“For starters, these products smell absolutely amazing — they are so refreshing! I highlight my hair, and in the summer it’s crucial that I protect it from the sun. The ‘color extend’ line keeps my hair bright and it doesn’t get brassy. I’m also a huge fan of the rich recovery mask. It provides crucial hydration but doesn’t leave my tresses feeling greasy or weighed down. ” Katrina Mitzeliotis, Senior Fashion Editor –Redken Color Extend Shampoo, $14.50, and Redken Color Extend Conditioner, $15.50, Ulta
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“I love this bright color for summer, but this best part is, it dries amazingly fast! I always worry about smudging polish when I get manis, but this one makes it super fast and easy!” Dory Larrabee, Senior Editor — Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Fast Dry Nail Color in Peachy Breeze, $5, Ulta.com
“First of all I love that this product has SPF 30 – it gives me all the sun protection I need during the day. It smells amazing. It goes on easily and is not greasy at all and it evens out my skin tone.” Isabelle Raphael, Photo Editor — Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer SPF 30, $21, Neutrogena.com
“I’m obsessed with Elastin-rp Replenishment Science Deep Cleansing Gel. It has completely transformed skin! It totally keeps my face clear and never dries it out. I definitely recommend it!” Nicole Karlis, Reporter –Elastin-rp Deep Cleansing Gel, $28, Elastinrp.com
“There’s never a time when you need a powder compact more than now in the height of 90 degrees plus summer days. It’s a never ending battle against face shine. DiorSkin Forever Wear is my favorite purse-friendly pal. I use it to keep the shine away every day and it’s a perfect powder compact performer! ” Bonnie Fuller, Editor-in-Chief –DiorSkin Forever Wear Extending Invisible Retouch Powder, $42,
“”These wipes smell like freshly washed laundry and seriously give my feet a refreshing treat when their hot, sweaty and not-so rosy!” Jennifer Tzeses, Beauty Director — Butter London Mucky Pups Foot Wipes, $15, ButterLondon.com