08/08/2019

6 Beauty Tips for Beating the Summer Heat

It’s hard to argue against the fact that summer is the best season— the leafy trees, vibrant, blossomed flowers, the warm, salty air, and the all-around good vibes of the season are the joyful welcome you waited all year for. However, with the warmer temperatures comes the increased sun exposure, which means sweating more.

Sweat is the body’s method of self-automated cooling, which is great but doesn’t do much for you in the makeup department. Whether you spend 10 minutes on your daily routine or an hour, you expect your makeup to stay in place all day. However, during the summer, you likely begin to find that closer to noon, your makeup is starting to look less sun-kissed and dewy and more post-workout sweaty.

Beating the summer heat is difficult when you also want to bask in its glory, but there are a number of ways you can sweat-proof your beauty routine and get through your day looking as fabulous as you started it.

Tip #1: Use primer to build a sweat-proof, slide-proof base

No matter what season or climate you’re living in, incorporating primer into your daily routine is a total must if you hope to get the longest wear possible. Primer is particularly great for the summer season because it helps you create a base for your makeup. Mattifying and smoothing primers are both excellent options for beginner primers.

Primers will perform differently based on your skin type, so be sure to do a bit of research to find your perfect primer instead of settling.

Our Favorite Primers:

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna: Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Primer
Pat McGrath Labs: Skin Fetish – Sublime Perfection Primer
Smashbox: Photo Finish Foundation Primer
Stila One Step Prime

Tip #2: Switch up your foundation format

Foundations come in many different forms. Between liquid, cream, powder, and stick foundations, the best options for the summer are the ones that are lighter than your everyday formula. Though it may seem logical to switch from liquid to a much lighter powder, you won’t want to sacrifice coverage. Instead, find a lighter-weight foundation format of your favorite formula for sweat-proof success.

Tip #3: Slather on the sunscreen

Before caking your face or applying a coat of primer, be sure to apply a generous coat of protective sunscreen. If there’s one thing that could easily screw up your beauty routine groove, it’s an unsightly burn. We recommend opting for a safe paraben-free sunscreen as your pre-primer moisturizer.

Tip #4: Stock up on long wear setting sprays

Setting sprays are heaven-sent products that will lock your make-up look in for hours and hours. These magic mists prevent your makeup from slipping and sliding all day long and leave you feeling confident hours after application. With a highly rated spray in hand, all you’ll need to do is apply a few spritzes about 8-10 inches away from your face, and create an “X” and “T” shape as you go. It’s truly that simple!

Our Favorite Setting Sprays:

Morphe: Continuous Setting Mist
Urban Decay: Summer Solstice All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray
Too Faced: Hangover 3-in-1 Replenishing Primer & Setting Spray
e.l.f.: Matte Magic Mist & Set

Tip #5: Apply eyeshadows with a damp brush

If your idea of summer glam means colorful eye looks, you’ll need to be strategic about the application to get the longest sweat-free and crease-free wear possible. Wet your eyeshadow brush before dipping into your favorite eyeshadow palette. When the pigment dries, it has a nice glazed finish that lasts longer than your regular application method.

Looking for some summer palette inspo? Try out these stunning palettes for your seasonal looks:

Anastasia Beverly Hills: Jackie Aina Palette
Urban Decay: Born to Run Palette
Lime Crime: Venus XL 2 Pressed Powder Palette
Too Faced: Natural Lust Naturally Sexy Palette

Tip #6: Keep blot sheets handy

When in doubt, blot it out. Keeping blotting papers in your pocket or in your purse. These secret weapons will let you pat away the sweat, shine, and oil whenever you’re in need of a refresher.