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Essential Techniques for Achieving a Breezy Summer Makeup Look

Want a fresh-faced, breezy summer makeup look? These easy techniques will keep your makeup light and glowing, perfect for those warm days.

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Why this worksSummer heat can melt away heavy makeup, making a light approach essential. Using sheer products allows your skin to breathe while still enhancing your features. The goal is to look effortlessly radiant without feeling weighed down.

The ritual, step by step

  1. Prep Your Skin Start with a clean, moisturised face. Use a lightweight sunscreen to protect your skin while adding a hydrating base for makeup.
  2. Use Tinted Moisturiser Swap heavy foundation for a tinted moisturiser. This evens your skin tone while keeping the finish fresh and dewy, perfect for summer.
  3. Cream Products Only Opt for cream blush and bronzer instead of powders. They blend seamlessly into the skin, giving a natural flush and warmth without the cakey look.
  4. Light Eyeliner or Mascara For eyes, keep it simple with a swipe of light eyeliner or just mascara. This enhances your eyes without feeling too heavy, keeping the focus on your natural beauty.
  5. Set with a Mist Finish with a setting spray or hydrating mist. This locks in your look while adding a refreshing boost throughout the day.
60-sec versionPrep with sunscreen, use tinted moisturiser and cream products, finish with a setting mist.

Where people go wrong

Many people apply too much product, which can lead to a heavy finish. Others forget to prep their skin, which can cause makeup to slide off. Finally, skipping a setting spray can lead to makeup fading in the heat.

The pro moveTry mixing your tinted moisturiser with a drop of liquid highlighter for an extra glow.
Check out the embedded video for a detailed summer makeup routine.

Shop the routine

Lightweight sunscreen Protects your skin without feeling heavy. Amazon → Tinted moisturiser Evens skin tone with a lightweight finish. Amazon → Cream blush Gives a natural flush that blends easily. Amazon → Hydrating setting spray Keeps makeup fresh and hydrated all day. Amazon →

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Good questions

What is the best sunscreen for makeup?

Look for a lightweight, non-greasy formula that works well under makeup.

How can I make my makeup last in summer?

Use a setting spray and opt for long-wear formulations for your products.

Can I use powder products in summer?

If you prefer powder, use it sparingly to avoid a cakey look and focus on lighter formulas.

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