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The best beauty products to beat the summer heat and humidity
When the weather changes, so does everything else. Suddenly, I’m happier. I’m craving salads and fresh seafood. (I’m a Maritimer – It’s in my blood!) I’m ordering $18 smoothies without a second thought. This summer, my beauty routine is getting a complete makeover.
Instead of using the same old beauty products, my summer routine is going to be filled with easy, breezy multi-use products that create a glowy look with soft, supple skin. Make these skincare swaps for the summer season to handhold your skin through the adjustment of the new season.
Best sunscreens for summer 2025
It’s crucial to remember: We might love the sun, but our skin does not. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, and getting five or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma.
Dr. Sandy Skotnicki says to, “avoid the sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m and when the UV index is 3 or higher.” Also, “wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB in an SPF of 30 or higher.” Longwave ultraviolet A rays are called UVA) and short wave ultraviolet B (UVB) reach the surface of the skin.
Since many people have a hard time finding the right sunscreen for their skin due to many factors such as the texture, the white filter or the smell, these products are perfect for the face and daily usage.
This zinc oxide-based stick glides on clear, making it ideal for touch-ups. It contains water- and sweat-resistant ingredients that nourish skin, like aloe, shea butter and vitamin E. Blue Lizard Sensitive Sunscreen Stick SPF50, $15, at shoppersdrugmart.ca
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Best self tanners for 2025
Best case scenario: You use a self-tanner. I love nothing more than a radiant glow and a “did I or didn’t I just get back from vacation” tan that I can maintain throughout the summer. To protect my skin, I plan to fake it.
- For a deeper bronze, this lightweight mousse blends effortlessly and leaves skin ultra-hydrated – thanks to its antioxidant-rich formula. Bali Body Ultra Dark Self Tanning Mousse, $43, at shoppersdrugmart.ca
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Best anti-acne routine for summer 2025
It’s not your imagination; acne flare-ups happen in when the weather heats up. The weather pulls people outdoors, where they tend to be more active. That, on top of rising temperatures, can cause the skin to increase its oil production when the sebaceous glands (what you can blame oil production on) go into overdrive. And that means there’s a good chance acne will follow.
I’ve struggled with acne since I was a teen and even still as an adult. I’ve tried everything from medicated topical creams to harsh medications like Accutane. To say the struggle is real would be an understatement.
- This fast-drying body spray hels heal breakouts on your back, shoulders, and chest with salicylic acid, niacinamide and vitamin C — no need to rub it in to skin, either. PanOxyl 2% Salicylic Acid Body Spray, $23, at amazon.ca
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Forget girl math, this is all about skin math – and skin-boosting ingredients and products.
Multiply antioxidants
If there’s one thing I want my skin to be during the warmer months, it’s fresh, glowy, and full of bounce. That’s where serums come in. Lightweight and powerful, the right serum can give your skin exactly what it needs without any heaviness.
Start with antioxidants. Serums rich in vitamin C, niacinamide, and other skin-brightening ingredients help protect against environmental stressors (like sun and pollution) while giving your complexion a healthy, radiant boost.
Add HA, subtract heavy moisturizers
Next, if your skin permits it, swap out thick creams for hydrating serums with hyaluronic acid. It pulls moisture deep into the skin and helps maintain that plump, dewy look – even when the humidity works against you. Whether you’re dealing with dryness, dullness or just want a glow, a good serum can do the heavy lifting in your warm-weather skincare routine.
- Lightweight, soothing and ultra-hydrating, this serum contains the plant-based phytomucin, which mimics snail mucin for its skin-healing properties. We like it for its post-sun calming of the skin. Byoma Phyto Mucin Serum, $25, at shoppersdrugmart.ca
Get to the square root of the perfect pout
When the temperatures rise, I rethink everything in my beauty routine—right down to the products I keep in my bag. Heavy and drying matte lipsticks get pushed aside in favour of nourishing, hydrating treatments that keep my lips healthy and smooth. I want lip products that keep my pout soft, despite the sun, adds a hint of colour, and can double as a lip masque at night. Lightweight, multitasking lip products are my go-to this season – they’re easy and exactly what my warm-weather routine needs.
- If you’ve ever had dry, sun-chapped lips, you’ll want this on hand. A concentrated balm that hydrates fast – you’ll notice a difference in just one day. Flexitol Lip Balm, $6, at amazon.ca
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Best hair products for the summer 2025
When the weather heats up, your hair needs just as much seasonal care as your skin. Humidity, sun exposure and sweat can affect the health and manageability of hair. Whether you’re wanting beachy waves or a sleek back bun, the key is using lightweight, nourishing products that hydrate your hair, and keep it frizz-free and can add volume, if you need it to.
- Your scalp can get hit by the sun, too. Protect it with this product that also soothes, balances and strengthens hair from root to tip. We like it for post-beach care or repairing heat-stressed strands. Olaplex N°.0.5 Scalp Hydrating and Anti-aging Scalp Serum Treatment, $60, at sephora.ca
