Monthly HGO Buzz-Worthy Favorites: June Edition
Welcome back to another Buzz Worthy Favorites, your monthly love letter straight from the Honey Girl hive!
With the official start of summer arriving this month (hello, Summer Solstice!), we’re leaning into the sunshine season, but of course, we’re doing it the Honey Girl way.
Let’s dive headfirst into everything we’re buzzing about this month, from viral skincare trends (are they really worth the hype?) to must-know sun care facts and a few trusted ways we revive and rescue our skin after a little too much exposure.
Let’s glow!
Trend We’re Claiming: Skin Flooding
If you’re on social media, chances are you’ve seen your favorite beauty guru talking about skin flooding. The trend is all about layering water-based products before and after your skincare routine to truly give your skin that dewy, lit-from-within glow everyone chases around this time of year.
Want to jump on this Honey Girl approved trend?
Here's how we do it:
1. Cleanse with a Light Touch
Start with our Foaming Facial Wash to gently sweep away oil, sweat, and sun protection without stripping your skin's natural moisture. It's perfect for the hot, humid months ahead.
2. Apply Toner Immediately
Damp skin is key for skin flooding. Mist our Facial Toner all over your face right after cleansing. Its skin-drenching, plant-based ingredients quickly saturate the skin and kick off the hydration process.
3. Layer with Serum
Our HoneyGlo Regenerating Face Serum glides beautifully over damp skin and sinks in deep, thanks to organic rose hydrosol and organic rosehip oil. Expect that sheen that makes you look like you’re glowing from the inside out.
4. Lock in All the Moisture
Top it all off with our Face & Eye Crème to keep your skin hydrated, healthy, and protected. This leaves you dripping in glow all day long, no matter what’s on your schedule.
5. Keep That Toner Close
Toss our Facial Toner into your tote and continue to spritz throughout the day. It floods your skin with quick nutrients and gives your face a refreshing, skin-loving boost after hours in the sun or summer fun overload.
The primary purpose of skin flooding is to infuse hydration, lock it in, and continually replenish your skin with the moisture it craves. That’s why we never go anywhere in the summer without our toner on hand!
Sun Myths, Debunked!
You know we love a good sun moment, but there’s also a lot of misinformation floating around online.
Here are some myths we’re putting to rest:
Myth 1: Coconut oil is enough to protect your skin from the sun
While we love coconut oil in our skincare routines, it is not a form of sun protection. It doesn’t block UV rays, and in fact, it can accelerate skin damage!
What do we recommend instead?
Our Protect stick, made with 20% uncoated non-nano zinc oxide, guards against UVA and UVB rays.
Bonus: It’s also packed with deep healing ingredients, including organic beeswax, shea butter, and extra-virgin olive oil. So, your skin stays soft and truly protected.
Myth 2: You don’t need Sun Protection on cloudy days
Even when it’s overcast, UV rays can and will reach your skin.
The number one summer sun rule? If it’s cloudy, you still need your Protect formula on hand. Don’t underestimate the strength of the sun just because it’s hiding behind a few clouds!
The Summer Skin Hangover Cure
Summer may be a season of fun and freedom, but it can take a toll on your skin, especially after hours spent in the ocean, by the pool, or under intense sunlight.
If your skin is feeling the effects, here’s how we help you recover quickly!
After swimming in the pool or the ocean:
Rinse thoroughly and pat dry immediately. This protects the skin from lingering chlorine, salt, and grime and lays the foundation for solid post-sun care.
Hot, red, irritated, or overexposed?
Tone, don’t tug! Before applying your After Sun Face & Body Lotion, spritz your face and body with our Facial Toner to add quick moisture back into the skin and calm any redness. Then apply your After Sun Face & Body Lotion with a light touch to keep irritated skin feeling its best.
Got a dreaded sunburn?
The After Sun Face & Body Lotion is perfect for tending to overexposed skin, but if you sense a peel coming on, reach for our Super Skin Food. It locks in deep moisture, protects your skin barrier, and supports fast healing. Use it on cheeks, chest, and shoulders; anywhere that looks like a bad burn is brewing!
Until next month, wear your sun protection, enjoy the magic of the solstice, and keep glowing knowing you’re taking care of your skin the way Mother Earth intended...organically.
Aloha,
Ashley & The Honey Girl Organics Team