Summer Make-Up Essentials

“It’s getting hot in here…”

It’s summer and that means time to change your makeup routine. I by no means am a make-up artist. I like to call myself a Make-Up Enthusiast. Basically that means…I try.

Most of the tips and techniques I have learned, I have to credit to Cara Brook from Maskcara. If you haven’t had a chance to check out her blog, you definitely should! She is amazing! I will put a link to her blog below!

While I may not be a professional, I do know that during the summer you need to be careful. Otherwise, the beautiful face you just applied will melt right away. Trust me I have been there! For the summer, I like to adopt the philosophy of less is more. I know that not everyone will agree with me, but I just think that why put more on than you have to when it is already so gosh darn hot?

Tinted Moisturizer -  I am a big fan of tinted moisturizer for the summer. Right now, I am wearing Pur Minerals 4-in-1 Tinted Moisturizer and I love it. I like this for the summer because it is not so heavy. It does have less coverage than a normal foundation but I feel for summer you want that. You want something that can go from the office to the pool and then out for drinks and not feel like you have to reapply your whole look. Tinted Moisturizer is definitely that!

Bronzer - This is a must have all year, but especially in the summer! Bronzer allows you to have the sun-kissed glow, even if you are slaving away all day and unable to get outside! I go between two: Bahama Mama by theBalm and Rimmel's Natural Bronzer in Sun Bronze. Bahama Mama has darker undertones to it and is perfect for contouring your face (I will try and have a video up on that soon!). Rimmel's is my go to for everyday look. 

Cream Blush – This is another must have for summer. I love cream blush because I feel like it looks very natural. Also, another benefit, you can use it on your lips and it becomes a 2-in-1 and in summer the less you have to carry in your pool bag the better! I have used all sorts of cream blushes through the year but right now I am really liking Elf’s All Over Color Stick. This cream blush is a pretty pink color and has a little bit of shimmer, which is perfect for summer. The best part however…its $1.00. Yes, $1.00!

Gel Eyeliner – This one is a new one for me and I will tell you the truth I am still trying to get used to it. Gel eyeliner is great for the summer because it goes on smoother than a pencil or liquid and dries and stays put! I am trying out the Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Eyeliner in Chocolate Shimmer right now and while I am not completely sold, I will say it down smear down my face like the liquid or pencils do during the summer.

Sunscreen – This one may seem like an obvious beauty must have during the summer. However, we all know how easy it is to forget. I always try to put at least 50SPF on my face and 30SPF on my body (although sometimes it’s only 15SPF). Promise me if nothing else, you use this one! Trust me on this…I used to work in a tanning bed; you do not want to look 70 at 40!

Try my must haves out and let me know what you think?

Love Always,

Katie

P.S. Here is the link to the blog Maskcara. It is awesome! Check it out!