Keep The Summer Vibes Going Strong With These Seasonal Essentials — As Seen On WOAI’s “SA Living”
We’re right at the height of the summer season, so I visited with my friends at WOAI’s “SA Living” (virtually, of course) to offer some tips on how to beat the brutal Texas heat, nurture and soothe sun-ravished skin and hair, and stay entertained on long flights and road trips.
Read on to find out more about all the summertime essentials seen on air!
OLAY NIACINAMIDE + PEPTIDE 24 FACE MOISTURIZER
Dry skin in the summer? It happens more than you might think! We often talk about UV rays being harmful in the context of excessive sun exposure potentially leading to skin cancer and also contributing to hyperpigmentation and premature skin aging. But there’s a more immediate consequence to long days spent in the blazing sun: skin dryness! The sun’s UV rays zap the skin of moisture, leading to rough, dry, and dull-looking skin.
And that’s not the only factor that can cause skin to become dry in these hot summer months! The air conditioning in our homes, cars, and vehicles can also cause your complexion to become dry and dehydrated. How so? Well, air conditioners tend to remove moisture from the air to reduce humidity and that, in turn, causes the drier air in our indoor environments to pull moisture from skin, drying it out. Another culprit of dry summer skin: the chlorine in swimming pools!
So what are we Texas gals supposed to do when grappling with sky-high temperatures? How can we stay cool and comfortable while also protecting our skin? Easy! You can pick up the new Olay Niacinamide + Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer, which features 99% pure niacinamide to hydrate the complexion while repairing skin’s natural moisture barrier, resulting in skin that’s twice as strong. It also helps to even skin tone and visibly reduce wrinkles, so it’s an absolute must!
And now is the perfect time to stock up on this fab moisturizer: through August 7th, you can enjoy $8 off a 2-pack off the Olay Niacinamide + Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer at your local Sam’s Club and on SamsClub.com
HEMPZ HERBAL BODY MOISTURIZERS
Now that we’ve got a product to keep our complexions healthy and hydrated, we need to give the skin below the neck some TLC. To do so, check out the Continuing new, limited edition line of Hempz Herbal Body Moisturizers available exclusively at ULTA stores and on ULTA.com. This new range of 100% vegan body, cruelty-free, paraben-free moisturizers features 5 beautiful scents: Goji Orange, Vanilla Plum, Peach Raspberry Bellini, Blooming Orchid and Blushing Rose.
Each lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturizer is formulated with 100% pure hemp seed oil, which is rich in fatty acids that soothe and replenish skin. The formulas also include skin-loving natural extracts like shea butter, marigold extract, and aloe. The Vanilla Plum moisturizer, for instance, marries hemp seed oil with shea butter, sunflower seed oil, ginger root extract, marigold extract, and aloe leaf juice, while the Goji Orange moisturizer features hemp seed oil blended with raspberry extract, orange peel extract, shea butter, and lemon peel extract.
Whatever your scent preference, these body moisturizers are sure to leave your skin softer, smoother, and more radiant.
Each is $25 and available exclusively at ULTA stores and ULTA.com
NUTRAFOL NUTRACEUTICALS
When we think of summer hair, we tend to picture easy beach waves, perky high ponytails, and laid-back braids of all types (from crown braids to double braids and fish braids). But what if your hair simply won’t grow long enough for you to even consider trying one of these hairstyles? Or what if your hair is thinning so much that your ponytails and top knots end up looking a little anemic? Well, you don’t have to go scissor-crazy nor do you necessarily need to invest in extensions to add volume. All you may need is a little help to jumpstart hair growth and strengthen your existing strands. To do so, you can check out Nutrafol, the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair supplement brand. Nutrafol’s clinically effective, science-backed nutraceuticals are formulated with natural ingredients, targeting the root causes of hair loss and hair thinning such as stress and nutritional deficiencies. Not only does Nutrafol offer supplements for both men and women, but they offer a range of options for women that takes into account a variety of factors that can affect hair growth throughout the courser of a woman’s life.
Nutrafol Women supports hair growth for women over 18 who are not breastfeeding, pregnant, or menopausal.This physician-developed formula is powered by Nutrafol’s patented Synergen Complex, which is comprised of ingredients like saw palmetto, Sensoril ashwagandha, curcumin, and marine collagen peptides that support hair growth and lead to stronger and thicker-looking hair. Nutrafol Women’s Balance, meanwhile, is designed for women in the various stages of menopause and it targets causes of hair thinning that include hormonal imbalances and aging. This formula marries the brand’s Synergen Complex with ingredients like: maca root, which provides hormonal support through peri- and postmenopause and helps block DHT, a hormone that shrinks hair follicles and leads to progressive hair thinning; and astaxanthin, an antioxidant found in algae that supports age-related changes in the scalp by energizing the cells needed for a healthy hair growth cycle.
Similarly, Nutrafol Postpartum is designed for new moms within the first year of giving birth or moms who are still breastfeeding their babies and who may be experiencing hair thinning due to physical and emotional stress, nutrient depletion, and hormonal changes. This OBGYN-developed, breastfeeding-friendly formula supports replenishes the body with ingredients like: theanine, an amino acid that supports relaxation; shatavari, an adaptogen that targets physical and emotional stress; DHA Omega-3s, fatty acids found in algae that help the body mitigate the effects of physical stress; and collagen-OSA, which delivers nutrients to the hair shaft and promotes healthier and stronger hair.
Lastly, Nutrafol Men is an option for men over 18 experiencing excessive hair shedding or noticing decreases scalp coverage, which are among the first signs of hair thinning.
A monthly supply of Nutrafol’s nutraceuticals is $79 on Nutrafol.com
PUFFIN DRINKWEAR
Whether you’re river tubing with friends or enjoying a nice day of fishing, you’ll likely want to reach for an ice cold drink to help beat the summer heat. Well, you can keep your drink chilled — and do so in style — with Puffin Drinkwear. Puffin offers personality-infused apparel for your drink to wear, with adorable designs that range from life vests to flannel jackets, sweaters, parkas, and sleeping bags. Combining fashion and function, each Puffin incorporates two layers of thermal insulation to keep cans cool, working 20% better than normal koozies.
So, whether you’re sipping a bear, hard seltzer, or sparkling water, you can keep your drink cold and have it serve a fierce look with Puffin.
Puffins start at $15.95 and you can find them at R.E.I, stores and on Amazon
CANDY CRUSH SAGA
A survey published on TheVacationer.com indicated that 81% of Americans planned to travel this summer. And with long lines at airports, traffic on roads, and train service delays, there are bound to be plenty of moments of idle time before arriving at your chosen destination.
To keep yourself —and your kiddos —entertained, make sure to download Candy Crush Saga, which is available for free on iOS and Android. With over a trillion levels played, this legendary puzzle game is now one of the most popular mobile games of all time. From the vivid colors to the challenging-yet-achievable levels, it’s easy to see why Candy Crush Saga has earned millions of adoring fans all over the world. And this summer, it can help you pass the time while you wait for a connecting flight at the airport or ride a train with no Wi-Fi connection (that’s right: you don’t need Wi-Fi to play!).
Whether trying to beat your own hard score or competing with friends on tough levels, you can stay entertained and relaxed with Candy Crush. It’s the easiest way to sweeten your summer travel!
