5 Summer Beauty Tips and Savings From Costco

This post is sponsored by Vocalpoint and P&G. All opinions are my own. #CostcoSummerBeauty

Summer is my favorite season and I really do love the warmer weather. My family and I try to pack as much fun and activities into the summer months as we possibly can.

But with the days being so much hotter, and spending more time outdoors, I need to change up some of my beauty routines to keep myself and my skin healthy and looking as good as possible.

I've been a Costco shopper for about eighteen years now, and it's a place where I can find lots of my favorite P&G beauty products, at a great savings. On my latest shopping trip, I picked up some items that fit right into my summer plans to take care of myself.

I'd love to share my best 5 Summer Beauty Tips with you and hopefully they can help you to step up your beauty and self-care routine for a great summer.

1. Take care of your skin.

Now, of course everyone knows you need to take care of your skin, right? But the hot summer sun and extra perspiration can really take a toll. So keep really diligent about keeping your face clean. Wash it with a gentle cleanser and use a sunscreen even when you are just outside for a short time. And of course, moisturize your skin, trust me that when you're older you'll be very glad you did.

My favorite moisturizer is Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream. It helps reduce the appearance of lines and helps with hydrating to make wrinkles less noticeable and skin firmer.

I've used Olay products for many, many years and love how the line has expanded to include more great products to help my skin keep looking it's best.

2. Drink water. Then drink some more.

Drinking water is the easiest way to flush toxins out of your body for healthy and glowing skin. It really is the cheapest and easiest way to help maintain a healthy body in the summer time when we really need to stay hydrated.

You can also increase your water in-take by eating fruits like watermelon and berries. I really do notice a difference in how I feel overall and how my skin looks when I don't drink enough water.
I like adding a slice of lemon and some berries to give it a little flavor. And there are now so many great tasting waters on the market to enjoy, too.

3. Always shave your legs at the end of a warm shower.

When you're in a warm shower, the hair softens up and makes shaving your legs so much easier. I don't know how many times I've shaved my legs in the sink and ended up with nicks, and specs of blood on my legs. It's painful and embarrassing, so I always try and plan to shave my legs when I know I'm going to be taking a shower.

And definitely invest in a quality razor, there's nothing worse than using a cheap razor that's not going to give your legs a smooth and silky finish.

Gillette Venus Spa Razor comes with relaxing white tea scented shave gel bars for a smooth shave. And never hurry while shaving your legs so that you can give them the time and attention they need for great looking summer-ready legs.

4. Take care of your underarms.

I know we probably don't think too much about our underarms, but during the summer it's important to control odor and perspiration.

Make sure to shave your underarms because that's where sweat and bacteria lead to odor. Hairy underarms are not attractive to most people, and the hair traps perspiration and odors.

When it's really hot outside, I'll sometimes wash my underarms with warm water during the day and reapply my deodorant. This just makes me feel fresher and cleaner, especially on days that I'm outside enjoying the sun.

Secret has been my deodorant for decades, so I was so glad to find Secret Clinical Strength at Costco. It's an invisible solid that adapts to fighting odor-causing bacteria, and helps stop odor before it starts. It's stress sweat protection is terrific for me on those busy days where I don't have time to worry about if my deodorant working or not.

5. Soak your feet in warm water with Epson salt.

Summer is tough on our feet for sure. Whether it's walking barefoot on a rocky beach, or a painful sore from those pretty new sandals you're wearing, your feet could use some loving care.

One of my favorite ways to pamper my feet is to soak them in Epson salt once a week. Just mix half a cup of Epson salt with some warm water and soak your feet for 10 minutes. This will remove odor, sooth achy feet, and soften rough skin.

My mother taught me to do this, and it's been one of my favorite ways to pamper my feet ever. Of course, a fabulous pedicure helps us have pretty summer feet and be confident in summer sandals as well.

You can find these products and many more in the Health and Beauty Department at Costco.

Costco and P&G are teaming up with Vocalpoint in giving away 25 Summer Beauty Boxes ($150). For a chance to win one, just share your best beauty tip on Twitter or Instagram using #CostcoSummerBeauty through July 15, 2016.

You can also enter to win a $50.00 Costco Cash Card by entering through the rafflecopter below. What fun to spend it on a great summer beauty product of your choice!!

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I shop at Costco so much that I always run into someone I know there. But it really is my favorite place to pick up great summer P&G beauty products, and save money.

As I've gotten older, I've realized the importance of taking care of my health and body. When I was younger, I thought youthful skin would keep it's glow forever. Boy, was I wrong.

Luckily, I've wised up and now protect my skin from the sun and harsh environments that can damage it. A little care goes a long way.

Shop at Costco and take advantage of their great prices and special offers on some of your favorite beauty products from P&G.

And have a wonderful summer!!


-Post written by Patricia

Getting Healthy With Costco's 4X Pro-B Digestive Care

There is always so much information available to us about getting healthy. Diet, exercise, and smart lifestyle choices all play an important part of maintaining a healthy body. There is also another way that adds to us feeling well, and that is by maintaining a healthy digestive system.

I have been participating in taking Costco 4X Pro-B probiotics for a month now and it has really made me aware of how important digestive health really is. Since taking Pro-B, indigestion and the bloated, full feeling one can get after a meal is completely gone. No more feeling sluggish or tired. I really do have more energy and feel healthier! #DigestiveCare

Feeling good has made me realize that it's time to start incorporating even more healthy habits into my life.

Since what you eat plays such an important role in your digestive system, eating more fruits, veggies, and whole grains has also made a difference in how I feel. I love fresh fruits and strawberries, oranges, grapefruit and bananas are my favorites.

Eating more fiber has definitely helped improve my digestive health. I love whole grains, especially delicious bread. I'm using more recipes that call for whole grains and I've found that they are really great tasting in muffins. I love brown rice and it's so much healthier than the white.

I've always loved yogurt, especially with sliced fruit on top. I like the Greek kind the best, but when it's on sale and I have a coupon, I'll buy almost whatever brand that is! Yogurt contains probiotics and it is so good for you. Strawberry and Vanilla are always my favorite flavors. Eating healthier while taking my Pro-B has made such a difference in how I feel.

Now that I'm getting older (I'm grandmother to four little ones!), I realize how important exercise is in my life. Taking Pro-B and improving my diet has made me feel more energetic and allowed me to be more active.

I try to do yoga most days, but when I'm too busy, ten minutes of simple stretching makes all the difference in how I feel that day. I also walk more now and my daughter and I love taking an evening walk together.

I will definitely continue to take this product everyday. I really love the way I feel, so much healthier and energetic! I also love that one healthy change in your life can motivate you to make other changes as well.

You can go to Costco.com to find out more about 4X Pro-B Digestive care and how it can help you to have better digestive health.

 You can read about more of my efforts to live a healthier life and my shopping trip at Costco.com from my Google+ story here.

*This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias. 

All opinions expressed in this shop are my own and your experience may vary. #Cbias #DigestiveCare

Get A Healthier Digestive System By Taking 4X Pro-B Probiotics

In an effort to get healthier, I have decided to begin taking probiotics. 4X Pro-B Digestive Care is available online at Costco.com. It comes in a 63 tablet size, which is a nine week supply.
 

Good digestive health requires beneficial bacteria. 4x Pro-B contains four strains of natural, beneficial bacteria, including doctor-recommended B. Infantis. When taken daily, it helps maintain good digestive health with active probiotic bacteria. I was excited to receive my 4X Pro-B and begin taking it so that I can feel better and healthier. #DigestiveCare

Now that I have begun taking probiotics, I'm going to think about what else I can do to help improve my health. I know that what I eat plays a major role in my digestive health. I also know that when I eat better, I feel better.Whole grains are very good for you and they are a great source of fiber, something we all need. Yogurt also contains natural probiotics and is so delicious for breakfast. My favorite way to eat it is topped with strawberries.

I love vegetables and they are an important part of a healthy diet. The vegetables at the local Farmer's Market are plentiful and beautifully appealing. I like shopping here because I can find things that aren't always available in grocery stores.

I have gathered together some of my cookbooks so that I can learn to cook veggies in new and different ways. After taking my 4X Pro-B for just a few days, I am already feeling better and I know that adding vegetables to my diet will help even more in giving me good digestive health.

I try to eat organic whenever I can. Bell peppers are delicious cooked, or eaten raw with a healthy dip. Springtime means asparagus and I just love it roasted in the oven with olive oil and seasonings. Not eating vegetables and fruits on a regular basis really makes my digestive system feel sluggish. I'm really happy that I do enjoy eating them.

Another great way to eat healthy is to incorporate fish into your diet. Living in the Seattle area gives me access to the most wonderful fish markets. I love salmon and halibut and am always looking for new ways to cook it. I try to eat it a couple of times a week, but if I can't I take fish oil capsules. Eating fish helps heart health also.

I love reading magazines and some of my favorites are geared towards helping me to lead a healthy lifestyle. They inspire me to lead the best life I can. I have been reading Yoga Journal for years and it helps me to maintain my yoga practice. The magazines also feature great healthy recipes that I am going to start cooking more often.

Now that I'm concentrating on eating a healthier diet, it's time to get exercising. I love walking so it's time to put on my shoes and get going! Besides improving my digestive health, it would be great if I could lose a few pounds, too.

It was so easy ordering my 4X Pro-B Digestive Care on-line. I always trust Costco to give me great quality at a great price. Speedy, reliable delivery is also something I can count on here. I've taken the probiotics for three weeks now and I do feel much better. But I'm looking forward to feeling even healthier and looking for more good things I can do for myself. I'll keep you posted!

You can read about more of my efforts to live a healthier life and my shopping trip at Costco.com from my Google+ story here.

When I shop online I always make sure I check the facebook page for the company to see if there are any discounts, freebies or free shipping offers I did not know about. When shopping for my 4X Pro-B Probiotics I read on the Costco Facebook page about a free mouthwash sample.

*This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias. 

All opinions expressed in this shop are my own and your experience may vary. #Cbias #DigestiveCare