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As the weather is warming up, it’s normal to worry about how long your makeup will actually last throughout the day. Why sacrifice a cute summer makeup look for the heat? Test out these tricks to keep your makeup lasting all day in the heat.
Primer, Moisturiser and Setting Spray
These steps are always most essential in a makeup routine, but we should really be prioritising them in the hotter months. Just like priming a canvas before you paint, taking extra care with your base will help out with the longevity of your makeup look.
Concealer Instead of Foundation
Concealer is often more lightweight than foundation. Opting to use a little more concealer as a replacement for foundation will keep your face feeling lighter, as well as avoiding creasing and melting. Focus on specific areas, such as your eyes, chin, nose and any blemishes, rather than applying it everywhere like you would with foundation. Don’t forget to set it with powder!
Layer Textures
Much like how we apply powder on top of foundation, this method can be used for other steps to really keep everything in place! If you use cream blushes or liquid contour, applying the same product in powder-form will set your makeup in place.
Blot Your Makeup!
One of the easiest ways to ensure your makeup is truly set into your skin, particularly foundation, is to use a beauty blender to apply. Rather than your regular makeup brush, blot your foundation and concealer in. This way it’s really setting into your skin, rather than just becoming an additional layer. You can pick up beauty blenders from any makeup store or supermarket!
Try a Lighter Makeup Look
As a last resort, you can always opt for a slightly lighter makeup look! Of course, we would all love to stick to our full beat but you can often create a similar look using less products. Opting for a lighter look will help you avoid creasing, melting, etc.
Enjoy the sun, and don’t forget to wear sunscreen!
with love,
becky
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