Keeping it Fresh this Summer Season!

School's out people! All you summer loving gals are definitely up for basking in the sun and enjoying months of freedom from homework, papers, and late night study sessions.

 Of course you can't just go out bare-faced. A little makeup will always do you good especially when your crush is just around the block. But with the smoldering heat, going out on full makeup is a big no-no. You'll have your face melting the moment you step out of the house. 

So what's the best way to enhance your looks this summer? By going Au Naturale of course! The barely there makeup look will keep you looking fresh and glowing without putting on a ton of powders, creams and gels on your face and neck. Here's how you can achieve it:


1. Keep Your Face Squeaky Clean

Nothing compares to working on a clean canvass. Keep yo u face free of dirt and oil not just this summer but all seasons of the year. Remember that good skin care makes you put on lets you put on less makeup because there'll be less to cover up.

Maintain the skincare mantra: Cleanse-Tone-Moisturize. Wash your face in the morning and at night using your favorite cleanser, remove microscopic dirt using a toner, and don't forget to pamper your face and neck with moisturizer.

Tip: pamper your face and neck with an ice facial before putting on any makeup. This will constrict your pores and minimize facial swelling.



2. Say "NO" to Foundation

Summer makeup is light, fresh and natural so there's no need for heavy foundation. Instead, use a tinted moisturizer to even out your skin tone and to give your skin more moisture. Choose a tinted moisturizer with SPF and/or sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Don't forget to set it with translucent powder.






3. Conceal Imperfections

If you have dark circles under your eyes or pimple marks that are yet to vanish from this earth, try neutralizing them first with your trusted concealer. Remember to apply with a patting motion and don't rub it on you delicate eye area.









4. Brighten Up your Eyes

Use eye brighteners instead of dark shadows. Line your eyes lightly with either brown or black eyeliner. If you're feeling adventurous, use  colored eyeliner like blue or green to make your eyes pop. And don't forget to curl y our lashes to make your eyes open up.








5. Bloom with Blush

While powder blushes are easy to control, opt for either a cheek stain or gel blush that won't come sliding down your face with the heat. They have more staying power and they appear more natural giving you a glow from within. If you're on the warmer side, use bronzer instead to give you an unmistakable glow.

Tip: If you want to achieve the tanned look without exposing yourself to harmful sun rays, you can use bronzer to highlight your nose, cheeks, chin and forehead. Don't forget your neck, your arms and your legs too!




6. Go for Sweet Lips

Always wear lip balm with SPF and/or sunscreen. Your kissers need special attention too you know. For color, you can use a peachy lip gloss or lipstick to keep your look subdued yet sweet. Alternatively, you can use a lip stain instead to achieve that just-bitten look.