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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Arkansas chapter.

 

It seems like it is nearly impossible to not look completely ratchet in the humidity and heat Mother Nature brings us during the summer months.  It can feel as if we are fighting the forces of nature to stay presentable while going from an outdoor concert to a party or from outdoor shopping to lunch.  Cosmetic brands are taking notice of the struggle and are FINALLY offering us quick-fix remedies for greasy hair and shiny skin.  The best thing about these products is they fit perfectly in your purse, so you can fool everyone into thinking you have it all together.

The Top Five 

  1. Not Your Mother’s Beach Babe Texturizing Spray
    Use this spray to turn your frizzy hair into beachy waves.
  2. Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray
    Spray before going out to avoid shiny skin and runny makeup all day long.
  3. Batiste Hint of Color Dry Shampoo
    This is available in hair colors to enhance sun-faded hair and absorb oil.
  4. Burt’s Bees Radiance SPF 7 Day Lotion
    Rub this on your legs and arms to stay moisturized and protected from the sun.
  5. Neutrogena Revitalizing Lip Balm SPF 20
    This lip balm comes in rosy shades to make your lips look and feel healthy.

Give these products a chance and you will stay fresh faced through out the day, even if you are anything but.   There is no longer any reason to avoid taking pictures while you are out in fear that they will end up on Facebook.  Maybe there is hope that we can actually look as pretty outdoors as those girls in the Victoria’s Secret swimsuit commercials.  Probably not, but you can’t blame a girl for trying.