Calling all athletes! I don’t know about you, but the Summer Olympics in London has motivated me to take a few more laps around the track during my workouts. And the more you sweat, the better you feel about yourself, right? But only when you’re training at the gym. That embarrassing sweat you break while completing simple, everyday tasks feels more like a problem. This week, we spoke to Dr. Hania Alaidroos, one of D Magazine’s Best Doctors list for three years running, to get her expert advice on this sticky situation.

If you’re noticing slightly more perspiration than usual, Dr. Alaidroos suggests Secret Clinical Strength as a strong over-the-counter antiperspirant. Using it sparingly will help you obtain the best results, because if too much is applied, it can sometimes cause skin irritation. Secret Clinical Strength can be found at most drugstores, and for about $9, the extra few bucks can be worth the extra strength.

But, if you are genuinely concerned about your excessive sweating as a health issue, Dr. Alaidroos recommends scheduling an appointment with your primary care physician. They can prescribe a product called Drysol that she would suggest using for weddings and other special social gatherings.

Live through a Texas summer and you know: survival is the goal. But don’t let three-digit temperatures get the best of you. Tune in to our Texas Summer Beauty Challenge series. Intern Kristi McCann is tracking down expert advice to help you get through the summer and look good doing it.

It’s nearly August, and after beach vacations and weekends by the pool, your skin is probably pretty bronzed. (Hopefully you’ve been wearing sunscreen.) But if you’re like me, you’re starting to notice your year-round foundation doesn’t quite match up to your freshly tanned skin. That’s why this week, we spoke with one of Grand Spa’s makeup artists Angela Alan to learn how to find the perfect tint for your summer foundation.

Angela strongly advises you match the color of the foundation to your jawline and never to your neck. In the summer, your face generally will become the darkest, but you want to find a foundation that will blend nicely. Your jawline is a good place to start. “The trick is to find a shade that practically disappears on your skin and works with your undertones,” she says. “If you have pink undertones, go for a more yellow based foundation to conceal the pink.” And visa versa. It also can be helpful to wear a foundation for a day before you purchase it to see if it still looks even and matches your skin in the natural light.

And for Angela’s favorite products, she says it depends on the preference of the wearer. If you have a quick morning makeup routine, she suggests purchasing a tinted moisturizer, such as Revision Skincare’s Intellishade, $50 (also beloved by our shopping editor), which has SPF and anti-aging properties. It can be purchased at dermatologist offices and at med spas, including Grand Spa. But if you’re more of a mineral makeup girl, Angela personally uses La Bella Donna’s Loose Minerals powder, $55, which has SPF and is waterproof. This product can be purchased online.

Kristi McCann is a shopping intern.

Live through a Texas summer and you know: survival is the goal. But don’t let three-digit temperatures get the best of you. Tune in to our Texas Summer Beauty Challenge series. Intern Kristi McCann is tracking down expert advice to help you get through the summer and look good doing it.

If you’re like most business women in Dallas, you’re strong, independent, successful, and you haven’t seen the sun in weeks. But thanks to plentiful sunless tanning options, you hardworking Texans can still achieve a sunkissed glow, even if a trip to the pool is out of the question. The tricky part is getting your faux glow yo last, so we talked to Body Beautiful Studio’s Barb Yevchak on how to increase your tan’s longevity.

She first suggests exfoliating from head to toe within 24 hours prior to your spray tan application to ensure the best absorption. After the tan has set, moisturize your skin, and repeat again immediately following your first post-application shower.

In Barb’s opinion, moisturizing is key. “Natural exfoliation of the skin is inevitable,  but by adding moisture twice a day, that top layer of skin will not exfoliate as quickly, thereby, helping your sunless tan last a bit longer,” she says.

Let’s face it. Your bikini line is not something you like to talk about, but when it comes to summer grooming, this area needs some serious attention. Whether you prefer waxing or shaving, we got expert advice from estheticians on both methods to get you bikini ready.

Candace Spillman from Bliss Spa Dallas insists waxing is the way to go. “When you wax, you are pulling the hair out by the root, which makes it grow back slower, finer, and with less stubble,” she says. Candace suggests scheduling your hair removal appointment two to three days before you plan on baring your skin to ensure the hair follicles don’t have time to produce any fuzz. Bliss Spa offers two great waxing products: Bliss’ Lemon + Sage Skin Softening Scrub ($36) to exfoliate before an appointment and Bliss Ingrown Eliminating Pads ($35) to use 24 hours after any hair removal process.

If waxing isn’t quite your thing, we know relentless shaving can cause skin irritation that makes wearing your bikini bottoms an embarrassing event. “Razor burn, unsightly bumps, and in-grown hairs are not fun,” says Lisa Lazzara, Director of  Training and Development at The Pretty Kitty. She suggests applying a product called PFB Vanish ($22) after shaving to exfoliate and keep follicles clean and clear. Available at The Pretty Kitty.

Kristi McCann is a shopping intern.

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Live through a Texas summer and you know: survival is the goal. But don’t let three-digit temperatures get the best of you. Tune in to our Texas Summer Beauty Challenge series. Intern Kristi McCann is tracking down expert advice to help you get through the summer and look good doing it.

As invigorating as it is to take your feet out of hibernation and transition into revealing sandals, it adds another element to your beauty routine: foot maintenance. Nail technician Kim Huynh from Indulgence Nail Salon has an easy solution to keeping your pedicured paws in tip top shape, even between salon visits.

“It really is simple,” Kim says. She recommends purchasing a pumice stone and scrubbing your feet each time you take a shower. Then, apply Gold Bond Lotion when you get out. Yes, it really is that simple. Kim understands her clients spend time barefoot and in swimming pools between appointments, and this simple solution is her secret to soft, beautiful skin.

There’s no pricy products needed and with Gold Bond Lotion readily available at the grocery store, Walgreens, or wherever, you can have fabulous feet all the time.

Kristi McCann is a shopping intern.

photo courtesy of StyleSheet

Live through a Texas summer and you know: survival is the goal. But don’t let three-digit temperatures get the best of you. Tune in to our Texas Summer Beauty Challenge series. Intern Kristi McCann is tracking down expert advice to help you get through the summer and look good doing it.

FOR FACE PROTECTION EVEN WITH SENSITIVE OR ACNE-PRONE SKIN:

We’ve all heard the lecture a thousand times: wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the sweltering sun. It’s easy to remember to lather on SPF when you’re at the pool or beach, but wearing an everyday sunscreen is just as important, especially on your face. We hate feeling like we’re clogging our pores with some of the options out there, so we talked to Dr. Peter Malouf, founder of the Center for Skin and Cosmetic Dermatology, for his sunscreen recommendations.

Skip the gooey, oily mess of most sun protectants and opt for a lightweight, UVA or UVB physical blocker, Dr. Malouf says. He suggests EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46. It’s oil-free, which is great for skin types that are sensitive or prone to acne breakouts. Plus, the spray bottle is easy to use and mess-free.

You can use EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 under your makeup as part of your daily skin care regimen. It’s available for $29 at the Center for Skin and Cosmetic Dermatology offices in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Weatherford.

Kristi McCann is a shopping intern.

photo courtesy of StyleSheet

Live through a Texas summer and you know: survival is the goal. But don’t let three-digit temperatures get the best of you. Tune in to our Texas Summer Beauty Challenge series. Intern Kristi McCann is tracking down expert advice to help you get through the summer and look good doing it.

FOR FRESH HAIR THAT CAN BEAT THE HEAT:

Sometimes it’s tempting to forgo the lengthy hair prep in the morning, especially when you know you’re going to be running around in the Texas heat. By midday, your perfectly coiffed hair often feels ruined from the oils your scalp produces naturally and from sweating. But skip the ponytail. This week, we spoke to expert stylist Ashley Puig from Orange Salon and Spa to find out how to keep hair looking fresh even when you’re out in the sun.

“One of my favorite products is Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Dry Shampoo,” Ashley says. “It has a great fresh scent and doesn’t fade color or dry out your hair. The powder actually absorbs oils from your scalp, and it gives volume by lifting at the root.”

To get as much use out of this product as possible, Ashley suggests using this dry shampoo two ways. First, sprinkle it into your roots and rub to knock out oil and boost your volume midday. Second, throw it in your gym bag to eliminate washing and drying your hair post-workout.

Find Alterna’s dry shampoo for $22 at most beauty stores, including Sephora and Ulta.

Kristi McCann is a shopping intern.