We’re Summer Loving on These Seasonal Beauty Trends
Although we’re days away from the official start of summer, the warm weather has been here for a minute. Whether you’re waiting for that magical twenty-first day of June or you’ve been in vacation mode since Memorial Day Weekend, one thing’s for sure – it’s time to update your makeup bag.
Until next fall, gone are the days of heavy foundation saturated in powder. We can just feel the greasiness of it all—yuck. This summer, we’re focusing on the big three: a glowy base, rosy cheeks, and glossy lips.
First things first, sunscreen. No, you’re not skipping it this year; don’t even think about it. We’ve curated a list of sunscreens suitable for any skin type; more on that here.
After picking out your UV protection, it’s time to choose the base that will give you healthy, glowy (not oily) skin. Colourpop’s Liquid Lite Glow Drops let you choose between golden, rosy, or bronze, depending on your vibe. The weightless, non-sticky formula gives you this luminous, effervescent glow that would withstand the mid-July, hot summer nights Lana Del Rey fawns over.
This summer, warm tones are out, and cool tones are in. Rather than an overly warm, sometimes orangey contour, this summer we’re going for a seamless, model-lifted look that doesn’t leave a trace of product across our cheeks. To achieve this, Too Faced has the perfect Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer, that leaves you with a rich, natural-looking tan. Its long-lasting formula ensures you will be free of routine touch-ups throughout the day.
Also from the Too Faced family is their Cloud Crush Blush (try saying that three times fast). Formulated with a flower extract blend, the blush leaves you with a diffused, airbrushed-like finish that feels like second skin. Rosy cheeks are all the rage right now, so, paired with the proper cool-toned bronzer, the blush gives you a beautiful pop of color and acts as the star of your look. For the most “summer-like” shades, try “Velvet Crush,” a nude pink color, or “Tequila Sunset,” a pigmented yet not overpowering coral shade.
Now, on to everyone’s favorite part, lip gloss. Since you’re spending your days sipping on every drink under the sun, there’s no room for smudged lipstick and reapplying liner. Just in time for the season, Colourpop released their new So Juicy Plumping Glossy Lip Oil. The raspberry and strawberry oils help keep your lips moisturized, whereas the ceramides and peptides plump and smooth your lips for that gorgeous, kissable glossy lip.
While swapping out your wardrobe, make room in your makeup bag for these summer staples that are easy enough to bring on the go and work for any occasion. Happy (almost) summer.
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