SUMMER GLOW 101. (BY HELENA H. FROM MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY)

It’s already been said...2019 is a hot girl summer. The summer glow is very real. Skin care, hair care, and overall self-care has proven itself to be seasonal. Considering the change in the humidity and weather it makes sense! Here are some tips to help you master the summer glow…

Clay Masks

This is for all my oily skin mamas! In the summer, our skin produces more oil than it usually would because the air isn’t as dry as it is in the other seasons. Clay masks heal, detoxifies, and smooth out your skin. Sheet masks are great for moisturizing in the winter months. I, personally, recommend the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Mask! 

Protective Styles

The humidity is unpredictable. No one has time for a wash-n-go or twist-out to go wrong! Summer is the season for protective styles. I’m in love with the latest trend of feed-in braids. They are cute and conveniently keep your hair out of the way.

Get Some Sun

Don’t be afraid to get darker! Darker complexions hide imperfections in the skin. The darker the berry the sweeter the juice, as you have to know by now! With that being said, even if you have melanin in your skin, harsh UV rays can still cause damage. Authentic Shea Butter is a great alternative to sunscreen. Shop Martha Lorine Organics for ethically-sourced Shea Butters from Ghana!

These are just a few things you can do to enhance your summer glow! For more tips, and naturalista ish follow me on IG @helenaxhaile.

Helena is a rising senior Political Science major at Morgan State University. She is passionate about natural hair and her heritage. During her matriculation she founded a natural hair organization on campus, Afros of MSU, and actively serves the Baltimore community. Connect with her on Instagram @helenaxhaile, and email nerdynaturals@gmail.com if you're interested in contributing. #NerdyNaturals #staynatural