Everyone of us falls into a dilemma when summer comes around. On one hand we long for those beach days and a summer tan but on the other hand we despise the sweat and humidity. And while sweat is a very important function of our bodies, it doesn’t change the fact that it messes everything up… From the clothes we pick, to the makeup we have on. For you fashionistas, here’s a helpful article to glance at while getting those summer styles right. But for the ones that hate the fact that summer quite literally puts a damper your makeup, we’ve got you covered!
Don’t break a sweat and scroll down to check out the few makeup essentials you need to keep your makeup in place on a hot summer’s day.
The Base
1. Innisfree, Tinted Moisturiser
A tinted moisturiser with a hydrating formula that’s lightweight, mild and goes on to give a natural looking finish.
2. Bobbi Brown, Skin LongWear Weightless Foundation (Mini)
If you’re absolutely sure about wearing foundations, here’s a 16-hour, medium coverage matte formula that won’t budge and won’t leave your face sticky and sweaty.
3. Asa Beauty, Finishing Powder
An ultra-lightweight finishing powder that has green tea leaf extract, avocado oil and other antioxidant properties. While protecting your skin from environmental damage it’ll also prevent it from dehydration.
The Add-ons
1. Forest Essentials, Cheek Tint
A sheer cheek tint with a mousse-like texture that’s easy to blend and has buildable coverage—the perfect pop of colour on a summer’s day!
2. Mascara
A great drugstore find that gives your lashes length, no clumps and volume all while being waterproof and great for the heat.
The finale—Sunscreen
A mineral-based sunscreen and allows for light-heavy coverage, leaves no casts and can be reapplied as many times as possible.
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