Hello Lovelies,
I recently received a
request to do a post on how to minimise the effects that hot weather has on
your make-up and given that Australia has been going through some crazy heat
waves, I thought I better get onto it!
Now before I start
let's be realistic, you're never going to keep your make-up 100% heat proof,
but there are definitely ways to help minimise your face from becoming a slip
and slide for your make-up products. So without further ado - or before we have
another day of 40+ weather - let's get into it!
Below I've put
together some heat proof make-up suggestions, for you guys to check out. I
definitely recommend heading to your local Priceline/chemist - wherever you buy
your make-up - and just have a look at the different products. If it states
that it's "waterproof" then it's perfect for summer :)
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Tip 1. Less is more. This rule definitely applies during summer, I
recommend using a tinted moisturiser or a BB cream, instead of a foundation.
This will help minimise the chances of your make-up becoming cakey, from the
amount of powder you’ll often use throughout the day... If you're worried about
the coverage, you can always go in with concealer afterwards, to hide any
blemishes or dark circles you may have. Or if you're still uncomfortable about
the idea of a sheer coverage, you can also mix a little moisturiser in with
your regular foundation. My favourite is mixing in some of my regular day
moisturiser with my Maybelline SuperStay foundation.
Tip 2. Blotting paper
is your best friend. Any girl who has oily skin and has used blotting paper,
will be able to tell you just how good this little thing is. Blotting paper
will also help minimise the chances of your face becoming cakey, as you're
absorbing the oil and sweat - lovely, isn't it? - into the paper, instead of
just packing more and more powder on top of it.
Tip 3. Invest in
waterproof mascara - if you don't have one already, as well as waterproof
eyeliner. Waterproof products will contain a large amount of wax, which means
it will create a water resistant barrier, meaning you won't have to fret about
your mascara and eyeliner smudging down your face. Everyone knows unwanted
raccoon eyes, are never cute. Plus as an added bonus, waterproof mascara will also
hold the curl of your lashes for longer and it's perfect for the beach or the pool.
Tip 4. The one time
we actually want something to stain. An incredible product that I don’t think
is used enough is cheek and lip stains. With one tiny bottle, they double up as
a blush and a lip tint, meaning you don't have to worry about a powdery looking
blush, or a creamy formula smudging, as it will lightly stain the skin, so you
know it will stay put. Same goes for your lips, you'll no longer have to worry
about your pesky lipstick smudging over your lip line.
Tip 5. And last but
not least, prime, prime, PRIME! When it comes to make-up, using primers are a
key for keeping your make-up in place and creating a lovely base for anything
you put on top of it. I suggest using a face primer as it will help minimise
the chances of your foundation slipping and sliding, as well as an eye primer -
such as the Maybelline eye studio (above) - this will not only create a smooth
base and prevent creasing for any eyeshadow you place over, but the great thing
is, you can also use it alone, as they come in a wide variety of gorgeous
colours.
I hope these tips
could help you in achieving a sweat proof make-up look. Feel free to leave me a
comment below, or on Instagram or Twitter, if there are any other questions you
have
Stay tuned for
Thursday, where I'll be doing part 1 of 2 of a Valentine’s Day post :)
Veroniieecar xx :)
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