As summer approaches, some of us may be dreading the heat and humidity that accompanies the months to come. Whether you are sunbathing by the sea or dancing your days away at a music festival, you don’t want to look like a hot mess and feel your makeup dripping down your face as someone shouts ‘photo!’.
These five tips will help keep your makeup securely on your face and lasting all summer.
Wash your face twice a day
By washing your face twice a day, you are helping to remove all of the excess dirt and oil that has built up throughout the day, especially if you’ve been out in the hot sun. This regular cleansing will help keep your skin bright and clean for your makeup application the next day.
Use moisturiser
Moisturiser helps to hydrate the skin and create a smooth foundation which can be the perfect base for makeup application as it stops makeup sticking to dry areas and seeping into fine lines. If you do not wear moisturiser, your skin could dry out and create excess oil to combat the dryness which could result in unwanted blemishes and breakouts.
Primer
A key part of your makeup routine in summer is to prime your skin. Primers vary depending on your skin type but it can help give your makeup an air-brushed look, cover any pores and even combine with an SPF to save your skin from any harmful sun rays.
Waterproof mascara
With the heat pouring down on you and some days being more humid than others, investing in a waterproof mascara can save you any smudging embarrassments. This mascara will keep your eyes looking bold all day.
Setting spray
A setting sprays main purpose is to keep everything in place and so use it now when you need it more than ever. It will add an extra barrier of protection for your makeup against the heat and oil your skin may produce. Also, handy tip, by spraying some setting spray on your highlighter and eyeshadow brush before your apply, can make the pigment pop more!
