The last couple of weeks has been troublesome for me and not to mention, scorching HOT! Of course, we all know its summer and its meant to be hot.

But, don't you feel anxious about your skin? I do.

I've been worrying lately if I'm fully equipped for summer and that my skin doesn't wrinkle up or develop dark spots due to the constant exposure to the sun. It's one of my worst fears. I had a terrible experience back then. I had enjoyed the beach so much, the thought of protecting my skin slipped my mind. When classes started, my friends were shocked at my appearance. I was red and tanned so much, I resembled like a mahogany wood. Not to mention, the fact that I spent countless times trying to soothe my sunburns. UGH. NEVER again.

So, here are the things I learned (and a couple of tips I could give to you):

1.) Put on sunblock or sunscreen. Protecting your skin is a MUST during summer. Many people take that for granted. You should be aware that protecting your skin from the sun's ultraviolet rays is important so as not to develop skin cancer in the future.

Tip: Make sure the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is no lower than 30.

I suggest: Neutrogena's Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 55 or 70




2.) If in case you were in a hurry to go out and had forgotten to put on your sunscreen then I suggest bringing an umbrella. It provides enough cover for your skin against the heat of the sun. Ashamed? Then, how about trying on a wide brim hat? That way, you look effortlessly chic.

Tip: Try wearing hats of different colors. How about bright yellow? Or pink? Also, try adding a ribbon as an accessory. Not only are you protecting your face from the sun, you look fashionable at the same time.


3.) Wear sunglasses. Your face and your skin aren't the only ones that need to be protected, you should protect your eyes too. Too much sun exposure can cause the whites of your eyes to become slightly yellow. Plus, not only does it protect your eyes, it also protects the skin around your eyes too. We wouldn't want to have little wrinkles from the sun.

Tip: Look for lenses with UV400 sun protection on the label.

I suggest: Ray-Ban's wayfarer folding. Stylish and chic. (It's my current obsession. I'm actually saving money to buy one since I'm never a big fan of designer knockoffs)

Now, that we've got that covered up. Let's all enjoy our summer!

Well, as soon as summerclass is over.

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image sources: (neutrogena, nordstorm, Ray-Ban)

Labels: fashion, lists, summer, tips

posted at 10:11 PM

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1. Make sure you have a clear idea on what you want to buy. Unlike me, who usually tires herself out by transferring from one boutique to another because I can't decide on what to buy.

2. Decide on how much is your budget. Because if not, there maybe be a tendency for you to overspend.

3. Go shopping with friends. That way, your friends can help you pick out clothes that look good on you and those that don't. AND, they can definitely tell you what you should buy and NOT buy. Unlike me, who went shopping ALONE.

4. Be nice to the employees. And, they will be nice to you. So, TRUE. Because, rude customers get the crappiest assistance.

5. Be patient when waiting in line to get into a dressing room. Wait, calmly. DON'T stomp your foot. DON'T grumble or complain if the person before you takes a long time. DON'T EVER be little-miss-prissy-pants. EVER.

6. Be wary on how you look when wearing the clothes. It's important for you to buy clothes that make you feel comfortable, pretty and give you the utmost confidence.

7. Be patient also when waiting for the salesperson to come back from the storage room. While waiting, why not browse on other items? Who knows maybe you'll find a rare item that you hadn't noticed before.

And, LASTLY...

8. Smile and say 'Thank you' as the cashier hands you your purchase. Trust me, you probably brightened up their day.

Labels: lists, tips

posted at 12:51 PM

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