Summertime bliss – the perfect time to soak up some sun while enjoying outdoor activities by the water, gather with friends for a weekend barbecue, enjoy a long, leisurely bike ride for two, or embark on an adventure to somewhere new. Thomas and I have many summer plans already in place, hoping to harness in that fresh, new summertime feeling that somehow appears at the start of each season.

Along with the excitement of summer comes some not-so-pleasant intense heat that can leave you feeling drained, sticky, sunburnt and dehydrated. To help minimize these discomforts while making this summer as epic as possible, we’re devoting a whole week to Summer Beauty to help you look and feel your best all season long. We’ve gathered our favorite products, tips, and tricks to help get you summer-ready. From skincare and hairstyles to ways to incorporate pops of color into your summer look, Summer Beauty Week will be filled with ideas, solutions, and inspiration to help you look and feel glam all summer long.

We’ve slipped in a few special features including Beauty Daily Looks, where I’ll share my go-to supplies for a radiant summer glow and an exciting Summer Beauty Week Giveaway, where one lucky reader and two of her friends will win a Summer Beauty Basket filled to the brim with products featured throughout the week. To secure your entry for the giveaway, simply sign up for our suite of newsletters: GMG Series, New Post Update, Weekly Roundup, and Special Products and Sales. Stay tuned on Instagram as we announce more details on how you can increase your chances of winning.

Ok, as promised, here are the five reasons why you won’t want to miss Summer Beauty Week on Gal Meets Glam:
1) I’ll show you my go-to summer hair products and hairstyles. We’re talking beach waves, updo’s, added shine and more!
2) I’ll teach you how to achieve a natural summer glow without the sun. I’ve tested the best smear-free, smell-good faux tanning products for achieving a healthy all-over summertime glow from head to toe.
3) We’ll talk perfect summer skin-care. Get ready to hear all about the products and methods I use to protect my skin while maintaining the perfect amount of hydration. We’ll also be sharing the low-down on bug sprays that really work.
4) Get comfortable with adding a pop of color to your beauty routine. Summer is the time to experiment with bold new colors. Save the greys, blacks, and browns for winter. We’ll be bringing out beautiful, vibrant shades of yellow, pink and blue.
5) Learn How to Harness Humidity. Summer Beauty Week wouldn’t be complete without tackling one of the toughest summer beauty problems – humidity. Don’t let humidity ruin a perfectly styled hair-do! I’ll show you my top tips to keep my hair frizz-free and looking great on humid summer nights.

Join me for Gal Meets Glam Beauty Week, starting Monday, May 22nd! And make sure to sign up for the giveaway by signing up for our email newsletter.