Summer is almost here and you know what that means…it’s time to load up that SPF and get that beautiful, summer glow! New seasons give us the perfect opportunity to change up our beauty routine and try out some new makeup and skincare products. All the way from tinted moisturizers to clean mascaras, here are our top five summer beauty essentials.
Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 20 by Rare Beauty
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Going for a light, tinted moisturizer during these warm, summer months is definitely your best bet! Founded by Selena Gomez, the Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer from Rare Beauty is one of our top summer beauty essentials! The lightweight formula has SPF 20 and blends seamlessly into the skin, offering a dewy, radiant glow. Not only will this protect your skin from the sun, but it will also provide you with the coverage you need without having to use a heavy foundation.
Dew Drops Mushroom Hyaluronic Acid + Vitamin C Serum by Three Ships Beauty
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Now let’s be real here, who doesn’t want dewy, radiant-looking skin during the summer? These Dew Drops from Canadian-based skincare brand, Three Ships Beauty, is the ultimate summer beauty essential! The vegan, cruelty-free formula gives your skin an instant, natural glow and is designed for all skin types. If you’re looking to revamp your skincare routine this summer, then these Dew Drops will be your new best friend!
Shade Slick Gelée Sheer Tinted Lip Oil by MERIT Beauty
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Lip oils have been all the rave lately and we’re totally here for it! The Shade Slick Gelée Sheer Tinted Lip Oil from MERIT Beauty is definitely one of our summer beauty essentials. These lip oils are so incredibly glossy, yet still give a beautiful colour payoff. They come in four shades, and provide the lips with an extra layer of hydration.
Anti-Ageing Eye Serum by Hymnologie
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When thinking about our skincare routine, we can’t forget about the undereye area! The Anti-Ageing Eye Serum from Hymnologie has to be one of our go-to summer beauty essentials. Not only does it hydrate the undereye, but it also reduces the appearance of dark circles. To shop Hymnologie, come visit our pop-up store, ‘the edit,’ located at Lock and Main Marketplace (17 Lock Street, Port Dalhousie), from Thursday to Monday between 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Lash Slick Mascara by Glossier
During the summertime, having a go-to mascara that will last through the heat is absolutely necessary. That’s why we love the Lash Slick Mascara by Glossier! The lightweight formula lifts and lengthens the lashes, and is perfect for those “no-makeup” makeup days. This mascara gives the lashes a natural finish and is long-wearing – perfect for those hot, summer days.
