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6 Tips to Get the Perfect Summer Glow

After such a long winter, Summer 2026 is right around the corner. Vacation plannings are underway, Pinterest boards are filling up with inspiration, Tik Toks are being saved, and fun itineraries are taking shape.Before outfits, make-up looks, and vacation photos comes something even moreimportant, skin.

Glowy, dewy, and yummy skin continues to dominate beauty trends this year – and we are here for it. Your skin is our first outfit and at Lafi, we believe it deserves just as much attention as the clothes you wear. If you are looking for a soft, healthy-looking, divine glowing skin that turns heads this summer, these 6 simple steps can help you achieve a beautiful glow from head to toe.

Why Lafi Body Butters?
Lafi body butters are crafted with ethical, Fair Trade, and ECOCERT shea butter from Burkina Faso. Our homemade formulas combine nourishing ingredients such as with Monoi of Tahiti oil, coconut oil, mango butter, cupuacu butter, beeswax and our signature butter and oil complex for maximum moisture and hydration. Our creamy body butters are also infused with Pro-Vitamin B5 to help support skin hydration and softness.

Lafi Creamy Body Butter
Our creamy body butter is water-based and designed to deeply hydrate the skin while leaving behind a beautiful, healthy-looking, subtle sun-kissed glow. It absorbs well into the skin and his delicately scented with our signature scents for a luxurious self-care experience.

Lafi Whipped Body butter
Our whipped body butter is oiled-based and provides intense nourishment while delivering a rich, glossy low. It helps lock in moisture into the skin and leaves it looking radiant and luminous throughout the day. The whipped body butters are also infused with our signature scents for an elevated self-care moment. 

Now, let's begin glowing.

Step 1: Dry Brush Before Showering
The steps of a maximum glow and hydration begin prior the shower. Using a dry brush, gently brush your skin before stepping into the shower. Dry brushing helps removes surface dead skin cells and leaves skin feeling smoother and softer. It is a simple relaxing ritual that instantly helps create a polished, radiant appearance.

A Black woman wearing a plush white bathrobe sits on the edge of a bathtub in a serene spa-inspired bathroom. She gently dry brushes her thigh with a natural wooden body brush as part of her self-care routine. Warm candlelight, neutral tones, and glowing skin create a luxurious wellness atmosphere focused on body care and relaxation.

Step 2: Exfoliate Your Skin
Exfoliation is one of the secrets to a smooth glowing summer skin.
You can choose either:

  • Chemical Exfoliation: uses skin-safe active ingredients (such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, etc) to dissolve dead skin cells without scrubbing. Some exfoliants state that they trigger collagen production and can fade dark spots over time.
  • Physical Exfoliation: which uses scrubs to manually remove buildup from the skin’s surface. It can also provide immediate skin smoothness. Regular exfoliation helps improve skin texture and reveal fresher brighter-looking skin.
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Follow with your normal shower routine.

Step 3: Apply a Glycolic Acid Toner
After showering, gently towel dry your skin. While your skin is still dry and soft, apply glycolic acid toner using a cotton pad or a spray bottle.

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Step 4: Rehydrate the Skin
Once the glycolic acid had fully dried, lightly mist your skin with water. Hydrated skin absorbs body butters more effectively and adding a layer of water before moisturizing helps maximize hydration create that soft, plump appearance we love.

Step 5: Apply Lafi Creamy Body Butter
While your skin is still damp, apply a generous layer of Lafi Creamy Body Butter. Because it contains both water and nourishing oils, it helps deliver deep moisture and hydration while leaving the skin feeling silky smooth and beautifully moisturized. At this stage, you will notice a healthy, natural glow beginning to appear.

Step 6: Seal Everything in with Lafi Whipped Body Butter
For the ultimate summer glow, finish with a generous layer of Lafi Whipped Body Butter. The rich blend of oils and butters helps lock in moisture while creating a glossy, luminous finish that catches the light beautifully.

This is also the perfect moment to apply your favorite perfume. Well-moisturized skin helps fragrance last longer and project more beautifully throughout the day.

Your Summer Glow Starts Here
By incorporating gentle exfoliation, proper hydration, and nourishing body care products into your routine, you can achieve soft, smooth, radiant skin all summer long. At Lafi, we believe self-care should feel luxurious, intentional, and deeply nourishing. Heres to glowing skin, unforgettable summer memories, and feeling beautiful in your own skin.

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