My Poolside Essentials

Poolside Essentials

Even though I still have yet to find my way to the beach, I have managed to hangout poolside. And while I’m not all that big on swimming, I could soak up the sun all day long.

With SPF, of course.

Plus a few other things…

I don’t really have a ton of poolside essentials. I am more than content with just a few necessities.

Thanks to this thing called melanin that I was blessed with, the sun doesn’t bother me all that much, but I’ve heard horror stories involving boils and second degree burns on darker women of color. I would much rather be safe than sorry, so sunblock is a MUST.

You know that feeling when you walk inside, after having been in the bright sun, and you can’t see anything because your eyes need to adjust? I hate that. So, I try to minimize it by wearing sunglasses or putting a hat over my face.

Staying hydrated is crucial. I drink more water than I normally would. I also make sure to pack my travel size evian Facial Spray in my beach bag. It’s great for the pool because it also removes harsh chemicals, like chlorine, that can do some serious damage to you face.

And, just in case I end up looking for something to do other than Instagram or listen to music, I will almost always carry a magazine or book to read.

What are your summer must haves?

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My Take on evian Facial Spray

I’ve been hearing a lot about facial sprays lately, so I thought I’d throw in my two cents.

Some want to know if they are worth it and others question which sprays to consider. I’ve tried a few, and think they are worth it for sure.

Lately, I’ve been using evian Facial Spray. I really like that it leaves me feeling refreshed and clean, without a bunch of random ingredients.
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IMG_1995Another reason I like evian Facial Spray is I can use it to set my makeup. It not only gives my skin a dewy look, but also helps my look to last. And if I need to freshen up a bit, instead of sifting through my handbag for everything to reapply, I can just give myself a quick spritz.

Trying to find a way to blend your makeup better? Spray your makeup sponge, then blend. You’ll look #flawless! (Because without the hashtag it’s a totally different word.)

Want to intensify your makeup and make it really pop?

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These swatches of blush are the same color. The only difference is for the top swatch, I sprayed my makeup brush with evian Facial Spray before applying. Such a drastic difference! Can we please just take a moment to admire the boldness?

xx Bet

 

 

 

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