The Ultimate Glow-Up Routine Before a Summer Event
Hey Kiya Collective,
You know that feeling when you’ve got somewhere special to be, and you want to show up radiating?
Not just cute. Not just put together.
But luminous. Soft. Glowing from the inside out.
Whether it’s a garden wedding, rooftop brunch, or girls’ night out, here’s your pre-event glow-up ritual that’ll have you looking (and feeling) like summer magic.
🧖🏾♀️ 1. The Night Before: Reset + Prep Your Canvas
Glowing skin starts the night before. Trust.
Step 1: Gently exfoliate with our Shea Body Scrub, focus on arms, shoulders, chest, and legs. This smooths and preps the skin to drink in moisture and gleam.
Step 2: Follow with our Sweet Nourishing Oil on damp skin. Massage slowly. Let your skin soak it up while you wind down.
Bonus Tip: Apply a hydrating face mask or pop your Rejuvenating Facial Serum into the fridge for a calming, de-puffing boost.
☀️ 2. Morning of: Radiance Rituals Only
Keep things intentional and light.
Face: Cleanse, tone with our Tea Tree & Niacinamide Toner, then apply your serum. Follow with a moisturiser or SPF that gives glow.
Body: Apply Whipped Shea Butter to high points of the body (collarbones, shoulders, shins) for that luxe sheen.
Fragrance Layering: Start with an oil base (yes, Sweet Nourishing Oil), then spritz your perfume to make it last all day.
👗 3. Choose an Outfit That Loves Your Skin
We’re not just talking about colour (though melanin + white linen is undefeated).
Choose textures and silhouettes that let your skin breathe — and shine. Off-shoulder, backless, or thigh-split? Give that glow its moment.
💅🏾 4. Don’t Skip the Details
Summer glow-up = softness in the details.
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Hands + feet: Hydrate your cuticles and top up on oil for shine
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Lips: Gently exfoliate, then layer balm for a plush, pillowy finish
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Hairline + edges: Use a light oil mist and a soft brush to neaten
This is the difference between just “getting ready” and showing up intentionally.
🧡 5. Ground Yourself Before You Leave
Before you rush out the door, take 3 deep breaths.
Look in the mirror and say:
“I’m glowing from the inside out. I deserve to take up space.”
Because your energy is part of the glow.
And no product can replace a woman who feels like herself.
💭 Final Thoughts
Glow-ups aren’t about perfection, they’re about presence.
Take your time. Set the vibe. Honour your softness as part of your beauty.
And when you walk into that summer event, know this:
You are the glow.
With warmth and ritual,
The Kiya Team
🧴 P.S. Don’t forget to pack your lip balm and mini Sweet Nourishing Oil in your bag, just in case you need a little top-up.
