BEACH BASICS

I'm fresh off the Island of Sanibel after celebrating my Birthday with sun, sand, & the Goslee Clan (my family, all 15 of us to be exact!) and I'm full of great tips on how to survive the beach! Along with sunnies, floppy hat, & a good read, here's a peek inside this Healthy Skin Enthusiast's beach bag:

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Dermalogica's Total Eye Care SPF 15
 ($43)

Optical light diffusers help diminish dark circles and a chemical-free sunscreen helps to shield against further damage. Yes please!

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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer SPF 70 with Helioplex 

I know, I know, anything over SPF 30 doesn't add that much more protection, but it makes me feel better. Oh well, must be a mental thing. Either way this guy is light weight, blends in easily, and never clogs my pores. The slim packaging makes for easy travel which is an added bonus.

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Coppertone Sport Ultra Sweat Proof SPF 50 

Even if your sunscreen claims to be sweat proof, waterproof, chlorine proof, baby proof, etc. it only works as well as your re-application. That's right folks, guarding your skin from the sun's harmful rays is not a one and done situation. I recommend applying a nice even layer from head to toe before donning your beach wear. Let it soak in at least 20 minutes before cooling off with a nice dip, and set an alert on your phone or watch as a reminder to re-apply at least every hour. (Re-applying after swimming is a given.)

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Maybelline Baby Lips SPF 20 in Pink Punch

For a splash of color & much needed solar defense for your pout, pack a punch with this moisturizing lip balm. For under 5 bucks, you won't be too heart broken if you drop it in the sand.

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Dermalogica After Sun Repair ($32)

LOVE! If you travel with a fair complected hubs that has a deep seeded aversion to sunscreen (I do), then you will want this cooling gel by the GALLON. Six years of my professional advice (read: nagging) has done little to help.

Wishing you lots of fun & safety in the sun on your upcoming adventures. Stay tuned for Beach Basics: Makeup coming up next.

There are a few dog days left this summer, what will you do with yours?

Cheers to Your Skin Health, 

Kristin