Summer has arrived, and with it the sweltering heat. This means you can count on your makeup sweating away. It’s something that we’ve all dealt with. But, the question is, do we really have to? In this post, I’m going to take a look at some tips that are going to keep your makeup from running allowing you to keep your summer glow all day long.
Choosing The Right Cream
The journey of summer makeup begins with choosing the right cream. Cream-based items are ideal for humid climates as they mix into the skin. Pick cream items over powder items as they hold fast to the skin better and don’t cake or streak when you’re perspiring. Cream items are perfect as they mix into the skin preventing any cosmetic mishaps. During the summer, light tones and watery creams will do wonders for the skin.
Don’t Apply Makeup So Soon After Showering
Do you apply makeup shortly after getting out of the shower? If so, I suggest you hold off and wait for your body to cool down. When you step out the shower your pores are still open and if you apply makeup too soon the makeup will clog your skin which can cause breakouts later. Instead, hold off until the skin is cool and your pores close some. If you’re in a hurry, sprinkle your face with cold water a couple of times prior to beginning your makeup routine.
Facial Mist Is A Savior
Face mist is the absolute best when it comes to cooling you down during the summer months. The best thing about facial mists is they are small enough to fit in your purse allowing you to mist yourself at the first sign of facial perspiration. Try these facial mists to help you quickly cool down.
EVIAN Natural Mineral Water Facial Spray (set of 3)
The Body Shop Coco Calming Face Mist
HERBIVORE Rose Hibiscus Hydrating Face Mist
Primer Is A Game-Changer
Primers are made to help makeup stick to the skin somewhat more. Applying prior to putting on your foundation, (which you should already be doing) will help smooth out your skin, even its tone, manage oiliness, and most importantly help maintain your beat throughout the day. Just make sure you’re keeping away from primers that are oil-based, remember you’re trying not to sweat out your face.
Use Liquid Eye Shadow
Summer heat makes cream-based eye shadows crease. To keep away from this issue, try utilizing liquid eyeshadows. Such shadows are not difficult to use and can also be applied to the cheeks as well. It’s immediately consumed by the skin and will stay for quite a while without smearing or softening.
Say No To Heavy Foundations
Heavy foundations are bound to dissolve and slip on hot, sweat-soaked skin. In the hotter months, change everything around to a lighter item that is oil-free and won’t be heavy on your skin. Try these lightweight foundations and tints this summer.
CLINIQUE Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15
Fenty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint
NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30
Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Foundation
Spray To Set
Setting spray sets your makeup alongside giving an increase of hydration to the skin. After you’ve applied your makeup, mist your face with a setting spray and let dry. The key with setting spray is to spritz it uniformly everywhere on the skin. During the summer months seek out water-resistant sprays as they will protect your face from sweat and humidity.
Less Equals More
During warmer months, our makeup neglects to pass the warmth challenge and starts to soften. You can avoid this by skipping a full face of makeup completely by going the route of less is more. Instead, apply a mix of saturating cream, concealer, and mascara and call it a day – don’t forget your SPF.
Keep Blotting Tissue With You
Regardless if you’re wearing a full face or just a hint of makeup you don’t want to leave home without blotting paper. You want to keep your makeup looking like you just left the house, not a face covered in sweat and oil. Whenever you feel sweat building, pat your face with a sheet of blotting paper to continue to look new and sparkle-free. Check out these highly-rated blotting papers.
Tatcha Aburatorigami Blotting Papers
NYX Professional Makeup Blotting Paper
Shiseido Oil-Control Blotting Paper
Fenty Invisimatte Blotting Powder
Wash Your Face With Lukewarm Water & Rinse With Cold
Washing your face with lukewarm water means that you will be opening your pores just enough to cleanse your face of dirt and oil. Doing a final rinse with cold water will help your pores close back up giving you a healthy glow. But did you know that using hot water, while it may feel good, will cause your face to create even more oil? The reason is that the hot water is stripping your skin of its natural oils and as a result, it will dry your skin out and produce even more oil as a way to replace the oil stripped away. This excess oil in addition to facial sweat brought on by the summer humidity will be a recipe for disaster for your face in the form of unwanted breakouts.
What are some of your tips to keep your makeup from running during the warmer months?
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