Post-Summer Skincare Savior: L'Oréal Paris Bright Reveal

As the lazy days of summer give way to the cool, crisp air of autumn, it's time to shift our focus from sun-kissed beach days to post-summer skincare.

While summer memories linger on, so do some not-so-welcome reminders of those days in the sun – pesky dark spots and uneven skin tone. But don't fret! With the right skincare regimen, you can reclaim your skin's natural radiance and wave goodbye to those stubborn dark spots.

Enter two new products from L'Oréal Paris Bright Reveal, an already powerhouse lineup of products. L'Oréal Paris has long been a trusted name in skincare, and their Bright Reveal range is no exception. These innovative products are designed to combat dark spots and uneven skin tone, leaving you with brighter, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin.

The new products include:

Bright Reveal 12% [Niacinamide + Amino Sulfonic + Ferulic Acid] Dark Spot Serum - This new serum is proven to visibly fade all dark spots, post acne, and sunspots in just 12 weeks! It is designed to attack the dark spot process from all angles with 7% Niacinamide to fight discoloration, 5% Amino-Sulfonic to gently exfoliate, and Ferulic Acid to boost antioxidant protection. I really like that it was tested on all skin tones, and it’s even suitable for sensitive skin. I can’t wait to put it to the test on my post-summer skin!

Bright Reveal Broad Spectrum SPF 50 + Antioxidants UV-Lotion - This sunscreen lotion is formulated with the most advanced UVA and UVB filters. In addition to that, it includes Antioxidants Vitamin C & E to prevent and visibly reduce key signs of aging such as wrinkles, dark spots and dull skin. I already tried this and it’s a win! This liquid sunscreen is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin. It does not feel like I am wearing sunscreen leaving no white cast behind. It seamlessly layers under makeup.

Buy now at Ulta and Walmart.

Sneak Preview: Ulta 21 Days of Beauty Fall 2023 Beauty Steals

It's that time of year again...Ulta Beauty's Fall 21 Days of Beauty is around the corner!

Ahead of the event, I have a sneak preview of all of the fall 2023 ‘21 Days of Beauty’ beauty steals. Bookmark these deals, add to your calendar and start planning NOW!

WEEK ONE
Sunday, August 27

• 50% Off MAC Satin, Amplified, Cream Sheen, Matte, Lustreglass & Frost Lipsticks

• 50% Off Select Lancome Concealers & Foundations

• 50% Off Beauty Blender Pro

Monday, August 28

• 50% Off Select Nudestix Luminous, Matte Magnetic Eye Color

• 50% Off FAB Pure Skin Face Cleanser

• 50% Off Elemis Pro Collagen Night Cream

Tuesday, August 29

• 50% Off Prestige Lashes & Lash Kits

• 50% Off Bare Minerals Prime Time Primer

• 50% Off Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Day Dots

Wednesday, August 30

• 50% Off Stila Stay All Day Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner

• 50% Off Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Waterproof, Smudgeproof Brow Pomade & 7B Angled Brush

• 50% Off Beekman 1802 Midnight Milk Better Aging Sleep Mask

Thursday, August 31

• 50% Off Smashbox X BECCA Under Eye Brightening Corrector

• 50% Off Tarte Maneater Blush & Glow Cheek Plump

• 50% Off All Juvia’s Place Lip Products

Friday, September 1

• 50% Off Lancome Monsieur Big Mascara

• 50% Off OSEA Undaria Algae Body Butter

• 50% Off Clarins Total Eye Lift Firming & Smoothing Eye Cream

Saturday, September 2

• 50% Off Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Pencil Waterproof Eyebrow Definer

• 50% Off Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter

• 50% Off YSL Mon Paris EDP 1.0oz.

WEEK TWO
Sunday, September 3

• 50% Off Too Faced Born This Way Super Coverage Multi-Use Sculpting Concealer

• 50% Off Urban Decay Cosmetics All Nighter Waterproof Setting Powder

• 50% Off Dermalogica Super Rich Repair Moisturizer

Monday, September 4

• 50% Off Grande Cosmetics GrandeBROW 2-in-1 Tinted Brow Gel + Brow Enhancing Serum

• 50% Off Fresh Black Tea Age-Delay Eye Concentrate

• 50% Off R.E.M. Beauty Midnight Shadows Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow

Tuesday, September 5

• 50% Off CosRx Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream

• 50% Off Peach & Lily Wild Dew Treatment Essence

• 50% Off All Pur Primers

Wednesday, September 6

• 50% Off Shieseido Essential Energy Hydrating Cream

• 50% Off Smashbox X BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter

• 50% Off Live Tinted Superhue Brightening Eye Cream & Hyperpigmentation Serum Stick

Thursday, September 7

• 50% Off Select Philosophy Fragrance 1.0oz.

• 50% Off Clarins Double Serum Eye Firming & Hydrating Concentrate

• 50% Off Buxom Power Line Plumping Liner

Friday, September 8

• 50% Off Estee Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+ Creme

• 50% Off Clinique Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF15 Foundation

• 50% Off Peter Thomas Roth FirmX Peeling Gel & Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Rich Barrier Moisturizer

Saturday, September 9

• 50% Off IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation + Glow Serum with SPF 40

• 50% Off IT Brushes For Ulta All Sets

WEEK THREE
Sunday, September 10

• 50% Off Urban Decay Hydromaniac Tinted Moisturizer

• 50% Off Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Definer 3-in-1 Triangle Tip Precision Eyebrow Pencil

• 50% Off Too Faced Born This Way The Natural Nudes Eye Shadow Palette

Monday, September 11

• 50% Off IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Serums

• 50% Off Kopari Ultra Restore Body Butter

• 50% Off KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Vegan Transfer-Proof Liquid Lipstick

Tuesday, September 12

• 50% Off Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

• 50% Off Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask

• 50% Off Jaclyn Cosmetics Pout Drip Hydrating Lip Oil

Wednesday, September 13

• 50% Off Origins Ginzing Vitamin C & Niacinamide Eye Cream to Brighten and Depuff

• 50% Off Select St. Tropez Bronzing Mousses

• 50% Off PMD Personal Microderm Pro Microdermabrasion Tool

Thursday, September 14

• 50% Off Smashbox Halo Collection

• 50% Off Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover

• 50% Off Tula Filter Primer Blurring & Moisturizing Primer

Friday, September 15

• 50% Off Benefit Cosmetics BADGal Bang! Volumizing Mascara

• 50% Off Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner

Saturday, September 16

• 50% Off Kylie Cosmetics Matte Lip Kits

• 50% Off MAC Cosmetics Blush

Must Have Medical Grade Sunscreen That Works

Finding the right sunscreen to work for my skin not only for the summer but year round has been a challenge. I am picky when it comes to the sunscreen that I wear.

When it comes to sunscreen, I demand sun protection, prefer mineral based sunscreen, and do not want a sunscreen that will interfere with my makeup. I also don’t want a sunscreen that irritates my skin. That is of very high importance to me. Not a very tall order.

I am a big fan of medical grade skincare so it should be no surprise that I am a big fan of medical-grade sunscreen. This year, I found the perfect medical-grade sunscreen combination that works for me and my skin. And when I say combo, I mean that in the best way possible.

You see, when I am going for a very natural or everyday no-makeup makeup look, I use Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36. It is a lightweight, all-mineral sunscreen that provides broad-spectrum protection. It hydrates and protects skin from harmful UVA/ UVB rays while providing a soft, glow.

When I have been outdoors this summer, I combine Alastin HydraTint with Alastin SilkSHIELD All Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. This combo has worked for me all day at the pool and beach, no matter how long I have stayed in the sun. I do wear a big beach hat and sunglasses and stay under an umbrella as much as possible; as long as I am not washing it off in the pool or ocean, this combination protects my skin all day.

Alastin SilkSHIELD All Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 is made with Alastin’s proprietary Tri-Hex technology. With powerful yet gentle protection, this transparent sunscreens peptide blend provides anti-aging benefits long after sunset.

I am thrilled that I found this combination. I pump two pumps of the HydraTint and dollop about the size of a nickel of the SilkSHIELD into the palm of my hand and blend them together. The combination of the two sunscreens is very light and silky. I apply this combination all over my face, neck, and decollete. As I said above, as long as I am not going into the water or washing this combination off, this lasts for me and protects my skin from the sun all day long.