Just because the sun is out, it doesn’t mean you can’t go out, looking fresh and gorgeous! As you plan all your fun fiestas, exciting trips, and indoor get-togethers, Vidhi Arya from Professional Beauty India brings you the perfect guide for summer-proof makeup.
With increasing temperatures, blaring sunshine, and unbearable humidity, the last thing anyone wants is melting makeup. Dripping foundation, fading concealer, and smudged lipsticks are truly a nightmare. However, there are a few simple tips that you need to keep in mind. With these easy hacks, your makeup will not just look flawless but also, last longer.
Start Right with The Right Skincare
Skincare is a must throughout the year. Indulge in proper AM and PM skincare as per your skin type. To take good care of your skin during summer, use hydrating cleansers, pore-tightening toners, hydrating and brightening serums, along with gel moisturisers. Remember, sunscreen is non-negotiable and you must not skin the same, come what may.
Pro-tip: Opt for gel-based, non-sticky formulas in skincare to control oil and sebum production.
Furthermore, every once in a while, scrub your face thoroughly to remove all gunk, sebum, and dirt from your face. Follow it up with hydrating masks. Properly preparing your skin to take the wrath of the weather will ensure good skin health. This, in turn, will also ensure your makeup sits better on your skin and lasts longer.
Be Pro Primer for Summer-Proof Makeup
The main objective of using a primer is to create a flawless, smooth, and even canvas for the makeup. A good quality primer will not only help to hold the makeup together for longer but will also ensure it doesn’t budge.
A primer becomes all the more important for ensuring summer-proof makeup. It will hold your makeup for longer, ensuring that sweat and humidity don’t melt it as easily.
Pro-tip: Opt for mattifying or sebum-absorbing formulations
Don’t Over Do
Rather than trying to ace the base by using a good amount of foundation and concealer, choose to go light. Too much layering during summer is one of the main reasons for the melting of makeup. Make basic switches, for instance, use a BB or CC cream instead of a foundation. Try to achieve lightweight and basic looks like a no-makeup look. Or, you can completely skip the base and use a good blush, gloss, and mascara for a popping effect.
Pro-tip: Choose products that are sweat-proof and water-proof. Try to opt for powder products instead of cream ones.
Be Wary of the Products You Use
For the summer season, you need to pay a little extra attention to the products you choose. For your eye makeup, use water-proof and smudge-proof mascara and eyeliner. Use a smudge-proof lipstick that’s also long-lasting. Gloss is an excellent option for summers to achieve a fresh, dewy finish. For other products such as highlighter and blush, powder formulations should be your top pick.
Touch it Up with a Powder
Once you’re done with the base, set it with a face powder. The benefits of face powder in summer go beyond setting the makeup in place. A powder will lend a matte, oil-free look to your face. This is specifically true for oil-prone areas such as T-zone, cheeks, nose, and chin.
Pro-tip: Don’t be afraid to touch up your makeup with a face powder every now and then for a smooth, oil-free look.
Set Your Summer-Proof Makeup with a Setting Spray
If you really want summer-proof makeup, don’t leave the house without using a setting spray. The reason? Again, so that your makeup stays in place for longer, despite the sweat. Depending on the final look that you wish to achieve, you can go for a dewy or a matte one. Hold the spray nearly 10-12 inches away from your face, spritz it all over your face, and wait for it to dry. And voila, you’re all set to go out and enjoy!
