How to Apply Makeup in the Summer

The hot days of summer call for a shift in your makeup routine. When you pack away your winter clothing, it's time to switch to makeup that stays on your face in hot humid weather. Wear a fresh, sun-kissed look with golden-brown eye shadows and blushes in ruddy hues as the temperature rises.

Things You'll Need

• Mineral-based foundation
• Gel blush
• Waterproof mascara
• Warm toned eye shadow
• Lip-gloss
• Facial exfoliant
• Lightweight moisturizer with Sun Protection Factor (SPF) 15 or higher

Instructions

1. Start your makeup routine at night. Even though you're going to bed, that's the best time for a sunless tanner to work. Apply lightly to a clean face. Make sure you rub it in carefully around your hairline and lips to prevent streaks. A good sunless tanner will add color to your face and even out your skin tone.

2. Get rid of dead skin cells for the smoothest look. Choose a gentle facial exfoliant cleanser that you can use daily without irritating your skin.

3. Smooth moisturizer on a just-dried face. While moisture from your morning cleansing is still in your pores, lock it in by applying your moisturizer and giving it 10 minutes to "set" as you grab a glass of juice or select your clothing.

4. Dot on mineral-based makeup for sheer coverage that won't cake or run on hot days. Check foundation labels when choosing a summer makeup and avoid products that contain talc. You may choose to forego a foundation altogether by using a tinted moisturizer.

5. Accentuate your cheekbones with a sheer gel blush. For a sun-kissed look, place small dots of blush just under the ridge of your cheekbone and smooth on in an upward motion. Remove any excess blush that gets on your temples.

6. Finish your summer look with waterproof mascara and lip-gloss. Apply a light coating of mascara and blot with a tissue to remove clumps. Smooth on a quick application of lip-gloss and forget about lining your lips during the summer. Keep a spare lip-gloss in your handbag for frequent freshening during the day.

Tips & Warnings

• The trick to a successful summer face is to keep it light and let your skin breath. Heavy foundations and lipsticks can smudge and run.