Editor’s Note: This post was written before our faith-centered refocus, but we still stand by the message. Capital Femme is now a space where skincare meets Scripture 💛

It’s officially summer and with the change in season may also warrant a change in your skincare routine. Here are a few tips I’ve put to together to help you look and feel your best throughout this season:

1. SPF all day, everyday.

The sun’s rays can affect you when it’s cloudy, if you’re sitting by a window, driving in your car or while sitting underneath the shade. You should be wearing a sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 with a broad spectrum formula to protect against both UVA and UVB rays.

Opt for products that contain SPF, that includes makeup products and moisturizers. You might also want to go for lighter makeup during this season or use products that are non-comedogenic.

2. Add a pair of popping shades.

Not only will this add style to your outfit but can be helpful in protecting your eyes from the sun’s glares and may improve your vision.

3. Hydrate hydrate hydrate.

This cannot be over-stated. This has numerous benefits for your health and one of them is helping to cope with the heat. Water keeps your body and skin hydrated. You should be drinking water throughout the day. Opt for skincare products that are moisturizing and prevent dryness.

4. Use a Vitamin C serum.

This is important as it helps reduce hyperpigmentation that can be made worse by exposure to the sun. It also will help reduce the appearance of fine lines.

5. Exfoliate your skin.

Depending on your skin type you can use physical or chemical exfoliation. Physical is using some tool like a brush on your skin when cleansing while chemical exfoliation can include using acids like Salicylic acid. Read more on exfoliation here.

I hope applying these tips to your life will be beneficial for you. Let me know what you have tried and what works for you.