Your Summer Glow Starts Within: A Soulful Ritual to Shed, Soften & Soak It All In

There’s something about this time of year that stirs something deep.

I walk through Target and can’t help but stop to smell every sugar scrub I pass. After months of pretending leg hair doesn’t exist and choosing oversized hoodies over everything else, something shifts. I want to feel buttery smooth again. Lit up. Reconnected to the version of me that makes eye contact and doesn’t apologize for taking up space.

Because this is the beginning of that golden season. The one where laughter spills out easier. The air feels like possibility. And you start remembering how magnetic you are when you’re fully present.

So here’s your permission to romanticize the ritual. Freshen up your glow, not for anyone else, but because you’re stepping into a season that’s meant to be felt.

Step One: Shed (Let That Winter Skin—and Energy—Go)

This is your “clean slate” moment. Exfoliate like you’re rewriting the story.

Because when you take the time to scrub away the dull, dry winter layer, you’re making space for what’s next...on your skin and in your life.

Whether you’re into professional waxing services (hello, smooth girl summer) or still doing the shave-and-go thing, smooth skin isn’t just a beauty move...it’s a reset. Start with a dry brush, a sugar scrub, or a gentle exfoliating mask and let it be a ceremony.

Pro tip: Exfoliate a few days before your waxing or spray tan appointment. It’s the secret to glowing skin that feels as good as it looks.

Step Two: Soften (Hydrated Skin, Unbothered Soul)

Once you’ve let go, it’s time to soften .Because glowy summer skin without deep hydration? Never the vibe.

This is where a hydrating spring facial works its magic. Not just because it boosts hydration and clears up that post-winter congestion, but because it gives your nervous system a chance to exhale before summer’s go-go-go kicks in. It's the secret to radiant, balanced skin that holds up through heat, sun, and spontaneous girls’ trips.

It’s a pause. A reset. A quiet reminder that soft doesn’t mean weak—it means nourished. And when your face is dewy and your spirit is rested? That’s the kind of glow that turns heads and makes people wonder what changed.

Need help making self-care a steady part of your life, even when the budget feels tight? That’s exactly why we created the Glow Getters Club. It’s for the women building their lives, finding their footing, and still choosing to shine. We’re talking surprise promos, first dibs on last-minute openings, and flexible, feel-good options that make taking care of yourself actually doable.

Because glow isn’t reserved for luxury. It belongs to the women showing up for themselves day after day...and we’re just here to cheer you on (with glowing skin and good energy, of course).

Step Three: Soak It In (Glow, Baby, Glow)

Now we glow.

Professional spray tans are my go-to summer glow-up service. They give you that sun-kissed radiance without the burn, and when your skin’s been properly exfoliated and hydrated, that glow melts on like a dream and sticks around longer.

There’s just something about slipping into a sundress, bronzed and barefoot, that makes the world feel like it’s seeing you for the first time.(Not that we’re doing it for the attention... but if they want to stare, let them.)

Want that glow to last? This is where post-tan skincare becomes sacred. Skip the heavy lotions and synthetic fragrances; this is a perfect moment to let your grass-fed beef tallow balm shine. It locks in moisture, supports your skin barrier, and won’t mess with your tan as long as you skip the essential oils and keep it off your face.

Need-to-knows: Avoid lotions and deodorants right before your spray tan. Book your waxing service at least 24–48 hours ahead. Let your tan develop overnight—and wake up feeling like the golden goddess you are.

The Takeaway

Your summer glow doesn’t come from a bottle. It comes from shedding the heaviness, softening into your body, and soaking in every moment like the masterpiece you are.

So whether you’re heading to the lake, out with the girls, or just walking through the world a little more radiant than you were last season…Just know: You’re not chasing the glow. You are the glow. And babe… they’ll notice.

Want more glow in your life; facials, spray tans, waxing, promos, and everything in between? Come stalk us professionally and keep all your Pure Renewal Spa links in one place via our digital business card.

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