6.05.2015

10 Summer Beauty Hacks

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Hey you! Happy weekend to us! Any exciting plans? If the weather cooperates I plan on being at the pool. Speaking of the pool, today I'm sharing 10 Summer Beauty Hacks that you will LOVE. Nine of these I came up with and all have been tested by me for years. Check out the video below to see them all!


  1. DIY Hair Treatment--1 part conditioner to 2 parts water in a spray bottle. Spray on hair to protect it from the sun, salt, sea, and chlorine.
  2. DIY Hair Detangler/Leave In Conditioner--Use the same recipe as above to keep hair post-pool and the beach tangle-free
  3. DIY Sunscreen Pads--Apply sunscreen to cotton pads. Keep them in a sealed bag in your bag for those times when you find yourself suddenly in the sun for long periods of time (car trips, flat tire, long lines).
  4. Tea Bags--Use the bag and/or black tea for sunburns
  5. Greek Yogurt--Excellent for sunburns if you find yourself without aloe!
  6. Wash & Reapply--If sunscreen breaks out your face, try my tried-and-true trick of washing your face midday (like after 2 or 3 hours, depending on if you're in the water) of wearing sunscreen. Reapply and you won't break out. I also suggest trying mineral sunscreen. I give recommendations in the video!
  7. Deodorant--Great for shaving knicks--just apply a little
  8. Baby Powder for Sand--I swear by this oldie-but-goodie tip to get rid of sandy feet/body
  9. Acne Pads--These soften feet. Instant pedi! Just add polish.
  10. Yogurt for Feet--The lactic acid softens feet. No tub? Just place each foot with yogurt into a plastic bag. I use a big ziploc!
What's your favorite summer beauty hack?

Extra Elle:
  • My #JALS goal for the month is to clean out the clutter, and I plan on doing just that! I'm cleaning the place from top to bottom so I can start the de-clutter process.
  • I've got lots of new products coming to you next week in a haul!
  • I'm kind of obsessed with the doll Barbie's Instagram. It's so cute.
  • Thanks for your sweet words on this post. Y'all are the best.

51 comments:

  1. MeganJune 5, 2015 at 7:58 AM

    These are great I've got to try the acne pads and Greek yogurt on my feet. That's my worst problem in the summer.

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  2. Laura BJune 5, 2015 at 8:07 AM

    Love all those tips you have for using yogurt! I had no idea!

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  3. cat eyes & skinny jeansJune 5, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    The DIY Sunscreen Pads are such an awesome idea!

    xx

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  4. Natalia | Look-A-PorterJune 5, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    So curious about yoghurt and pedi! Now here's a visual - me with my feet stuck in two plastic bags... Picture this because it's about to happen. :D

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  5. EmmylouJune 5, 2015 at 8:57 AM

    Awesome hacks, Elle! I esp love the deodorant idea of shaving knicks....who knew?

    PS And of course, that donut is just super fab!

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  6. LyndsayJune 5, 2015 at 9:04 AM

    I had absolutely no idea you could use greek yogurt to sooth a sunburn! And the sunscreen pads are such a clever idea. I've definitely ended up with awkward sunburns from long car trips a time or two. Those would have come in handy!

    prosecco in the park

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  7. JessicaJune 5, 2015 at 9:20 AM

    Awesome video, Elle! Loving that haul! Oh, I love that Barbie doll's instagram too! =)

    NEW POST on http://whattostyle.blogspot.com/

    xoxo,
    Jessica

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  8. MarieJune 5, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    Great hacks!! The baby powder is awesome! Have a great weekend.

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  9. Chrystin AponteJune 5, 2015 at 9:41 AM

    Almost all of these tips were news to me! I haven't heard of the majority of them! I know I'll be picking up some acne pads for my feet, and trying that tip about washing your face midday if I am using sunscreen and find myself outside all day. Thanks for sharing, Elle! These post is definitely getting pinned!

    Have a lovely weekend! xx

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  10. meandmr.comJune 5, 2015 at 9:43 AM

    These are awesome!!!! Thanks for sharing!
    Melanie @ meandmr.com

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  11. Jen McJune 5, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    Thanks for sharing these - fantastic, as always.
    HUGS!

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  12. SMD @ lifeaccordingtostephJune 5, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    I swear by the baby powder to get rid of sand, washing face midday (or even just rubbing down with wipes) and reapplying sunblock, and putting some conditioner into a spray bottle with water to de-tangle my hair after I've been in the ocean.

    Great list!!

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  13. DarcyJune 5, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    I have heard that greek yogurt can be used for sunburns! I'm intrigued haha!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  14. Kristen @ See You In A PorridgeJune 5, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    i love the barbie instagram as well! i am jealous of your pool plans. greek yoghurt for feet or burns? that is amazing. i'm trying that. and conditioner/water, why have i never thought of that?!

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  15. UnknownJune 5, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    These are fabulous tips. I love the idea of sunscreen on cotton pads!

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  16. Rebecca JoJune 5, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    I need to remember the baby powder thing. Sand is why I LOATHE the beach.

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  17. AnonymousJune 5, 2015 at 11:42 AM

    You ALWAYS have the best tips Elle!! Love the idea for sunscreen pads, so genius and we're for sure giving yogurt a go next time we have a burn! Thanks love

    xx 365Hangers

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  18. Rowena @ rolala lovesJune 5, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    These are awesome. I totally need to do the DIY sunscreen pads!

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  19. Kate at Green FashionistaJune 5, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    I never knew about greek yogurt for sunburns, genius! Great tips gurlie :)

    Happy Friday <3

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  20. Kerry @ Till Then Smile OftenJune 5, 2015 at 12:53 PM

    I love the hair treatment and detangler, I use that a lot in the summer. I will have to try the yogurt one, haven't heard that one before.

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  21. AnonymousJune 5, 2015 at 1:09 PM

    I love the hair treatment idea! I always think of your q-tip tips and totally use them in the summer to apply sunscreen to my part ;)

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  22. UnknownJune 5, 2015 at 1:36 PM

    I can't wait to see what you've got in your haul! I've been in MAJOR cleaning mode recently. I cleared out so much in my closet. Have a great weekend! :)

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  23. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style BlogJune 5, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    The sunscreen pads are a genius idea! I'll have to try the yogurt for feet! Another great one! That Barbie IG is such a fun account! Have a great weekend!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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  24. AiringMyLaundryJune 5, 2015 at 2:49 PM

    Thank you for this! Very helpful.

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  25. According to KikiJune 5, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    I watched your video as I got ready for work this morning, (as I do most mornings) midway through I had to stop and rewind. Wahhh Greek Yogurt for sun burn?! My pale red headed self needs all the sun burn tips she can get. Also love the bit about putting SPF mineral makeup on your part. Freaking genius!

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  26. AnonymousJune 5, 2015 at 3:32 PM

    Great tip of using natural ingredient for sun burn to give a cooling effect. Super! Love your blog and if you fancy a read, check onto my blog https://lifestylebites3.wordpress.com

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  27. RachJune 5, 2015 at 3:40 PM

    I just heard about the baby powder for sand thing last month! I meant to try it the last time we were at the beach and I totally forgot. Good to hear that it really does work. I'm excited to try it!

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  28. Caroline @ In Due TimeJune 5, 2015 at 4:57 PM

    Baby powers for sand - who knew?! Thanks for sharing!

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  29. NadineJune 5, 2015 at 5:01 PM

    Tea for sunburns?? I have never heard of that but such a cool idea. Also, I can use all the detangler I can get! It is a serious issue for me!! Have a great weekend!

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  30. VanessaJune 5, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    Love this hacks. ^^
    Have a nice weekend...

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  31. Becky MJune 5, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    That DIY hair treatment sounds like it works and so easy!!

    www.madeintheshadeblog.com

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  32. kristenJune 6, 2015 at 12:13 AM

    That chocolate donut float is perfect!! I LOVE it! LOL that you’re hitting up all of the aquatic places! Elle, you are so hilarious. You look beautiful! Your hair is out of control fabulous! Anywho, love the collapsable spray bottle; that would be perfect for a pool/beach/river bag. Love the conditioner/water spritzer! I rinsed my hair and then combed Bumble and bumble Creme de Coco deep conditioning mask through it before I went to the pool on Memorial Day. I’ve never done that before and it REALLY made a difference! Love the idea of mixing it up in advance and having it with you. You are such a DIY genius! The sunscreen pads! Brilliant! And girl, oh lord yes I ALWAYS burn my hair line and part! The wort part is when it peels and gets stuck in your hair. Like giant dandruff from MARS. Fab! ;) I loved all of your hacks! The black tea hack - wish I’d heard that before we went on vacation last time! We got fried on a cloudy day and aloe wasn’t cutting the mustard. The tea treatment sounds like such a great idea and so soothing. Thank you so much for all of these AMAZING hacks, ladybug!

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  33. UnknownJune 6, 2015 at 8:45 AM

    I tried the tea bags for sunburns before because I got a bad sunburn 2 days before my wedding so I was desperate lol!!

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  34. UnknownJune 6, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    I love a nice DIY recipe and also, I thank you for the yogurt tip. Due to not being used to walk in the sun, I burnt my feet horribly (forgot to spread sunscreen on them :( and now I have stains for a long time (my pictures show the difference between leg color and feet :( If I had just put yogurt on them, at the time! Now I will have the stain for ages! Maybe the stains would stay anyway, but I remember that the pain at the time was bad!
    DenisesPlanet.com

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  35. emilymaikoJune 6, 2015 at 1:37 PM

    Definitely will have to try some of those DIYs!
    http://emilymaiko.blogspot.com/

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  36. JillianJune 6, 2015 at 3:27 PM

    great sunburn tips! i hope i dont have to use them this summer... xo jillian - cornflake dreams

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  37. FASHION TALESJune 6, 2015 at 9:16 PM

    Great hacks. Will have to try a couple of these. <3
    Clever Crafting & Handmade Potpourri

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  38. Midnight CowgirlJune 6, 2015 at 10:14 PM

    I need to remember to use Greek yogurt for sunburns!

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  39. JuneJune 7, 2015 at 5:01 PM

    Amazing tips Elle! Thanks for sharing
    xx
    www.JuneWantsItAll.com

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  40. Tina BradleyJune 7, 2015 at 8:06 PM

    Love hearing about the sunburn remedies! Tis the season! :) T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com

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  41. Connie BeaJune 7, 2015 at 8:07 PM

    I absolutely love all the tips with yogurt. I always have plain Greek yogurt in my fridge and always wonder what I can do with it as far as beauty hacks go.

    Connie | Sponsored by Coffee | Bloglovin’

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  42. UnknownJune 8, 2015 at 2:41 AM

    very cool tipps. I knew a few but most of them are very new to me so I have to try

    www.thefashionfraction.com

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  43. TheChambrayBunny.comJune 8, 2015 at 9:36 AM

    I love all of these ideas!! Great tips!! <3
    xoxo,
    Amanda | www.TheChambrayBunny.com

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  44. Tanya DufourJune 8, 2015 at 12:31 PM

    Oh man do I need to soften my feet after all the wedges I've been wearing lately!

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  45. Shea LennonJune 8, 2015 at 3:43 PM

    I need to try that DIY hair treatment/leave in conditioner, especially now that my hair is getting longer. And the sunscreen pads idea is GENIUS. Definitely doing that for both me and Jona!

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  46. Jessica Doll @ Team WikingJune 9, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    Wow, these are great tips! I especially love the sunscreen pads, I would have never thought to do that.

    jessica / www.teamwiking.com

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  47. willsingformakeupJune 9, 2015 at 4:58 PM

    Love this tips! I have used conditioner to protect my hair from chlorine before. It works really well!

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  48. NinaJune 10, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    Oh those are some awesome tips Elle pretty much all of them I haven't heard before so they will be great to try this summer. I need to try the feet one soon because it's sandal season and the sunscreen pads are such a great diy!

    Nina
    http://curvymod.blogspot.com/

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  49. P!nkyJune 11, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    I had no idea about deodorant and nicks, thanks lady!

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  50. 50PeachJune 11, 2015 at 9:21 AM

    Love the DIY leave in conditioner and detangler. My hair is the WORST after the pool. Hope you're well, friend. xox

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  51. Kay R.June 11, 2015 at 11:14 PM

    wow I didn't know these. That deodorant one is a winner!!

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