5 Ways to Get Ready for Summer: The Ultimate Summer Glow Up Guide

Alright ladies, it is officially that time to get ready for summer. The sun starts flirting with us again, sandals begin whispering from the back of the closet, and suddenly we are aware of every inch of winter that has been quietly hibernating on our bodies.

Summer does not just arrive. She makes an entrance. And if we are going to step into her spotlight, we are doing it glowing, lifted, and fully powered up.

Here are 5 ways I get myself summer-ready, from head to toe.

1. FOR YOUR HEALTH: Start at the Foundation

Before I even think about bronzer or beach waves, I check in with the one thing that actually matters: my body.

The HUME pod body scanner has completely changed how I approach my health. Instead of guessing, I get real data. Body composition. Muscle. Fat. Trends over time. It is like having a wellness report card without the shame spiral. I love knowing what is actually happening under the surface so I can adjust workouts, protein intake, or hydration with intention.

And because summer skin starts from within, I have been adding ActivatedYou’s Essential Skin Food to my routine. It combines Calcium, Cosmythic extract, and L-Proline to support hydration, elasticity, and that clear, radiant look we all pretend is just “good lighting.” Think of it as your skin’s quiet overachiever friend who does the work behind the scenes. I absolutely love this stuff and noticed improvements in my skin after the first week so I bought another container as soon as I finished the first one. I don’t want to be without this stuff ever again!

Then there is the neck. We baby our faces and completely ignore the neck like it is not coming to the party. The Glotech™ Collar from LED Esthetics is my secret weapon. It uses red and near infrared light therapy to help smooth and firm the delicate neck area. You have zero excuses to not buy this. Trust me, you deserve this. If you are going to wear sundresses and slicked back buns, your neck deserves equal billing.

2. FOR YOUR FACE: Dewy, Bouncy, Summer Skin

Nothing says summer like skin that looks like it drinks water for fun.

The ANUA PDRN Hyaluronic Acid collection has been everywhere lately, and for good reason. The ANUA PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum is only $18.99 and over 3,000 people bought it in the past month. That tells you something. It gives that plump, hydrated glow without feeling heavy or sticky.

Pair it with the ANUA PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Moisturizing Cream, and you have a lightweight moisture sandwich that keeps your skin bouncy even when the temperature climbs.

On nights when my face feels tired from sunscreen and life, I use the Capsule 100 Serum Mask set. It is like sending your skin to a spa while you fold laundry. I wear it while I take a bath for some extra pampering when I need it most.

And for quick refresh moments, the PDRN 100 Hyaluronic Acid Glow Toner Pads are chef’s kiss. Dual sided. Plumping. Easy. Toss one in your gym bag and pretend you have your life together. I use these on mornings I don’t have time to wash my face too.

3. FOR YOUR LIPS: Get Ready For Summer Fun

Summer makeup should feel like you, just a little sunnier.

Banila Co’s Romantic Blush Lip and Cheek sticks are the definition of effortless. Twenty shades ranging from wearable pinks and peaches to grounded warm browns. The creamy texture melts into the skin, blends beautifully with fingers or a puff, and builds from sheer to defined without ever feeling sticky.

Formulated with RAW HD Powder, the pigment shows up in one swipe. No dragging. No patchiness. Just a fresh, tone on tone flush that makes you look alive even if you slept four hours because someone needed water at 2 a.m.

I keep one in my purse at all times. It is my five second personality upgrade. Glimmer is my fav.

4. FOR YOUR EYES: Drama Without the Drama

Summer eye makeup needs to survive heat, humidity, and possibly tears from graduation ceremonies.

UltraVolume Tubing™ Mascara is my ride or die. Available in black or dark brown, it gives maximum volume and length with that glamorous semi matte finish. You get that false lash energy without the crunchy waterproof nightmare. It holds all day and then slides off easily at night. Genius.

The Lash and Brow Enhancer Serum is a quiet little powerhouse. Eighty seven percent naturally derived and designed to promote longer, thicker looking lashes and brows in as little as seven days, with full results in six weeks. If you want summer minimalism, stronger natural lashes are the move.

And the Tubing™ Liquid Eyeliner Pen gives jet black, water resistant color that stays put. No raccoon eyes. No mid day panic checks in the car mirror. This is the only eyeliner pen you’ll ever need.

5. FOR YOUR HAIR: Stop Shedding, Start Thriving

If your shower drain has been collecting more hair than your brush, we need to talk.

The Surface Hair Awaken Kit is not just a shampoo and conditioner set. It is a full scalp and thickening system designed specifically for thinning hair and hair loss. The kit includes the Awaken Shampoo, Conditioner, Scalp Elixir, and Therapeutic Treatment. Translation: this is not a casual wash day. This is a strategy.

The focus here is scalp health, circulation, and strengthening the hair at the root so you are not just masking thinning, you are addressing it. The formula works to energize the scalp, reduce breakage, and support thicker, fuller looking hair over time.

And Amazon shoppers are not being quiet about it.

With nearly 3,000 reviews and Amazon’s Choice status, people are calling it a “miracle treatment” and a “holy grail for thinning hair.” One reviewer shared that after struggling with losing large amounts of hair in the shower, she noticed a major difference after just a week. Less shedding. Less breakage. Less panic staring at the drain.

That is the kind of energy I want going into summer.

Because beach waves hit differently when you are not worried about what is falling out with them.

Before sun, salt, and pool water enter the chat, give your scalp the reset it deserves. Stronger roots. Healthier strands. Fuller looking hair. That is the glow up nobody sees coming but everyone notices.