We all need extras, even in recessive times. Summer allowS us to have a hint of color without obsessing over the meltdown. A splash on the eyes and nails are enough to get through the hottest days without breaking a sweat.

Nails

Lavender or lilac are great for June-August tips when beige is, well… beige. My go-to has been Chanel Purple Ray, which adds a bit of color but not so much that excessive hand washing-induced chips are noticeable.

Eyes

I’m taking my lash lines light blue like how I like my Summer skies for 2022. For me, Celeste by Gucci Beaute is not a blaring white but still helps cancel attention to dark circles from late night research (on papers or dining).

Skin

Refresh with watermelon to stay cool and get a dose of lycopene and Vitamin A . A mist of Watermelon Glow keeps me cool and refreshes the senses from am to pm.

Mind

Ignite the olfactory system with a citrus scent that reminds the hippocampus of childhood days of selling (or drinking) lemonade. I’ve been using Cefiro by Floris London. It’s not overwhelming to me, my past or Irene.

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