try BC Sun Protect After-Sun Treatment, Spray Condititioner and Hair & Body Shampoo. With antioxidant vitamin E to protect the hair against UV rays, Amino Cell Rebuild technology to repair damage inside the hair cell and Palm Oil to replenish lost moisture to hair and infuse it with shine, ($39.95 each) Available at select salons across Canada.
    Schwarzkopf Professional’s BC Sun Protect: Hair can dry out in the sun — try BC Sun Protect After-Sun Treatment, Spray Condititioner and Hair & Body Shampoo. With antioxidant vitamin E to protect the hair against UV rays, Amino Cell Rebuild technology to repair damage inside the hair cell and Palm Oil to replenish lost moisture to hair and infuse it with shine, ($39.95 each) Available at select salons across Canada.
  8. Bronze Goddess Capri by Estee Lauder: : Taking inspiration from Isle of Capri, this makeup collection is complete with Luminous Liquid Bronzer, Five Color Gelée Powder EyeShadow Palette, Long Lasting Lipstick and Nail Lacquer. ($34.50, $48.50, $32, $25) Esteelauder.ca and Estee Lauder counters across Canada.
    Bronze Goddess Capri by Estee Lauder: : Taking inspiration from Isle of Capri, this makeup collection is complete with Luminous Liquid Bronzer, Five Color Gelée Powder EyeShadow Palette, Long Lasting Lipstick and Nail Lacquer. ($34.50, $48.50, $32, $25) Esteelauder.ca and Estee Lauder counters across Canada.
  9. SkinTint FX Treatment and Tinted Moisturizer: “SkinTint FX is light, quick and easy. With an SPF 30 and pearlized minerals, it gives the perfect sun-kissed tint for women on the go”, says Cover FX International Artistry Director, Derek Selby. “For shade selection try a liquid bronzer like SkinTint FX. It’s available in three different undertones.” ($39) Coverfx.com, Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay and Sephora.
    SkinTint FX Treatment and Tinted Moisturizer: “SkinTint FX is light, quick and easy. With an SPF 30 and pearlized minerals, it gives the perfect sun-kissed tint for women on the go”, says Cover FX International Artistry Director, Derek Selby. “For shade selection try a liquid bronzer like SkinTint FX. It’s available in three different undertones.” ($39) Coverfx.com, Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay and Sephora.
  10. BritePrep FX Brightening Foundation Primer: “With an SPF 50, BritePrep FX is a must-have for summer as it not only provides sun protection but instantly brightens the skin,” says Cover FX International Artistry Director Derek Selby. It also blurs the appearance of fine lines and pores and helps extend make-up wear. ($45), Coverfx.com, Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay and Sephora.
    BritePrep FX Brightening Foundation Primer: “With an SPF 50, BritePrep FX is a must-have for summer as it not only provides sun protection but instantly brightens the skin,” says Cover FX International Artistry Director Derek Selby. It also blurs the appearance of fine lines and pores and helps extend make-up wear. ($45), Coverfx.com, Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay and Sephora.
  11. Bronzed FX Mineral Bronzing Powder: Ideal for all skin types, this bronzer creates an instant sun-kissed look for the face and body without damaging UV rays.Application Tip: "My trick to apply bronzer is to sweep it in a “W” motion across the face to achieve an effortless, sun-kissed look. Sweep bronzer across your cheeks, over your nose and then across your other cheek to give your skin that hint of colour where the sun would naturally hit,” says Cover FX International Artistry Director,Derek Selby ($28) Coverfx.com, Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay and Sephora.
    Bronzed FX Mineral Bronzing Powder: Ideal for all skin types, this bronzer creates an instant sun-kissed look for the face and body without damaging UV rays.Application Tip: "My trick to apply bronzer is to sweep it in a “W” motion across the face to achieve an effortless, sun-kissed look. Sweep bronzer across your cheeks, over your nose and then across your other cheek to give your skin that hint of colour where the sun would naturally hit,” says Cover FX International Artistry Director,Derek Selby ($28) Coverfx.com, Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay and Sephora.
  12. Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration and Shimmer Effect Sunscreen: If you prefer to get your tan straight from the sun’s rays, be sure to protect yourself. Hawaiian Tropic’s Silks Hydration not only comes in SPF 10, 30, 50 it is also infused with silk protein and shea butter for a non-greasy moistures. To get more shine, the Shimmer Effect SPF 30 lotion has protection and a little glitter. ($10.99 each), major retailers across Canada.
    Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration and Shimmer Effect Sunscreen: If you prefer to get your tan straight from the sun’s rays, be sure to protect yourself. Hawaiian Tropic’s Silks Hydration not only comes in SPF 10, 30, 50 it is also infused with silk protein and shea butter for a non-greasy moistures. To get more shine, the Shimmer Effect SPF 30 lotion has protection and a little glitter. ($10.99 each), major retailers across Canada.
  13. Pure Finish Highlighter, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: This universally flattering powder illuminates skin and gives it a soft shimmer. Use the All Over Face Powder Brush for this compact, or any other in your makeup kit.Application Tip: Starting at the temples, sweep across the top of cheekbones in a ‘C’ shape to make eyes and cheeks pop with a touch of light-catching shimmer. ($45.00, $26.50) The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
    Pure Finish Highlighter, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: This universally flattering powder illuminates skin and gives it a soft shimmer. Use the All Over Face Powder Brush for this compact, or any other in your makeup kit.Application Tip: Starting at the temples, sweep across the top of cheekbones in a ‘C’ shape to make eyes and cheeks pop with a touch of light-catching shimmer. ($45.00, $26.50) The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
  14. Pure Finish Bronze Powder, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: Adds a touch of radiance to the skin and is also infused with Zin’cite, which can help energize and protect skin cells, and green tea, white tea and minerals.($45.00), The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
    Pure Finish Bronze Powder, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: Adds a touch of radiance to the skin and is also infused with Zin’cite, which can help energize and protect skin cells, and green tea, white tea and minerals.($45.00), The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
  15. All Over Face Powder Blush, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: Use this to contour, set or blend makeup. Also dust it on shoulders and decollete.($26.50), The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
    All Over Face Powder Blush, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: Use this to contour, set or blend makeup. Also dust it on shoulders and decollete.($26.50), The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
  16. Ceramide Ultra Lipstick, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: Flattering for any skin tone, this moisturizing lipstick gives your pucker a shiny, full look.Application Tip: To make your colour last longer, layer your lipstick. Slick on a first coat, blot with a tissue, and then add a second swipe. ($29.00), The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
    Ceramide Ultra Lipstick, from Elizabeth Arden’s Rose Aurora Spring Colour Collection: Flattering for any skin tone, this moisturizing lipstick gives your pucker a shiny, full look.Application Tip: To make your colour last longer, layer your lipstick. Slick on a first coat, blot with a tissue, and then add a second swipe. ($29.00), The Bay, Sears, and Shoppers Drug Mart.
  17. Moroccanoil Frizz Control Protects against humidity while smoothing and controlling hair. Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine provides shine while strengthening and protecting your locks with argan oil, Vitamin F (fatty acids), Vitamin A and Vitamin E, ($32, $25.80) Available at Moroccanoil.com.
    Moroccanoil Frizz Control Protects against humidity while smoothing and controlling hair. Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine provides shine while strengthening and protecting your locks with argan oil, Vitamin F (fatty acids), Vitamin A and Vitamin E, ($32, $25.80) Available at Moroccanoil.com.
  18. Vitamin C Energizing Facial Spritz and Cooling Peppermint Foot spray: Perfect for a day of tanning on the beach or simply commuting to work, use this facial spritz to revive skin or fix makeup. With Vitamin C and Camu Camu Extract it not only provides a refresher but moisturizer too. Similarly, your tired feet could use a little relief – those sandals, flip-flops and wedges are hard work,($18, $10) Available at The Body Shop.
    Vitamin C Energizing Facial Spritz and Cooling Peppermint Foot spray: Perfect for a day of tanning on the beach or simply commuting to work, use this facial spritz to revive skin or fix makeup. With Vitamin C and Camu Camu Extract it not only provides a refresher but moisturizer too. Similarly, your tired feet could use a little relief – those sandals, flip-flops and wedges are hard work,($18, $10) Available at The Body Shop.
  19. Honey Bronze Shimmering Dry Oil and Honey Bronze Brilliance Powder: With honey and moisturizing ingredients, apply this dry oil for a bronzed glow. The powder comes with a ready-to-apply brush, sweep this on wherever you want for an instant shimmer.Application Tip: Apply the Dry Oil using circular motions. ($22 each), Available at The Body Shop.
    Honey Bronze Shimmering Dry Oil and Honey Bronze Brilliance Powder: With honey and moisturizing ingredients, apply this dry oil for a bronzed glow. The powder comes with a ready-to-apply brush, sweep this on wherever you want for an instant shimmer.Application Tip: Apply the Dry Oil using circular motions. ($22 each), Available at The Body Shop.
  20. Demalogica Solar Defense Booster SPF 50: A light-weight, oil-free product that packs a UV protective punch, layer it on with your existing moisturizer for a two-in-one effect, ($64) Available at Dermalogica.com.
    Demalogica Solar Defense Booster SPF 50: A light-weight, oil-free product that packs a UV protective punch, layer it on with your existing moisturizer for a two-in-one effect, ($64) Available at Dermalogica.com.
  21. Dermalogica After Sun Repair Lotion: Free of artificial colour and fragrance this soothing balm helps repair UV damage, ($41) Available at Dermalogica.com.
    Dermalogica After Sun Repair Lotion: Free of artificial colour and fragrance this soothing balm helps repair UV damage, ($41) Available at Dermalogica.com.
  22. Radial Brazilian Tan Clear, Body Scrub and Airbrush: For those just too afraid of tinted self-tanners, try Radial’s clear formula for a sun-kissed glow. Exfoliate and smooth skin with the body scrub to get tan-ready. The Airbrush formula goes on light with 360-degree airbrush technology for an even tan, ($45 each) Available at Murale and The Bay.
    Radial Brazilian Tan Clear, Body Scrub and Airbrush: For those just too afraid of tinted self-tanners, try Radial’s clear formula for a sun-kissed glow. Exfoliate and smooth skin with the body scrub to get tan-ready. The Airbrush formula goes on light with 360-degree airbrush technology for an even tan, ($45 each) Available at Murale and The Bay.
  23. St. Tropez Self Tan Mousse and St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Gel: “St. Tropez self tanning products create a bespoke tan — unique to each individual. We all have different pigmentation and different body chemistry and the tans adjust to a unique colour that suits each person’s natural pigmentation,” says St. Tropez skin finishing expert Sophie Evans. “There are different products which may be better suited depending on the person’s skin type. If you have dry, dehydrated, sensitive skin it’s normally best to stick with a lotion. The spray and mousse formulas are good for all and those with busy lifestyles.” ($38/120 ml or $49.50/240ml, gel: $44) Available at Sephora.
    St. Tropez Self Tan Mousse and St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Gel: “St. Tropez self tanning products create a bespoke tan — unique to each individual. We all have different pigmentation and different body chemistry and the tans adjust to a unique colour that suits each person’s natural pigmentation,” says St. Tropez skin finishing expert Sophie Evans. “There are different products which may be better suited depending on the person’s skin type. If you have dry, dehydrated, sensitive skin it’s normally best to stick with a lotion. The spray and mousse formulas are good for all and those with busy lifestyles.” ($38/120 ml or $49.50/240ml, gel: $44) Available at Sephora.
  24. St. Tropez Tan Optimiser Body Polish and Tan Optimiser Body Moisturizer:“To achieve an even glow it is vital that you prepare your skin properly. Begin by exfoliating. (St. Tropez Tan Optimizer Body Polish) removes tired skin cells allowing the tanning products to glide on effortlessly and smoothly. Next make sure to moisturize. (St. Tropez Tan Optimiser Body Moisturizer) is packed with a luxurious blend of ingredients to hydrate skin — make sure to pay special attention to dry areas around the elbow, ankles and knees,” says St. Tropez skin finishing expert Sophie Evans.One last tip: “Application of the product is key. The biggest mistake people make when using a self tan is not applying enough product! This is the biggest cause of streaking. Imagine that the self tan product is like paint and your skin the canvas. If you don’t use enough paint to cover a canvas it will break and the result – streaks.” ($24, $19) Available at Sephora.
    St. Tropez Tan Optimiser Body Polish and Tan Optimiser Body Moisturizer:“To achieve an even glow it is vital that you prepare your skin properly. Begin by exfoliating. (St. Tropez Tan Optimizer Body Polish) removes tired skin cells allowing the tanning products to glide on effortlessly and smoothly. Next make sure to moisturize. (St. Tropez Tan Optimiser Body Moisturizer) is packed with a luxurious blend of ingredients to hydrate skin — make sure to pay special attention to dry areas around the elbow, ankles and knees,” says St. Tropez skin finishing expert Sophie Evans.One last tip: “Application of the product is key. The biggest mistake people make when using a self tan is not applying enough product! This is the biggest cause of streaking. Imagine that the self tan product is like paint and your skin the canvas. If you don’t use enough paint to cover a canvas it will break and the result – streaks.” ($24, $19) Available at Sephora.
  25. Deep Clean Cava, Seanol Canada: Prep your skin for the summer with this foaming cleanser which removes dead skin cells for a soft and clear complexion, ($24) Available at Seanol.ca.
    Deep Clean Cava, Seanol Canada: Prep your skin for the summer with this foaming cleanser which removes dead skin cells for a soft and clear complexion, ($24) Available at Seanol.ca.
  26. Body Bling Original: Even out your skin tone all the while getting a natural-looking sun-kissed glow, (30 mL $12, 120 mL $45) Available at Murale.ca.
    Body Bling Original: Even out your skin tone all the while getting a natural-looking sun-kissed glow, (30 mL $12, 120 mL $45) Available at Murale.ca.

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With summer underway, having that sun-kissed glow is the best way to complement this season’s wardrobe. Whether you relish the sun or prefer the shade, here are some products that will have you looking beach-fresh and tanned.

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