BEAUTY CHRONICLES

The Guide To (A Safe) Glow

By: Ama Kwarteng

Dull skin? I don’t know her.

With hot summer days comes a familiar beauty question: how to get glowing skin. The new season — and our new habits, environments, and routines — means your skin has to deal with saltwater, humidity, chlorine, and, of course, sun exposure. These elements can often cause a bevy of skin ailments to arise. Think dark spots, uneven texture, dehydration, and clogged pores, all of which leave a dull complexion in their wake. But worry not; there are ways to boost your skin’s natural glow. The answer lies in everyday maintenance — a thorough and proper routine that caters to your skin's needs.

Discovering the best routine for you can seem like a Sisyphean task, but you don’t need 11 steps to reach your skincare goals. That’s the ethos behind Facile Skin. From their Core Four set of daily skin essentials to their targeted, active ingredient serums, the brand is all about helping your create a streamlined, simple routine that actually works.

Facile Bare Necessity Gel Cleanser

CLEANSE THOROUGHLY

As the first step in a routine and arguably the most important, cleansing sets the stage for what’s to come by removing pore-clogging debris that can cause dullness. In warmer months, opt for a cleanser that dissolves oil and sweat without stripping skin dry.

CONSIDER A VITAMIN C SERUM

Not only does vitamin C fight off free radical damage and pollution that can cause fine lines and wrinkles, but it also helps slowly fade acne scars and dark spots while preventing new marks from forming in the first place.

Facile Destress Serum

Facile Dew You Hyaluronic Acid Serum

INCORPORATE A HYALURONIC ACID COMPONENT

Hyaluronic acid is an MVP skincare ingredient for a reason. When applied topically, it can attract and hold water, improving elasticity and increasing moisture levels. It also gives skin a plumping and hydrating effect.

USE A RADIANCE-BOOSTING SERUM

The best brightening serums are formulated with a blend of exfoliating and brightening ingredients. Chemical exfoliators (like azelaic acid) are excellent at removing dead skin cells to reveal a more even-toned complexion, while ingredients (like niacinamide and tranexamic acid) work to fade and prevent dark spots over time.

Facile Brighten Serum

Facile Barely There Lightweight Moisturizer

APPLY A SUPERCHARGED MOISTURIZER

The best way to achieve a glow is to keep your skin moisturized. Opt for a weightless cream to lock in moisture, smooth and soften skin, and leave it plump and supple without clogging pores.

DON’T FORGET LIP BALM

Along with smoothing the lips and giving them a healthy appearance, lip balms help create a barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss. Look for ingredients like peptides, vitamin E, and jojoba oil. Together, this combination softens and moisturizes while keeping flaky bits from forming on your lips.