Summer glow products

Try this season's best facial skincare to achieve clear, glowing skin


APRIL 30, 2019 6:42 PM EDT

Calendula Serum Infused Water Cream

This season, we are all about glowing, youthful and healthy skin. Sadly, our skin is exposed to bacteria, harsh elements, and pollution on a daily basis. Dark spots, also known as hyperpigmentation or better known in Spanish as manchas, are a common problem for Latina women. Using products that gently exfoliates the dead skin and helps boost your radiance are key. This is why we’ve rounded up the best beauty goodies that give noticeable results and provide incredible radiance and luminosity.

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Kiehl’s Calendula Serum-Infused Water Cream, $48, kiehls.com

Infused with calendula serum this cream reduces redness, improves uneven skin tones,and promotes radiance. Its lightweight formula provides plenty of hydration and the ultimate smooth skin finish.

OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright Face Primer

OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright Face Primer, $36, sephora.com

Meet the ultimate glow-setter, the vitamin C-powered illuminating makeup primer that delivers instant radiance while improving and delivering a long-lasting finish. Whether you’re looking for full coverage or want to nail that no makeup-makeup look, this beauty buy is golden. It can be worn alone, under makeup or dabbed on top of makeup as a highlight. Talk about multipurpose!

Drunk Elephant C Firma Day Serum

DRUNK ELEPHANT C-Firma Vitamin C Day Serum, $80, drunkelephant.com

Get ready to be the queen of glow this season! This revolutionary serum is jam-packed with a potent antioxidant complex of l-ascorbic acid, ferulic acid and vitamin E, plus other formula-supportive enzymes and antioxidants. The vitamin C fights against pollution and environmental stressors while reducing the appearance of dark spots and wrinkles.

JOANNA VARGAS Vitamin C Face Wash

JOANNA VARGAS Vitamin C Face Wash, $40, shop.nordstrom.com

This hydrating face wash gently purifies and detoxifies skin for a smooth and luminous complexion; it is infused with hyaluronic acid, acai, goji berry and galactoarabinan. Hyaluronic hydrates the skin while the acai & goji berry revitalizes and balances the pigment and texture of the face. The magical ingredient galactoarabinan works faster than any lactic or glycolic acid, to brighten the skin and tighten pores for a flawless finish.

M61 Vitablast C Serum

M-61 Vitablast C Serum Pad, $38, bluemercury.com

Do you use radiance pads in your skincare routine? If not, please start and thank us later. These innovative super glow pads target dullness and create an instant radiant complex. These pads are perfect for those who have dull skin, loss of radiance and suffer from hyperpigmentation.

Amarte Aqua Cream

Amarte Aqua Cream, $93, amarteskincare.com

Prepare to be blown away by this cream. Its benefits are nearly instantaneous, yielding brightening, anti-aging and rejuvenating results. Feel free to use anytime on the face, neck and décolleté until absorbed. Since the retinol in this product helps diminish and smooth fine lines and wrinkles, it’s perfect for all skincare. Even small percentages of retinol can benefit your skin. Therefore, retinol serums greater than 0.01% are proven to be effective at improving multiple signs of aging, reducing pore size and overall improving the health of your skin.

Indie Lee Radiance Renewel Peel

Indie Lee Radiance Renewal Peel, $70, dermstore.com

Does your skin need a deep clean? This radiance peel from natural and clean beauty is an ideal choice to create a flawless finish. The alpha hydroxy acids and beta carotene contained in this exfoliant reduce visible signs of aging, free radical damage and dryness.