Fresh & Clean Summer Beauty
By Mary Elise Chavez
Posted Tuesday, July 11th, 2006
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Summer is a great time for relaxation, recreation and renewal. If you're like most of us, you probably take advantage of the longer days and warm weather to enjoy extra time with family and friends.
While enjoying the hot, lazy days of summer, keep in mind that different beauty rules apply. Here are a few tips to keep you looking as good as you feel!
Sweltering heat and humidity can wreak havoc with your summer makeup. Foundation may seem to melt or liquefy, and no powder stands up to those little beads of sweat that collect around your hairline. A modification of your regimen may be in order, and a few tricks will get you through a midday makeup meltdown.
Basic Steps:
1. Skip the foundation, if possible, and opt for a tinted mosturizer. If foundation is necessary, limit application to the center of the face, steering clear of the hairline.
2. Consider switching to an oil-free forumla during the summer months or dilute your everyday foundation with an oil-free mosturizer. This lighter coverage will fare better when temperatures heat up.
3. Dust any coverage with a little loose powder. Use blush sparingly, letting your sun-kissed cheeks grab the attention.
4. Blot any perspiration or oil buildup with non-powdered blotting papers. Or substitute a clean tissue, pressing gently into moist areas.
5. Remove under-eye foundation or powder buildup with a clean cotton swab. Resist the temptation to reapply unless you feel it absolutely necessary.
6. Reapply loose powder only. Pressed powder has the tendency to cake and clump when hit with moisture.
Tips:
1. Keep lips protected and mosturized. Use a lip balm that has an SPF and consider switching to a mositure-rich lipstick.
2. Battle summer blemishes with a superior nighttime treatment so there's less reason to cover up come morning.
3. Put sunscreen on before you apply your foundation or mix a few drops in with the foundation and it will stay put all day! This doesn't work with foundations with built in sunscreen.
4. Set your makeup with a spray water - Evian has one in many drugstores. A fine mist will set all your products and keep your makeup fresh-looking, longer.
Warnings: Oil-free forumlas may make dry skin drier.
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