More isn’t necessarily better, and that goes for makeup too. Especially during the summer, a fresh-faced make-under with gorgeous, barely-there shades is the ideal summer look. Just a few clever products and time-saving tips will give you a healthy, natural glow that goes from day to night and leaves you looking done—not done up.
1. Avoid bold colours and stick with soft, neutral shades.
2. Instead of concealer, foundation and powder, use a tinted moisturizer for simple, even coverage that looks dewy and fresh all day.
3. Use a shimmery blush for a delicate, healthy glow on the cheekbones, as well as a highlighter on the brow bone and down the center of the nose. I love Benefit Sugar Bomb, the delicate shades of peach, plum and rose blend beautifully and are flattering for almost every complexion. To complete the look, apply a bit of champagne coloured shadow on the corner of the inner eyes and brow bone for bright, sparkling eyes.
4. For soft summer lips, use muted shades of lipgloss, and avoid strong, dark colours. I’m a big fan of Lancome’s new Juicy Tubes 100% Natural Origin lip gloss. Made with 100% natural ingredients, flavors, fragrances and coloring agents, summer’s hot shades include Sheerfully Sweet and Blushing Beauty.
5. For nighttime, add a bronzer with shimmer for glow, and a darker, creamier lipcolour, like Love Devotion from Nars.