Mixin' It Up: Jamillah Hankerson Shares 3 Skin Care Tips to Help Maintain Your Pretti

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of the summer and starts the countdown to the end of that summertime glow. No worries, your girl's got your back. I caught up with my sis/fave skincare guru, the brains behind Mix It Up Body Products, Jamillah Hankerson and she couldn't wait to share three tips to help your skin transition from the warm humid days of summer to the cool dry days of autumn.

1. Moisturize. Moisturize. Moisturize. 

The colder months have naturally drier air, which can cause the skin to become dried out as well. Add a rich moisturizer to your skincare regimen to ensure you are replacing the moisture in your skin. Be sure that it’s a moisturizer that works well your skin type.

2. Black Girls Need Sunscreen, Too.

When you think of sunscreen it’s usually associated with summer. Sunscreen is something that should be applied daily to ensure you give your skin proper protection. Your skin is just as prone to sun damage in the winter as it is in the summer. Use a spf of at least 30 with a UVA/UVB protection.

3. Bye-Bye Hot Showers

This tip may break a few hearts, but hot water strips away the natural oils in your skin. Opt to take a warmer, shorter shower. Your skin will thank you for it. You may notice your skin becomes less itchy after a shower (definitely my experience).

Healthy skin reflects a healthy lifestyle. Follow Jamillah's Instagram stories for daily mental health check-ins filled with humor and personal insight. Jamillah also does conducts email consults, so feel free to send your skincare questions to her: jamillah@mixitupbodyproducts.com