Personally, I hate the feeling of heavy makeup on my face while I'm running in the heat or swimming on a toasty day. Not only does it clog my pores, but it also mixes with my sweat and runs off my face. Yum.
In order to avoid this summer makeup mayhem, try these tips for easier makeup and a brighter face this summer!
1. Vouch for little to no foundation. Try a tinted moisturizer or a BB cream. Lindsay loves the Garnier Skin Renew Miracle Skin Perfector B. B. Cream, but another great option is mineral makeup, which can survive sweating and even contact with water. If you want extra coverage with concealer, try a dry formula that will dry into the skin and top it off with a mineral-based powder.
2. Instead of powder blush, try using your tinted lip balm on your cheeks instead. Not only will this give your cheeks some color, but it will also add a healthy shine. Grandma wasn't kidding when she used her lipstick as blush--it really works!
Make sure your tinted lip balm has SPF in it for extra sun protection for both your lips and cheeks. My favorite is the tinted Nivea lip balms...Lindsay got me into those. ;)
3. A super important step is filling in your eyebrows! The thicker your eyebrows look, the younger you appear, so don't be afraid to fill them in a little more than normal for that boho look. Make sure only the amount of application changes, not the actual color. I suggest using powder and an angled brush for the most natural application.
4. Experiment with waterproof mascaras. There are lots of good options out there, but sometimes it can be a pain to spend a lot of money testing them out. I'd start with brands like Wet N' Wild or Rimmel, which I've heard have some great products despite their bad rep. I like Maybelline's Falsies a lot, but I know some people who it didn't do much for. That's why you have to play around with it and see what works well for you!
5. Invest in a bronzer that makes you look glowing, NOT orange. A good rule of thumb is to trust products that are a little more pricey to give a better glow; sometimes the cheaper bronzers are oompa loompas in a pot. I suggest using a bronzer in the hollows of your cheeks and along the jaw line for that "sun-kissed glow" everyone is talking about. :)
Mix and match these tips this summer for a fresh looking face...not to mention less time in front of the mirror and more time for the important things in life. :)
Don't forget sunscreen!
Remember that makeup isn't a necessity...it's just an accessory, an art form, a way to be creative.
YOU TELL ME:
What do you think of this summer's fashions? Too hippie, or just earthy enough?
