Summer Skin Secrets Straight from My Vanity
Summer skincare is not about piling on more products, it’s about choosing the right ones. Summer is when our skin shows up and shows off, but only if we treat it right. My summer skincare lineup leans into hydration, glow, and protection, without the fuss. I’ve always believed in the “less is more” and “old is gold” philosophies but it better work (if you’ve been in my chair, you know). That belief only gets stronger when the temperature rises. Think: minimal routine, maximum results.
If you know me, you know that great skin is the foundation of everything. Whether you're going bare-faced in the sun or just want your brows to pop with less makeup. Summer is not the time to overload your skin; it’s the season to be intentional and intuitive.
Here’s how I keep my skin protected, nourished, and camera-ready all summer long:
Cleanse Gently, Consistently
Sweat, sunscreen, and city pollution? Summer demands a consistent cleansing routine, but not a harsh one. Stripping your skin can cause breakouts and redness.
First up, I start with a nice gentle cleansing using, Cleanse + Clarify Emulsion . This cleanser is soft but effective. It lifts off the grime of the day and helps prevent congestion, especially when layering SPF and sweating more. Use it morning and night, double cleanse if you’re wearing heavy sunscreen or makeup.
Umbreen’s Tip
Don’t skip cleansing even if you’ve been inside all day, your skin still collects debris and oil.
Hydrate & Soothe
Without Suffocating
Pure Hyaluronic Serum
Summer hydration is all about that breathable, bouncy finish. You want moisture without the weight. The goal is to Gently Brighten and Revitalize. Summer isn’t the time to bombard your skin with harsh actives. But it is a great time to boost brightness and even out your skin tone using gentle, skin-loving ingredients.
First up: Pure Hyaluronic Serum This always goes on first after a nice refreshing cleanse and before I apply my moisturizers. Think of it as your hydration primer. I swear by this product and use it every single day. It gives your skin a drink of water that helps everything you apply afterward to work harder and absorb better. I use it generously all over, morning and night. When you use it for the first time yourself, watch as it instantly goes into the deepest layer of your skin and smooths out every fine line, nourishing your skin. I get excited to use it every time I wash my face.
Next, my triple action moisture arsenal: Call me crazy but I mix a custom blend of all three Wink Brow Bar moisturizers into one powerhouse application. Yes, HydraDepth Renewal Cream, WinkBoost Vitamin Charge Cream, and Zen Cream, all together, in the palm of my hand.
Each one brings something essential to the table. The HydraDepth Renewal Cream gives me long-lasting, breathable hydration that keeps my skin plump all day. The WinkBoost Vitamin Charge Cream is loaded with brightening and energizing vitamins that wake up tired, sun-drenched skin and give it a healthy, radiant glow. Packed with a cocktail of vitamins (especially C and E), this energizing cream helps fight off dullness and early signs of sun damage, helping you achieve that soft radiant finish. And the Zen Cream soothes and calms inflammation, making sure that my skin barrier stays strong even when I’ve been in the heat or traveling.
When I blend them together, I’m essentially creating a customized, summer-ready moisturizer that hydrates, brightens, and balances in one go. It’s like skincare synergy, each formula boosts the other. I apply the mix all over my face and neck in a thin, even layer.
Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray
I keep a mini bottle in my bag, always. It calms heat-stressed skin, and if you’ve had too much sun, it’s a lifesaver. Mist it pre- or post-makeup, during travel, or when your skin just needs a moment.
Umbreen’s Tip
Store in the fridge for a cooling treat after being outside.
Care for the Eye Zone
I know people are reluctant to apply anything except their eye cream and makeup to their Eye Zone, but that’s where your favorite Eye Zone expert comes in to hold your hand and help walk you through this next step. Your Eye Zone (aka brows, lashes, and under-eyes) needs just as much attention as the rest of your skin, especially in the summer when you might be skipping eye makeup.
My Flash Eye Lift Serum is one many of my clients swear by. This fast-absorbing serum firms, de-puffs, and hydrates. It’s my best-kept secret after late nights or long flights. Dark circles? Fine lines? Yea, I don’t know them. I apply this serum on my Eye Zone after my moisturizers, and just before my final layer of SPF.
Umbreen’s Tip
Apply to any fine lines you may have on your face, like marionette lines
Brow + Lash Nourishing Fortifier + Keratin
Sun, saltwater, and sweat can dry out your brows and lashes. This fortifier restores moisture, conditions, and strengthens hair follicles. Use it daily (I apply it at night) to keep your brows lush and your lashes flutter-worthy. My daughter can attest to this one - she loves to snag mine from my vanity after I’ve finished my skincare routine.
Shield with SPF + Antioxidants
La Roche-Posay Anthelios
Melt-in Milk SPF 100
You can’t talk summer skincare without talking about protection. Yes, my moisturizers do come equipped with some UV protection but there’s never a reason to not have some extra skin protection. UV exposure is the #1 cause of premature aging and pigmentation, and I promise you, SPF is your best friend in the long run.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-in Milk SPF 100
This is my daily go-to. It's broad-spectrum, lightweight, and blends into skin beautifully. No white cast, no stickiness, and it layers like a dream under makeup.
Final Thoughts
Summer skin is about working with your environment, not against it. Protect. Hydrate. Brighten. And don’t underestimate the power of simple, effective care.
Wink products were designed to make beauty effortless and essential, so whether you're headed to the beach or the boardroom, your skin (and brows) will be ready.
Here’s to glowing skin, strong brows, and a summer that lets your natural beauty take center stage.
What’s your go-to summer skin hero?
