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Whether you are camping, working, taking summer school, or at home lounging around, it may be hard to avoid mosquitoes! These pesky little insects are really good at going after us. The first thing you should do is try to prevent yourself from getting mosquito bites!

1. Apply an insect & mosquito repellent (you can buy these at your nearest grocery store)

2. Make sure your windows and doors are closed shut if you don’t have screens to prevent bugs from entering your house

3. Purchase rosemary or sage (herbs) oil and burn the oil inside your house to repel these insects

4. Wear light coloured clothing! Show off that new white dress or neon coloured shirt you bought! Mosquitoes love dark colours such as blue and black, don’t let them catch you wearing these colours during summertime.

However, if you DO get bitten by a mosquito, you may try the following methods to sooth and lessen the itching and swelling of the bite:

1. Wash the bite with regular hand soap and rinse it with cold water – Do this because it will ‘clean’ the infected area and the cold water soothes the itching

2. Apply an ice cube or an ice cube pack onto the infected area. This helps stop the swelling and reduces the itchiness greatly

3. If you have ‘Tiger Balm,’ apply this onto your mosquito bite. Tiger Balm is a special kind of cream used to treat insect bites, headaches, nausea, muscle pain, heartburn, etc. However, it is only available in Asia or in Chinese stores. It is very popular in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, China, and Vietnam.

4. If you don’t have Tiger Balm, don’t worry! You could use an alternative such as an Aloe Vera Gel. Aloe vera gel (from the leaves) have some medicinal effects to help sooth sunburns, burns, and even insect bites. If you don’t have any handy at home, they are available at grocery stores or beauty product shops.

Remember, if you have a mosquito bite, do NOT scratch it! Scratching it could infect it and cause it to swell even more or worse, you could get permanent scarring on your skin.

We hope these tips are helpful to you ^^* feel free to leave us feedback!

Hi everyone ^^~

Summer is finally here! It’s a great time for everyone–kids are out of school, families are going on vacation, the weather is sunny and warm, barbeques, going to the beach, and many other great things ^-^ Even with the sun shining brightly down on us, it is important to remember to take care of your skin!

1. Wear protective sunscreen
Why? The sun emits harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays that are capable of causing skin cancer if your skin has been exposed long enough or frequently enough to these rays. The sun can also cause premature aging due to damage from the sun. These side effects (in the long term) are not beneficial to your overall health, nor will it be easy or inexpensive to find a cure. It can become quite costly, so prevent damage to your skin from the sun by applying some good sunscreen such as Lioele Fresh Sun Screen. It has an SPF of 45, it’s oil free, and it has a fresh floral scent. Sunscreen should be applied at least 20 minutes before exposure to the sunlight. Remember to not miss any areas when you apply the lotion! Sunscreen should be worn everyday.

2. Try to cover up
Go shop for a sun hat, capris, flowy dresses, light coloured clothing, etc. Summer may be a great time for shorts, t-shirts, tank tops, and bikinis, but on the breezier days, try to cover up as much as you can while staying cool at the same time because the more exposure your skin has to the sun, the more damaging it may be (even with sunscreen on). You could purchase a fashionable sun hat to match your outfit, wear lighter coloured clothing so less heat is absorbed, or wear a long, flowy summer skirt or dress to cover up and stay cool at the same time.

3. Keep yourself hydrated
I cannot stress this enough. Summer is the hottest time of the year, your body produces more sweat, and you lose more water when the weather is warmer. You must keep yourself hydrated because drinking enough water helps your body function properly. Also, when you drink enough water, it helps keep your skin looking younger and more vibrant. You don’t have to drink water all day, fruits and vegetables also contain water and can help keep you hydrated ^__^

4. Before going out to enjoy the sunshine
Even though it may be tempting to go out and enjoy the sunshine, don’t forget to cleanse and moisturize your face! Use a good cleanser and apply the Lioele Daily Soothing Sunmilk Lotion to help keep your skin hydrated and prevent sun damage. This lotion leaves your skin smooth and make-up can easily be applicable when it dries. It is also advisable to apply lip balm that is UV ray protectant. The Lioele All Day Sunshine Lip Essence helps keep your lips moisturized and healthy since it has an SPF of 12.

5. Nighttime cleansing and moisturizing routine

You had a fun day enjoying the beautiful sunshine! Now it’s time to cleanse and moisturize your face~
If you applied make-up, use the Lioele Aroma Washable Cleansing Lotion to get rid of all the foundation and cover-up, this will leave your skin feeling refreshed. It works well even if you applied heavy make-up and washes off quickly. If you applied eye and/or lip make-up, try the Lioele Aroma Waterproof Lip and Eye Make-up Remover. Dab a little bit onto a cotton pad and gently wipe the eye and/or lip area. Apply water when you are finished cleansing. You now have two choices:

1. Apply a mask
There are many types of masks you can use! However, after a day in the sun, I would recommend using a Brightening Essence Mask. You can apply it for 15~20 minutes on your face while your skin absorbs the nutrients. This mask helps keep your skin refreshed and bright from UV Ray damage, it is great and easy to use. After application, simply massage the residue into your skin.

2. Moisturize
Apply the Lioele V-Line Waterdrop Sleeping Pack to moisturize your skin. It is most effective when you apply it before you go to bed. This product helps keep your skin moisturized without it feeling sticky, has facial swelling control, and shapes your face line. After applying this product for a few days to a week, you will notice that your skin becomes clearer and your pores are tightened.

We hope this article helped you with your summer skincare~ Enjoy your summer everyone!! ^__^~