During the summer it's hot and caking on a bunch of makeup is the last thing on my mind. Let's face it though...a girl still has to look good! Doing my makeup is one of my favorite things! I could be wearing my pajamas with messy hair, but my face is still going to look good! I've managed to come up with a routine that really works for me in this hot, humid South Carolina weather. It doesn't take me too long and my skin always looks fresh and feels good. Listed are some of my essential products for my summer makeup routine.
1. L'Oreal Magic Lumi Light Infusing Primer - This primer is perfect for prepping my skin for foundation after I moisturize. I use THIS to moisturize my skin and THIS to moisturize around my eyes prior to applying my primer. I love this primer because it always gives my skin a glow. Perfect for summertime!
2. MAC Face and Body Foundation - I picked this foundation up at the Cosmetic Company Outlet months back and I have been loving it ever since. It's says it's a sheer coverage foundation, but it's totally buildable! It provides a satin like finish. For me, it's the perfect summer foundation. It feels light on the skin and adds to that summer glow. I can't stand a cakey feeling foundation!
3. Sigma F80 - Everyone should already know how amazing this brush is, but if you don't...GO GET IT NOW! This brush is perfection when it comes to blending in foundation. I do use THIS to smooth out certain areas like around my nose and eyes.
4. MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural - I use this to set my foundation with THIS brush. You could even use this as foundation alone if you don't care for liquid. THIS would be a good brush if you are using this as a foundation.
5. ABH Contour Kit - I've been a huge contour freak lately! It just adds so much dimension to your face! You can make your face look 100 times slimmer by contouring. Hate your nose because you feel it's too big?...CONTOUR! I use the Light to Medium kit because let's face it's...I'm lily white!
6. MAC Fix+ - I love this product! This is what I use to set my makeup! I like to do it prior to applying mascara though! TIP: After spritzing your face with Fix+, use a hair dryer to dry your face. I can't stand waiting for the Fix+ to dry on it's on and have found this works like a charm!
7. ABH Brow Wiz - BEST BROW PENCIL EVER. PERIOD. I have very thin, sparse eyebrows so if I don't fill in my brows, it looks like I don't have any! Brows in my opinion are the most important thing! They frame your face and make you look 100% better and more youthful! I use the brow wiz in Light Brown and found that it's perfect whether I'm a blonde or brunette.
8. ABH Clear Brow Gel - Gotta set those brows! If you are going to take the time to draw those things on, you better set them honey! I luckily don't have out of control bushy brows, but in this humidity, better safe than sorry!
9. Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick (Summer Angel) - This has been my go to lipstick and shade for the summer. It's a pretty sheer nude with a bit of shimmer. It's very moisturizing! It's not the best at lasting power, but I don't mind having to reapply because it feels so nice on the lips!
I always switch up what eye makeup, blush or highlight I use depending on what I'm wearing or my mood for the day. Some of my favorites lately have been MAC Eversun Beauty Powder Blush (I think this was limited edition - possibly could find it at the Cosmetic Company Outlet though!) and MAC Soft and Gentle for highlight. Sometimes if I'm being lazy, I'll brush some of the Soft and Gentle on as my eyeshadow.
What are you go to makeup products for the summer?
Love,
Ashley
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