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No-fail summer beauty
ELLE dishes on the best summer beauty looks that you and your skin will love!
By Jennifer Weatherhead
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Summer is all about fresh, youthful skin that's not caked down with heavy makeup. ELLE Canada spoke to celebrity make up artist Carmindy from TLC's What Not to Wear to get the low-down on how to achieve that summer glow minus the goop.
Tip#1: Slap on the sunscreen!
It's an absolute must-have for the summer (although don't forget about it during the winter!). Carmindy suggests getting one with an SPF of at least 15 and choose one that contains zinc. "The zinc is what really helps block out the majority of the sun's rays," she adds. "You can even find tinted moisturizers today that have SPF30 in them. They are ideal because you put three steps in one; moisturizer, foundation and sunscreen." Don't neglect the rest of your body -- sunscreen all over.
Tip #2: Lay off the heavy creams!
There is nothing worse in the summer than to realize that your makeup seems to have disappeared! A lot of the disappearing act has to do with using too many creams on your face. Carmindy suggests using loose powders and very lightly dusting them across areas that are needed. "Use sheer washes of colour in powder form, but use very lightly," she advises. "This will soak up any access oil, but still leave your skin looking fresh and clean." Only use translucent powders on your T-zone to avoid looking too powdered and a sheer light blush will give you a healthy flush.
Tip #3: Waterproof your makeup!
The heat will cause havoc to your eye makeup causing creases in on your lids and smudges under your eyes. To help avoid the smearing or running of mascara and eyeliner be sure to use waterproof versions. "Everyone should always use a black mascara," Carmindy explains. "No matter your skin tone or hair colour. It just gives great definition and even if you don't do anything else to your eyes, they look done. You want more impact with less makeup." To keep your lids crease-free, use a light dusting of translucent powder over them before apply shadow.
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