GET SUMMER READY WITH GIGI
Summer is coming and we can’t wait to soak up the sun, fun and amazing energy that this season brings. But this isn’t your typical “beach body” article! At de la heart we’re all about self-love and self-care, and we can’t stress enough that every body is a beach body. These tips from our very own beauty boss, Gigi Vogel, will boost your glow, your energy and—most of all—your confidence. You’ve heard of the summer of love? Well consider this the summer of body love!
Say good-bye to winter flakes
Feeling good in your skin starts with treating it kindly—that means nothing that strips away skin’s natural moisture or irritates with harsh chemicals. When it comes to exfoliation, dry brushing is the way to go. It’s gentle, ideal for all skin types, and safe if you’re pregnant or nursing. Plus, it’s so easy to do. Just grab your Body Brush and move it over dry skin in gentle circular motions, working toward your heart. The friction it creates will slough away dull, dead skin and reveal glowing skin underneath. You can do the same ritual to exfoliate your face, but make sure to use a brush like our Facial Dry Brush—recommended by the beauty pros at Harper’s Bazaar—which has even softer bristles specifically for use on more delicate facial skin.
Detox & de-stress
No self-care session is complete without a lymphatic drainage massage using our signature Body Massage Tool, a must-have of celebs including Dua Lipa and Melissa Wood-Tepperberg. Inspired by the ancestral wellness tradition of Colombian maderoterapia (wood therapy), this tool lets you perform a daily detox ritual quickly and easily. Moving the tool over your body supports lymphatic flow, relieves tension and helps to reduce the look of fluid retention. A regular lymphatic drainage massage practice can also help release tension in your fascia (your body’s network of connective tissue), leading to smoother-looking skin. But we want to remind you that we all have cellulite, stretch marks and scars. As women, our bodies do SO much… this ritual is meant to celebrate the beauty and strength of your body!
Stay protected
Summer goes hand-in-hand with longer days and stronger UV rays. Make sure to apply your favorite SPF to your face and body every day—click here for some of Gigi’s picks. If you’re poolside or at the beach, aim to reapply every two hours for maximum protection. And for those times when you don’t have SPF handy (or the sun is intense and you need to double up on protection), reach for our Wide-Brim Visor. This water-resistant visor is a de la heart fan favorite for its ultra-wide 5-inch brim and super comfortable feel. Keep one in your beach bag and one in the car so you’re ready to stay protected all summer long!
Hydrate & glow
When it’s time to shed those winter layers and slip into something that shows a little more skin, nothing boosts your confidence like adding a little glow. For the ultimate glowing + hydrated skin ritual, start by dry brushing as described above, then hop in the shower to rinse away any flakes. When your skin is damp, apply our Organic Coconut Shea Body Butter. This formula is known as “food for your skin” for a reason! It’s packed with nourishing phytonutrients and hydrators… and the coconut scent transports you to beach escape even if you’re still at home. Breathe deeply and let it sink in for a moment, then layer on a Body Oil to seal in hydration and give your skin a luminous glow.
