Makeup for the summer

Not only fashion and taste, but also the seasons dictate the choice of cosmetics. Although the weather in summer has been inconsistent lately, some of the recommendations of stylists are relevant for both hot and rainy summers.

Summer is a time of freedom and naturalness. Makeup is aimed at creating an image of lightness and simplicity. It is characterized by a warm and delicate range of matte shades, minimal use of decorative products. Since the skin suffers from overdrying and ultraviolet radiation in the heat, additional functions of makeup are moisturizing and sun protection.

Summer is associated with relaxation and freedom, but it also brings with it unpleasant moments that affect the general condition of the skin. At this time of the year, allergic reactions occur more often, forcing either to completely abandon the usual makeup, or to limit yourself to a minimum of the necessary funds. The skin sweats more actively, becomes greasy more quickly, and makeup should be applied with regular renewal or adjustment in mind. From the heat, the skin is dry and flaky, if the pores become clogged, and inflammation occurs in this place. To prevent these troubles, make-up for the summer should be well thought out.

First you need to prepare the skin: use cleansing masks with an anti-inflammatory effect, decoctions of medicinal herbs (calendula, chamomile, string), apply a scrub 1-2 times a week. Moisturizer should be applied morning and evening. Cosmetics used during the day should be chosen with a high SPF factor.

The aesthetics of summer makeup is based on the following principles:

• matte smooth skin, without burdening with layers of foundation and powder;
• warm pastel colors the predominance of natural shades associated with summer: golden, bluish, peach, caramel;
• usage protective and moisturizing agents.

Cosmetics for the summer should be chosen, focusing on these features. It is advisable to abandon the foundation, if the condition of the skin allows it. It is better to use matting powder with absorbents that eliminate oily sheen and stay on the skin for several hours.

Fashionable spring-summer makeup, while maintaining the classic principles, is distinguished by some bold decisions:

• arrows on the eyelids of traditional (black, brown) and other tones, highlighting the lower eyelid with eyeliner;
• coral, plum, bronze, peach, cream and chocolate eyeshadows;
• maximum light and natural make-up in nude style;
• cheeky makeup in metallic style (using shiny shadows and lipstick shades of precious metals);
• screaming red lips with a minimum amount of shadows and mascara on the eyes;
• flashing prominent parts of the face with shimmers and highlighters (strobe technique);
• usage shadows of the same tone with blush;
• usage rhinestone;
• makeup smoky eyes;
• laying down eyebrow hairs up.

Funds that you can use in the summer must meet the following criteria:

• water resistance;
• hypoallergenicity;
• the ability to moisturize and protect from ultraviolet radiation.

Since the pencil holds better than shadow, it can be used for soft eye makeup, blending the strokes well. If it contains nylon, then this is for the better: such a composition is more elastic, rolls less.

Mascara should be waterproof, and it is better to choose blue or brown shades. It is advisable to completely abandon the liner: it spreads faster and gives the impression of sloppiness.

In the evening, lipstick should be replaced with gloss, and for daytime makeup, you can use products with beeswax. If you prefer lipstick, then choose one that provides a long-lasting satin finish in a natural shade. If the lipstick is kept in the refrigerator for a while, its durability increases.

• Attention should be paid to colorful eyeliners "Grandiose Liner" by Lancome, which will allow you to draw arrows of colors that are relevant this season - for example, fuchsia (shade 04 Fuschia Matt).
• Don't miss the limited edition mini collection "Mademoiselle Dreams" by Chanel, including 2 varieties of lipstick. They are complemented by varnishes of the corresponding shades.
• Chanel also released a new collection of 24 lip glosses with a non-sticky texture, smoothing effect. They visually enlarge the lips. These products have a nourishing and moisturizing composition and perfectly care for lips in the hot season.

Dior launches new beauty line Care & Dare. The Dior collection consists of:

• bronzing powder 2 shades;
• 2 updated eyeshadow palettes;
• 3 eye sticks;
• lipstick setAddict Gel Lacquer Stick» 20 trendy shades that will help you put the last lacquer finish on your lips.

• Already on sale is a new matte lipstick from MAC from the collection Color Rocker Lipstick Collection Spring. These are 28 different colors (including blue, gray and even black).
• New makeup line "Terracotta" by Guerlain will help to give the face a healthy tanned look. The collection includes luminous and matte bronzers Terracotta Powder Collector, contours, bronzers and highlighters for the face Terracotta Powder Sun Trio, self-tanning spray "Terracotta Sunless Body Selftan", foot lotion with toning effect "Terracotta Jolies Jambes Flawless Legs Lotion" 2 shades.

The manufacturer also presented its collection of cosmetics Tom Ford. The series is called "Soleil Makeup Collection Summer" and consists of:

• bronzers of 3 varieties;
• self-tanning gel;
• bronzer stick with a brush;
• double shadows;
• tinted lip balm;
• palettes for eyes and cheeks;
• highlighter.

Given the trends of the current season, the German brand Babor released a series of summer masks and peels with an exotic aroma and based on essential oils of monoi, which increase skin elasticity.

When choosing cosmetics, the basic rules are the same for any season:

• quality;
• hypoallergenicity;
• matching your skin type.

There are a number of requirements for cosmetics for the summer, namely:

• a fairly high SPF factor;
• moisturizing and softening;
• water resistance.

All reputable brands meet these requirements. Your task is to choose the most suitable product. If you want to look tanned, but are afraid of long exposure to the sun, bronzers will come to your rescue. If you prefer to maintain the radiance of fair skin even in the midst of the heat, your makeup should be characterized by light pearlescent shades. To achieve this effect, use highlighters, concealers, light matting powder.

To understand how to do makeup in the heat, you need to know what problems you will encounter. You need to figure out how to avoid them.

• Problem #1 - make-up spreading from the heat.Indeed, the question often arises of how to properly make up if the eyeliner is spreading, the shadows are crumbling or rolling, and the skin itches under a layer of cosmetics. Primer will help maintain the quality of makeup, which is applied to the face first after you have cleansed and moisturized the skin.
• Problem #2 - skin that quickly begins to shine in the heat. At high temperatures, the sebaceous glands work more intensively, an unnecessary oily sheen appears on the skin. Applying foundation layer by layer is not a way out of the situation. The third layer mercilessly slips, the skin under such a cover breathes worse. The way out is to use water-based products that do not prevent the skin from breathing, or use anti-shine powder and matting wipes. This will help you feel more comfortable and will not ruin the beauty of your makeup.

The trends of modern makeup are such that priority is given to delicate matte shades. This applies to both shadows and lipstick, blush. The current image is a natural and healthy look, a soft and calm range of shades, purity and even skin tone.. This summer, light is in fashion, so do not get carried away with acid tones of clothing or flashy makeup. One thing should be bright on the face - either lips or eyes.

If we are talking about evening makeup, then its contrasting solution can be justified. Made by an experienced hand, such a make-up enlivens an even, pale glow of the face. In this regard, colored arrows look very impressive, allowing you to emphasize the beauty of the eyes, to “open” the look. It is better to apply them not with mascara, but with a soft eyeliner, shading or leaving a clear line.For brunettes, a purple make-up solution is suitable, for blondes - in gray-blue or silver, and a warm range will emphasize the dignity of a brown-haired woman.

• Professionals advise in summer, use natural light shades in makeup. Shades that have a creamy texture are preferred, and it is better to use mascara not black, but brown (or even purple).
• This summer's fashion is paradoxical. Perhaps the lack of sunny days and the cold start of the summer season affected, but golden shadows and glitters are back in fashion. They should be combined with light transparent tonal products and lipstick in a natural shade.
• A rather controversial trend of the current season - highlighting the lower eyelid with eyeliner. Turquoise, silvery, greenish arrows drawn along the lash line are very fashionable, but they must be combined with delicate shades of shadows, tones and lipstick.
• To create a memorable evening make-up make-up artists recommend using tones ranging from bluish plum to pink purple - of course, taking into account the color of the eyes and combining bright shadows with a soft shade of lipstick.

• Hot weather for oily skin is a real challenge. Therefore, with the onset of dry hot weather, thoroughly clean the pores, make drying and anti-inflammatory masks. You need to choose your foundation very carefully, it should not clog pores. Use a primer, water-based foundation, mask redness with a greenish corrector. A lifesaver on hot days will be a colorless anti-shine powder that does not require multi-layer application during the day.
• Home remedies for matting the skin are available to anyone, so do not neglect herbal infusions (sage, chamomile, calendula, St. John's wort), make cucumber masks, as well as masks with beaten egg white.
• The novelties of the summer season suggest that a natural tan is wonderful. If you protect your skin from the scorching sun, but want to be in trend, use bronzers, which not only give the skin a healthy tan, but also moisturize and protect it from ultraviolet radiation.
• If you managed to tan naturally, use a moisturizer, ditch the powder, maintain makeup in light golden tones that highlight the radiance of tanned skin.

The choice of cosmetics (including summer ones) is a delicate matter. A proven tool suits one and does not suit others at all. High-quality makeup products are quite expensive, the selection process must be conscious. It is unacceptable to buy something just because this product is actively advertised or a friend liked it.

You can use swatches to determine if foundation or lipstick is right for you. A swatch is a photo or video showing how a cosmetic is used. You will be able to more easily understand how, say, foundation or bronzer will look on the skin of a certain type, a particular shade. In this way, you will avoid disappointment and do not spend more effort than required. The only thing you can't tell with swatches is if a particular product irritates you.

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