In the summer, our make-up routine needs to change. The humid, warmer weather is a challenge and it’s not a good look to have melting foundation, eyeliner and lipstick sliding down your face! Summer make up should be light and natural. Below are a few steps for creating a flawless light look this summer.
1. Primer
You should always apply a primer after your moisturizer (with SPF) and before your foundation. Primer sets your skin and provides a smooth base and it helps to keep your make-up in place all day. I recommend Inglot’s Under Make Up Base Foundation.
I love a good coverage foundation that can take me from morning to night; I’m completely obsessed at the moment by Irish company, Face-It products. Studio, their new Anti-Aging Foundation, is it light and natural and contains two magic ingredients; Duo-Peptides to help reduce the appearance wrinkles and NutriLayer, a natural extract which helps the skin retain its moisture level. This foundation lasts all day and I have to say it is by far my favorite product at the moment, I also love that Face-it is an Irish company.
2. Loose setting powder
Finish foundation with a light dusting of loose powder, especially on the forehead and nose. Setting powder absorbs oil, fights shine (especially on hot days/nights) and a little goes a long way. Apply using a large kabuki brush. Try High Definition loose setting powder from Face-it.
3. Bronzed babe
Bronzer is a must; it makes your eyes brighter and adds warmth, a glow and definition to your face. Be careful when applying bronzer – don’t be too heavy handed as you don’t want to look orange! Make sure to shake off excess and then apply to you face using a smaller brush. Suck in your cheeks and apply in a sweeping motion from hollows up to your cheek bone. Add a little to the top of your forehead and bridge of nose. You can’t go wrong with Rimmell Sun Bronze – I’ve used this for years!
4. Pretty blush
To give cheeks a natural, dewy flush, try a cream blusher. You can use with or without bronzer, depending on the look you want to achieve. For a natural look, dab a little on to your finger tips and tap onto the apples of your cheeks – make sure to blend well
5. Summer eyes
Natural pastel colors are bang on trend for summer 2012 and pinks look fabulous on darker sun-kissed skin. Try Face-it Crystal Pink all over the eye and then add Face-it Mulberry into the socket and outer corner of eyes in a half circle motion to add definition. If you want to turn your day look into night, simply add a darker grey shade of shadow to the eye socket blending upwards then sweeping under eyes and add some sparkle with Inglot Glitter Pots. I recommend using gel eyeliner, as it stays in place all night, and try swapping black for brown for a less severe summer look.
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6. Mascara
Swap your normal mascara for a waterproof one during the summer months, especially for holidays. Do not overload the lashes, aim for a natural sweep of color. Inglot have a new False Lash Effect Waterproof Mascara, which is lovely.
7. Tinting
I always tint my eye lashes dark black during the summer which means I don’t have to use lashings of mascara during the day! You can also tint your eye brows – it saves time and banishes the harsh look of pencil.
8. Lip-gloss
Finish your summer look with a slick of lip gloss, I adore Vaseline Rose –this little gem protects your lips and keeps them kissable with a lovely rose tint, perfect for summer days. If you want to add some wow factor for evening time try the fabulous Inglot Holographic Gloss, this changes colors and I love it for a night out!
Summer Makeup
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In the summer, our make-up routine needs to change. The humid, warmer weather is a challenge and it’s not a good look to have melting foundation, eyeliner and lipstick sliding down your face! Summer make up should be light and natural. Below are a few steps for creating a flawless light look this summer.
1. Primer
You should always apply a primer after your moisturizer (with SPF) and before your foundation. Primer sets your skin and provides a smooth base and it helps to keep your make-up in place all day. I recommend Inglot’s Under Make Up Base Foundation.
I love a good coverage foundation that can take me from morning to night; I’m completely obsessed at the moment by Irish company, Face-It products. Studio, their new Anti-Aging Foundation, is it light and natural and contains two magic ingredients; Duo-Peptides to help reduce the appearance wrinkles and NutriLayer, a natural extract which helps the skin retain its moisture level. This foundation lasts all day and I have to say it is by far my favorite product at the moment, I also love that Face-it is an Irish company.
2. Loose setting powder
Finish foundation with a light dusting of loose powder, especially on the forehead and nose. Setting powder absorbs oil, fights shine (especially on hot days/nights) and a little goes a long way. Apply using a large kabuki brush. Try High Definition loose setting powder from Face-it.
3. Bronzed babe
Bronzer is a must; it makes your eyes brighter and adds warmth, a glow and definition to your face. Be careful when applying bronzer – don’t be too heavy handed as you don’t want to look orange! Make sure to shake off excess and then apply to you face using a smaller brush. Suck in your cheeks and apply in a sweeping motion from hollows up to your cheek bone. Add a little to the top of your forehead and bridge of nose. You can’t go wrong with Rimmell Sun Bronze – I’ve used this for years!
4. Pretty blush
To give cheeks a natural, dewy flush, try a cream blusher. You can use with or without bronzer, depending on the look you want to achieve. For a natural look, dab a little on to your finger tips and tap onto the apples of your cheeks – make sure to blend well
5. Summer eyes
Natural pastel colors are bang on trend for summer 2012 and pinks look fabulous on darker sun-kissed skin. Try Face-it Crystal Pink all over the eye and then add Face-it Mulberry into the socket and outer corner of eyes in a half circle motion to add definition. If you want to turn your day look into night, simply add a darker grey shade of shadow to the eye socket blending upwards then sweeping under eyes and add some sparkle with Inglot Glitter Pots. I recommend using gel eyeliner, as it stays in place all night, and try swapping black for brown for a less severe summer look.
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6. Mascara
Swap your normal mascara for a waterproof one during the summer months, especially for holidays. Do not overload the lashes, aim for a natural sweep of color. Inglot have a new False Lash Effect Waterproof Mascara, which is lovely.
7. Tinting
I always tint my eye lashes dark black during the summer which means I don’t have to use lashings of mascara during the day! You can also tint your eye brows – it saves time and banishes the harsh look of pencil.
8. Lip-gloss
Finish your summer look with a slick of lip gloss, I adore Vaseline Rose –this little gem protects your lips and keeps them kissable with a lovely rose tint, perfect for summer days. If you want to add some wow factor for evening time try the fabulous Inglot Holographic Gloss, this changes colors and I love it for a night out!
Rachel O’Riordan | Ireland
Make-up Artist, Beauty Specialist
Forever Fabulous | Contact Rachel