Every Summer Beauty Issue, Solved

Warmer temperatures

mean you can get back to a more active outdoor lifestyle and break out a new wardrobe, too (hello swimsuits and strappy sandals!). But, unfortunately, a whole new set of beauty issues comes with the territory. From painful sunburn to frizzy hair to makeup melting off your face, Yahoo Shine enlisted a team of experts to help solve — and maybe even prevent — every cosmetic problem you'll encounter all summer long.

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Fading hair color
"Products that have SPF and UV protection are always great to use during the summer months,” says Marc Mena, a celebrity stylist at Warren Tricomi salon in New York. "Another great tip is to wear your hair in the opposite direction that you usually do. If you always wear your hair in a low ponytail, try wearing a top bun at the top of your head so different parts of your hair are exposed.” Mena also suggests wearing hats in the sun to block exposure. You can also try Keratin Complex Color Therapy’s conditioning color products ($21-$41), which are designed to prevent fading. According to Deborah Gavin, the brand’s international creative director, "the keratin in the color evens out the color uptake so that there are no off tones and hair condition is restored."

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Dry, frizzy hair
“Frizz is mostly caused by a lack of moisture,” says Mena, who adds that weekly at-home conditioning treatments can rehydrate hair. Try Fekkai Reparatives Intensive Fortifying Masque ($25). If you have severely frizzy hair, you may want to try a more intense conditioning treatment at a salon once a month during the summer. You can also look for anti-frizz serums and creams designed specifically for your hair type.

Chlorine in your hair
"Spray a leave-in conditioner before getting into chlorinated water,” advises Mena. “When the chlorine hits your hair, it hits the conditioner first, and this will help protect hair.” L'Oreal Paris EverCreme Nourishing Leave-In Spray ($8.99) is a nice, affordable option. Gavin says you can also try rinsing your hair in the shower before getting in the pool. “It will fill the cuticle with water that does not have high amounts of chlorine,” which helps prevent hair from absorbing the chemicals in pool water.

Heavy-feeling face moisturizer
MAC Cosmetics director of makeup artistry Romero Jennings says the new hot technology in the beauty world right now is softening lotion, which looks and feels slightly like jelly. "Some people will say they get really sweaty and don’t want to use a moisturizer, so this is a good substitute since it plumps the dry surfaces and gives a smooth finish.” Try one such as MAC Lightful Softening Lotion ($32): Just apply a small amount to a cotton pad and wipe down your face to prep and hydrate your skin.

Melting makeup
Jennings says the biggest mistake is using your fingertips to apply makeup, especially after a shower, because your warm skin will melt the products you’re using. He’s obsessed with M∙A∙C's Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone ($21), which acts as a liquid powder and leaves a matte finish. “Tap it all over the face with a fat, fluffy brush beforehand or you can even touch up over your makeup," says Jennings. It dries in one minute and doesn't build up so you can keep applying all day long. He suggests keeping blotting papers in your pocket for a discreet quick fix or dabbing your face with a tissue before reapplying makeup. Keep an eye out for any long-wearing products, too.

Chipping nails
New studies are linking long-wearing gel manicures (which use UV lamps) to skin cancer, which have many women going back to old-fashioned manicures. The problem: Regular polish chips more in the summer. “Your nails are like sponges and they expand and contract when you’re exposed to water,” says Elle, color curator for beauty brand Dermelect and manicurist to celebs including Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lopez, and Kate Bosworth. With this shape-shifting, polish can crack. She suggests prepping your nails with Dermelect Immaculate Nail Cleanse Prep ($14), which uses keratin protein to help the enamel stick to the nail and be more flexible. “Always wrap the tip of your nails [by extending the base coat, color, and top coat over the edge] so they can handle more wear and tear, and use cuticle oil to keep nails flexible and supple underneath.”

Yellow nails
“Nails turn yellow when the chemicals in certain polishes react to things like chlorine and even some sunscreens,” says Elle. “Always use a base coat and a UV topcoat in the summer — Orly makes a good one. And make sure sheer colors are 3-Free [lacking dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde, and toluene] in the summer since they won’t contain yellowing chemicals.” Zoya’s pretty pastel shades ($9) are known for being long-lasting and free of chemicals.

Underarm razor burn
Dermatologist and Dove deodorant spokesperson Ellen Marmur, MD says the best way to avoid bumps and irritation in this frequently shaved area is to always use a good, clean razor along with a shave gel or moisturizing body wash. “The hair in this area grows in a swirl pattern, so it’s best if you shave using an ‘X’ pattern." She suggests using a moisturizing deodorant such as Dove Advanced Care with NutriumMoisture ($4.88) to keep your underarm area hydrated and soft.

Sunburn
First thing's first, insists Marmur: You simply must wear sunscreen every single day. The ideal formula has an SPF between 30 and 50 and offers broad-spectrum protection from both UVA and UVB rays. "Sunburns increase your risk of melanoma, so prevent them," says Marmur. For those long active summer days, try Coppertone Clearly Sheer For Beach & Pool SPF 50 ($9.49). But if you do end up with a burn, "apply cortisone cream, take an aspirin, apply cool towels or compresses, and moisturize," advises Marmur. "The peeling is from significant solar damage to the surface skin. Treat it with gentle moisturizers and never ever pick." A new study of nearly 30,000 women by researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden found that a vitamin D deficiency (caused by staying out of the sun) is actually linked to an increased risk of skin melanomas. "The sun isn’t the only source of Vitamin D, which can be found in food like fish and eggs, as well as nutritional supplements," adds Marmur. So feel free to keep covered up when out in the strong summer sun.

Armpit stains
Breezy white T-shirts that reflect the sun are a summer go-to, but many deodorants cause an embarrassing yellowing in the armpits. To fight off the yellow, try Deo-Go ($12.49), which eliminates stains and product buildup. Just spray it on your shirt, scrub it, and toss it in the wash, and all your favorite tops will be good as new.

Excessive sweating
“If you’re an excessive sweater, don’t be afraid to bare your arms with confidence,” says Marmur. “Going sleeveless provides air circulation that helps cool the body.” When you're feeling extra sweaty, head to the bathroom for a wipe-down with Ban’s new Total Refresh Body Cloths ($2.97). They remove dirt, odor, and sweat, leaving behind a powdery — but not sticky — finish. They’re so popular they’re selling out at many mass retailers and have been popping up on eBay, so we advise stocking up — quickly!

Ingrown hair
“Impurities in the underarm area can cause folliculitis (otherwise known as ingrown hairs), and exfoliation and cleansing can help to relieve this,” says Marmur. She suggests using an exfoliating scrub or wipes to cleanse the area and draw out these impurities. For a no-fail shave, try a product from the guys' department such as Kiehl’s Razor Bump Relief ($27.50), which preps the skin by lightly exfoliating and reducing irritation.

Blisters on your feet
If you're getting blisters, your shoes don't fit properly, according to Marmur. "Avoid discomfort and add a thin layer between your skin and the shoe with an adhesive bandage or moleskin," she advises. Band-Aid Advanced Healing Blister Cushions ($4.49) will protect wounds while they heal and can stay on for several days.

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