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Protect the skin you\u2019re in! Celebrity facialist <\/span>Shani Darden<\/a> has helped\u00a0<\/span>Jessica Alba,\u00a0<\/span>Rosie Huntington-Whiteley,\u00a0<\/span>Chrissy Teigen,\u00a0<\/span>Kelly Rowland,\u00a0<\/span>Shay Mitchell,\u00a0<\/span>Emmy Rossum\u00a0and more stars maintain radiant complexions all year long, and now she’s telling ET her secrets for achieving a healthy summer glow \u2014 without any sun damage.<\/span><\/p>\n As the long, warm days provide more opportunities to relax, the aesthetician recommends taking the same approach with your skincare regimen.<\/span><\/p>\n “Summer is a good time to simplify your routine. Less is more. \u2026 It’s just about being intentional and using the right products,” she explains.<\/span><\/p>\n While you might assume certain actives don\u2019t make the cut, think again, thanks to her latest formula launch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n “<\/span>Retinol Reform with 1% Encapsulated Retinol<\/a> can be used year-round \u2014 even in the summer \u2014 as long as you’re diligent about sunscreen and don\u2019t spend a lot of time in the sun. … It has an advanced delivery system that allows us to introduce 1% retinol, while still being gentle,” Darden shares.<\/span><\/p>\n Once you’ve started incorporating it at night, expect to see an improvement in skin tone evenness, brightness, texture, smoothness, and elasticity, as well as a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Her other must-haves: “Always wear SPF during the day and reapply it every 2 hours. \u2026\u00a0\u00a0I love Supergoop\u2019s Play Everyday, which is an SPF 50. \u2026 You also may need to switch to a lighter moisturizer, such as my <\/span>Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer<\/a>. It\u2019s fast absorbing with hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin without causing any congestion.”<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to staying consistent with skincare essentials, Darden recommends investing in accessories to keep your skin healthy in the warm temperatures.<\/span><\/p>\n “Generally, I see more congestion, breakouts, and sun damage in the summer. The combination of heat and sweat can lead to a lot of congestion overall, which contributes to breakouts, and spending more time outdoors can intensify hyperpigmentation due to UV exposure,” she notes.<\/span><\/p>\n To combat these concerns, Darden says, “A wide brim hat is essential when you\u2019re outside, but you have to make sure you\u2019re keeping your face cool too. I always use a mini portable fan, and UV visors are incredible for protecting your face as well. It all helps.”<\/span><\/p>\n RELATED CONTENT:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n