Eat Well. Smell Amazing. Love Your Skin.
Having the Best (and Cleanest) Summer Skin Ever
Summer sun is a blessing, but your skin needs extra love to stay protected and keep that glow going strong - this season and all the ones to come.
We usually talk about what goes in your body, but today we're dishing on skin food - what goes on it. Because your skin drinks it all in, and what you apply matters just as much as what you eat.
So read on, friends. We hope these tips serve you well - and that our little corner of natural bodycare plays a part in making this your most radiant summer yet.
Tip #1: Spend More Time Outside Than Inside
Mother Nature is still undefeated. Go hiking. Float on the lake. Garden barefoot. Read under a tree. Watch a sunset instead of another episode.
A word on SPF: We know the mainstream mantra. But we'd gently suggest asking why everyone's telling you to slather it on. Your skin is designed to thrive with sunlight - it's how you absorb vitamin D, regulate circadian rhythms, and support natural healing. Constant blocking with a chemical soup can actually suppress that process. So yes, get sun on your skin. Let it breathe. Absorb those vital rays daily.
That said, use common sense. Don't fry. Don't fall asleep in direct noon heat. Be smart.
If you're stuck indoors at a computer most days (we feel you), build micro-moments of outdoor sun exposure into your routine: a midday block walk, 100 vertical bunny hops, 10 pushups each hour or two, whatever gets your blood moving and your body in the sun.
Best part? Nature lowers stress without sending you a bill. Fresh air and sunlight are free. Soak them up while you can.
Tip #2: Summer Means More Showers - Don't Strip Your Skin Barrier with Schwaggy Soap
More summer = more showers. But if your skin feels squeaky clean afterward (especially your face), that's a red flag. That tight, dry feeling? It ain't right. And if you need moisturizer immediately, that's not clean - that's stripped.
Ditch the harsh cleansers. Reach for an all-natural bar soap that actually respects your skin.
Enter our artisan handcrafted Giddy Yo Bar Soaps - made to cleanse without overdoing it. Rich oils. Just enough lather. Subtle natural scents, perfect for the men and women.
We've got a lineup of favourites - freshy fresh lemon, coffee and pine, lavender and bergamot, and more. Something for every mood and every rinse.
Tip #3: If You're Gonna Sweat... At Least Smell Amazing!
Summer = sweaty. And while we're all for moving yo bod, don't be the reason people hold their breath - be the reason they lean in asking, "Wow, what smells so good?"
Enter Routine Natural Deodorant (and a handful of other Routine goods). If you've never tried it, prepare to become that person - the one who won't stop talking about their deodorant.
Routine is Canadian, clean, and made with natural ingredients that actually work. The scents are incredible - never fake, never overpowering. Just beautiful, effective natural deod that lasts. And a mere dab will do.
People will notice. I can't count how many times strangers have stopped me mid-grocery run to ask what I'm wearing.
GY Pro Tip: 'The Curator' and 'Superstar' are our top picks for serious stank prevention. And 'Sexy Sadie'? That one turns heads (in the best way). We offer this scent in more than deodorant - body lotion and Body/Atmosphere mists too. It's a daily ritual - we love it that much.
Tip #4: Feed Your Skin
You feed your body good food. Why not your skin?
Giddy Yo Love Butter has become one of those products people buy then wonder how they ever lived without it.
Dry elbows? Rough heels? Garden hands? Split ends? Love Butter.
Toxin-free low SPF? Love Butter.
Maybe you got a bit too much sun? Love Butter for speed healing.
We keep a jar in the shower. We keep a jar in our purse (great lip balm). We keep a jar in the beach bag. And a jar by the bed…it's multi-purpose baby!
GY Pro Tip: See that jar in the shower? Here's the move - towel off just enough to leave your skin moist, then smooth it on from neck to toes. Your skin will feel so soft, so supple, not oily, you'll swear it's been rewound 20 years.
Tip #5: Don't skip or skimp on Tallow
We know. "Tallow" doesn't exactly sound glamorous.
Neither does sourdough starter. Or bone broth. Until you try them.
LUMI Apothecary Tallow is locally made and has quietly become one of our favourite skincare discoveries - face cream, honey cleansers, and non-addictive lip balms that actually work. They're beautifully simple, made with only supreme-quality ingredients.
Not all tallow is created equal, so we encourage you to read the description on our website to learn what sets LUMI apart. Rich in skin-loving fats and herbals, it deeply nourishes without a laundry list of questionable ingredients. Just pure, effective skincare.
Tip #6: Build a Summer Bag You'll Actually Love:
- A beautiful bar of Giddy Yo Soap as a perfect way to start and end your active day.
- Routine Natural Deodorant, hair and body mist & toothpaste that actually keeps up with your adventures.
- Love Butter for dry hands, sandy feet, sun-kissed skin, and other adventures. Great for the kids too!
- Lumi Apothecary Tallow for those extra thirsty spots that need a little more love.
Live well. Eat clean, locally made dark chocolate.
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