Choosing the right cosmetics for hot summer days becomes especially important, otherwise your makeup will live until the first time you go out into the scorching sun... What beauty products should you give preference to? What tips will protect your makeup from the heat? Let's look at the pretty summer makeup step by step.
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- Summer Skincare. Things to Know.
- Prepare Your Skin For Summer Makeup
- Even Out Your Complexion
- Enhance Your Cheekbones
- Emphasize Your Eyes
- Use Water-Proof Eyeliner
- Opt for Smudge-Proof Mascara
- Focus on Lips
- Juicy Bright Makeup Ideas
- FAQ
Summer Skincare. Things to Know.
by @lippielust
You might wonder why should makeup and products for it be special in summer? There are several reasons for this.
Firstly, the hot season often reveals allergic reactions, and therefore the skin gets especially vulnerable at this time of year. Multiple layers of cosmetics will not alleviate this, and incorrectly selected products can even aggravate the situation.
by @eljammi
Secondly, we sweat more actively in the heat. Our body produces more sebum, which also leads to breakouts. And the usual makeup on greasy skin lasts and looks much worse.
by @makeupbychristiaa
Finally, the skin gets dry due to the heat and sun, peeling appears and pores become clogged faster, which may cause inflammation. The face doesn't look fresh and healthy without sufficient hydration, and makeup will only emphasizes these problems...Thus, summer makeup products, from face creams and serums to eyeshadows and lipsticks, should be selected taking all these things into account.
Prepare Your Skin For Summer Makeup
by @vivis_makeup
Before you start applying makeup, prepare your skin well for it. I recommend using masks with an anti-inflammatory effect that contain natural alendula or chamomile extracts. It wouldn’t hurt to use scrub a couple of times a week to get rid of dead cells and flaking.
Tips:
- It is advisable to use a light day cream that will moisturize the skin, before applying makeup.
- Cream-gels designed specifically for summer are ideal for this purpose. Look for products with SPF, like Lumene Valo Light Day Cream SPF15, because ultraviolet protection is a priority during the hot season!
Even Out Your Complexion
by @linhtran70
The next step is foundation. I recommend not to be too zealous with it in summer. Use it to a minimum to correct problem areas. For example, to create this look, Linh Tran applies just a little concealer under the model's eyes. She doesn't apply it all over her face! Clogged pores and a foundation that is smeared from the heat are of no use in summer!
Tips: As mentioned above, opt for products with a high SPF for complete protection: foundation, primer. It is best to replace your regular foundation with a denser texture with a light BB or CC cream of a suitable shade.
Enhance Your Cheekbones
by @arber_bytyqi_mua by @vivis_makeup
When choosing a blush, look for mineral blushes with a light texture that don't overwhelm your skin. It is best to choose natural shades. A blush with pearlescent particles will highlight your skin and look great in summer! You can also use bronzer instead of blush.
Note: Here is an important nuance: the blush that suited your skin tone before it tanned (this will inevitably happen in the summer) may not be suitable now. This also applies to your foundation, so make sure to adjust the shades in the summer.
Emphasize Your Eyes
by @giannafiorenze by @vivis_makeup
Opt for long-lasting shadows that will not smear in the summer. Keep in mind that matte textures hold up better. If you want more shine, try water-based eyeshadows, like Exotic Blue Eyeshadow Shimmer by Glam Air Airbrush, or Lovely Rose 01 Eyefinity All Day Liquid Eyeshadow by Max Factor - it lasts a way longer than regular eyeshadows with glitter. I recommend you to use deep shades for evening makeup and choose more delicate colors during the day. Feel free to combine different shades!
Use Water-Proof Eyeliner
by @erikamariepapa
It is best to give up soft pencils for the summer. A great option is waterproof and smudge-proof eyeliner. Together with the Colorstay Creme Eye Shadow - 730 Praline By Revlon, it will help you replicate this expressive eye makeup by a beauty & wellness blogger Erika Papa, and will last for a long time!
Opt For Smudge-Proof Mascara
by @itsmyrayeraye by @elenitekeste
Falling mascara will spoil your makeup, no matter how carefully and carefully it was applied. So, use waterproof mascara to emphasize your eyelashes. This is the best option for hot days. You can also use nourishing oils for lashes to promote their growth and make them look fuller.
Focus on Lips
by @vivis_makeup
You might crave for lightness and freshness in the summer, therefore lip glosses are ideal for the hot season. Yet, if you prefer lipsticks, like Avia Solomon, you shouldn’t give them up either. The main thing here, like with choosing mascara, is durability. The light and natural shades look most organic, although adding some bold colors to your summer makeup, like Bright Orange Luxe Matte Lipstick by Bobbi Brown, will never hurt. After all, when should you experiment with bold lip shades, if not in the summer...?
Tips:
- To prevent your lips from drying out, as it often happens in the heat, use products with a high degree of moisturizing
- If focusing on lips is not part of your summer makeup plan, do not forget to apply a regular lip balm, preferably with SPF protection and softening ingredients. They will provide your lips with maximum comfort.
Catchy Summer Makeup With Black Eyeliner And Pencil
by @arber_bytyqi_mua by @arber_bytyqi_mua
Look, here are some DIY makeup ideas for you by pro-makeup artist Arber Bytyqi. Once again, be sure that your pre-makeup ritual includes exfoliating, moisturizing, and applying plenty of SPF – the key to stunning pretty summer makeup is healthy skin, after all. Summer makeup is all about being fresh and fun.
Natural Summer Pretty Makeup
by @muavee
Natural makeup is a classic that will never go out of style! It will favorably emphasize the natural beauty and freshness of your skin in the summer. To create a natural make-up, I recommend using the trendy colors like beige and pink. Mascara, bronzer and a little gloss on your lips are a great combination for your everyday look. And if you still need to even out your complexion tone, as I have already noted above, it is better to give up heavy foundations for the summer. Use BB cream to create an even tone and hide imperfections.
Pretty Eye Makeup For Summer
by @itsisabelbedoya by @cesarmushi by @arber_bytyqi_mua by @arber_bytyqi_mua
Your eyes are going to be very expressive and hypnotizing with these summer eyemakeup ideas! I think every girl dreams about it, and you can replicate any of these looks as well! Go ahead, experiment with your appearance! Nobody likes boredom and monotony...
Fabulous Lipstick For Your Bright Summer
by @feyisoge by @elenitekeste by @lucianemarinhomakeup
In my selection of pictures you will find some colors of lipstick and lip gloss that you probably could not even imagine, like ShineOn Lip Jelly Non-Sticky Gloss by Tower 28 Beauty, or Choco Latte Shake Vegan Lip Gloss by NYX Cosmetics. And if you’ve never tried to wear a bright lipstick, do not be afraid to do it. They are a perfect fit for the evening stroll on a warm summer night! Promise, you are going to feel different – more confident and attractive!
Cat Eyes Makeup For Summer
by @duo_beauty_ by @duo_beauty_
There is something feline about every lady, and I'm not going even to try denying it. One of the best proofs to the point is the invention of such a pretty thing as cat-eye makeup. When the summer hits, you can sport the look in any shade you like, although nude tones are still the trending ones.
Makeup Ideas With Colorful Eyeliner
by @yourstylishself by @yourstylishself
The upcoming season is going to bring in a lot of pretty makeup looks, and that is simply marvelous. If you are an eyeliner makeup fan, I suggest that you put your black liner aside for a while and give in to that color festival that the summer brings!
Juicy Bright Makeup Ideas
by @melissasamways by @melissasamways by @pinkperception by @makeupbyevva by @pinkperception by @pinkperception by @pinkperception
As you see, there are so many ideas of pretty makeup for summer and I've just found the most popular and easy-to-apply ones. It’s time for you to diversify the types of makeup you wear because when the weather makes it more pleasant to venture out, there’s a good chance you’ll be going out every night!
FAQ: Pretty Makeup
How do I keep my makeup from melting in the summer?
- Use primer that is suitable for your skin type: hydrating or matte primer.
- Replace full coverage foundation for tinted sunscreen, tinted moisturizer, BB cream or CC cream.
- Pencil eyeliner smudges easily in hot weather, choose rather a gel or liquid one.
- Powder blush or bronzer lasts longer than a crème product.
- Setting spray is another product that will keep your makeup from melting.
What is tinted sunscreen for?
Tinted sunscreen fulfills the role of a usual sunscreen, which is blocking UV and blue light therefor preventing premature aging. Tinted sunscreen, in its turn, can be used to even out the skin tone and can be applied with or instead of foundation. Moreover, tinted sunscreen moisturizes skin and doesn’t clog pores making it a perfect alternative for summer.
How do you make fake freckles?
Freckles look amazing with any summer makeup. People who naturally don’t have freckles can use several products to get them temporally.
- Use brown eyebrow pencil or brown matte eyeshadow to scatter dots chaotically onto your face. Tap with your fingertip to blend them out.
- Use natural henna (test before applying), put some dots on your face, let dry for one hour, remove henna.
- Use self-tan. Dip stippling brush into the tan, dab over your face, leave for a few hours, rinse.
- Cosmetics comprise a range of products that are used to care for the face and body or to enhance or change the appearance of the face or body. Source
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