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Summer is finally here again. As the most awaited time of the year for some people, everyone would want to make the most out of season. Despite the relentless heat and scorching hot sun, summer has so many wonderful things to offer. Hence, it is no surprise that many still look forward to the activities and having fun. But with melting foundation, smeared mascara, and extra oily skin, it might as well be an awful moment to some.

Thus, if you have been there, fret not because you are not alone. This is because it’s probably safe to say that almost everyone has experienced a bad makeup day in summer. So, with that in mind, we have collated some useful tips that can make your makeup stay put even when sweating during the day.

Use the Right Moisturizer as the Base

The most crucial thing to remember is that a good makeup look does not rely only on makeup products. Skincare products also play an important role, mainly moisturizers. It’s no secret that the right moisturizer can give you a flawless base; that’s why you must properly prep the skin before using any makeup products.

Some experts recommended using oil-free moisturizer in the morning and matching it with an oil-free foundation. This duo helps prevent your face from getting greasy throughout the day, especially when exposed to the sun for a long time.

With the vast array of moisturizers available on the market, it may be confusing to pick one that works for you. So, the next time you are looking for an oil-free moisturizer, try the non-comedogenic, which is less likely to give you acne breakouts.

Use the Sunscreen

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Sunscreen is the most essential product you must wear all year round. To make sure that your skin is hydrated and fully protected from the sun, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

However, since you sweat more during summer and the temperature is hotter, you might have to reapply the sunscreen more than you previously did. Many experts state that you should reapply every four hours when you are indoors. However, when you are out under the sun, you should reapply the sunscreen every two hours or every time you sweat.

Reapplying with your makeup can be hard especially when you are out and about. Therefore, you should try spray-on sunscreen, so you don’t have to clean the makeup every single time you want to reapply the sunscreen. Besides giving you instant protection against the sun, spray-on sunscreen also gives your face a refreshing boost.

Check out this Cetaphil Sunscreen

Use Waterproof Products

It does not matter how and where you are celebrating the summer, whether it’s the beach or in the city, but waterproof products are essential for flawless-looking makeup. This is because you are going to sweat a lot, and without products that can control the sweating, your whole face will be smudged.

For instance, if you like swimming and want to make sure that the makeup stays put the whole time, switch your current makeup products to the waterproof version (if there are any). This way, you get to enjoy playing in the pool as long as you want to and don’t have to worry about smudging your makeup.

Tone Down Your Makeup Routine

One thing to note is that sometimes less is more. Since summer is all about being under the blazing sun, full-face makeup might not be the best idea for you. At some point, it will feel too heavy and may be creasing throughout the day. However, this can be prevented by keeping your makeup as light as possible.

Furthermore, some suggest that light yet flawless-looking makeup means wearing sunscreen, a tinted moisturizer, following up with a concealer, and face powder. In addition, when choosing a concealer, try to find an oil-free formulation and matte coverage to give you optimum coverage, just as it will look when using the foundation.

Use Bronzer for Extra Glow

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If you want to add a natural summertime radiance with a bit of warmth to your face, then the bronzer is exactly what you need. Bronzer helps make the eyes look brighter and makes the face look fresh as well as natural.

For the best result, experts recommended applying the bronzer to the high points of the face; forehead, cheekbones, chin, and nose. These are the spots where the sun will naturally hit you. Moreover, the best time to apply the bronzer is when your makeup has been set for a few minutes. First, swirl the brush on the compact and tap off the excess powder. Then, sweep the brush to complete a number ‘3’ starting from the temple, down to the cheekbone and the jawline.

In addition, try to find a powder bronzer as it is the easiest to apply and is more likely to stay put during the summer heat. Apart from that, an important tip is to not cover every nook and cranny as this will give you a fake look which is a huge common mistake.