I feel as though I have neglected my online diary for too long now, therefore I am delighted to be making a return! I have no excuse really, all I can blame are uni deadlines and summer beginning! Us British folk must enjoy the sun for as long as possible, it doesn't usually stick around for too long!!
After coming back from one summer holiday (AND getting ready for my second- oops!), I decided a holiday related post would be best! As I guess you can already tell, I absolutely love everything about summer- the warm days, the bright, long evenings & not to mention the wardrobe of summery dresses!! However, one thing I find almost annoying about summer (along with hayfever!) is having to change my whole makeup bag and makeup routine!
I'm guessing it's the change in temperature and humidity etc, but my makeup just does not want to stay put! It's even worse abroad, going for a nice meal or night out with family/friends/boyfriend, making myself look presentable to then find it sliding off my face!!! I hope I'm not the only one with this problem! Here are some of my favourite summer products both to try to combat this problem & to keep you looking lovely all summer long!...
1. Start from the bottom... Use a good primer.
I never used to be aware of primers but now that I have been using them for a few years, they have become one of those products I cannot be without! Previously I have used MAC's Prep & Prime Skin (£21.00 Debenhams), which was fab but what with saving for holidays etc I have had to reduce my budget!!! I have also heard good things about Smashbox's range of primers! However, for a budget primer, I would suggest Rimmel London Fix & Perfect (£6.99 Boots)
2. Hydrate your skin using a good moisturiser.
Moisturising is key, but especially when your skin is exposed to heat & sun, as they both have extreme drying effects! I suffer with extremely dry skin and Clinique Moisure Surge Intense is an absolute godsend! At £34.00 from Boots this is definitely not a budget product, but I am yet to find a moisturiser as good as this one! I love the texture, the way it feels on my face, the way it sinks into the skin and most importantly- it doesn't leave that awful sticky feeling!
3. Try finishing powder.
I'm all about the glowy/dewy foundation but I understand the problems it can cause in summer! It jsut doesn't stay on and ends up looking more wet & sweaty than glowing & radiant- not the best look! However, with dry skin, matte foundation just does nothing for me! I find using a powder afterwards not only takes some of the shine away, but also ensures your face doesn't slide off!! I am currently using MAC Mineralize Skinfinish (£22.00 Debenhams).
4. Bronzer- AKA sun in powder form.
This is a must when going abroad. After a few sunbathing sessions is likely to have turned you a lovely golden brown, the only downfall to this is that your foundation no longer matches the rest of you! Have no fear- just pop a light dusting of bronzer over your face (& neck to even the colour out!) & you should be good to go! I am currently using the No7 Perfectly Bronzed Mosaic Bronzer (£12.00 Boots) & love The Body Shop's Honey Bronze Brilliance Powder (£16.00 The Body Shop). This has a great pump like applicator, complete with its own brush on the end- perfect for a summer alternative to blusher.
5. Make a bold colour statement.
Whether its bold eyes or bold lips, summer is the perfect season to make a statement! I prefer using bright, summery colours on my lips- just a personal preference, I find it suits me more than colourful eyeshadow! There are many fab companies out there who do such perfect summery colours. I am a huge fan of MAC and Topshop lippies- as they both provide such a huge range of shades & glide on my lips perfectly without making them look chapped or dry! On a more budget level, I'd recommend Bourjois and Barry M.
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| (L-R) MAC Creme Cup, Barry M LPS3, H&M Papaya Pumch , L'Oreal 461 |
These are just a few of my summer beauty tips and products, although I'm no beauty expert, I hope you enjoyed reading!!
Do you have any hints & tips you could share with me?
Love Charlotte xxx
