Surviving the scorching summer heat doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your flawless makeup look. With the right tips and tricks, you can keep your makeup in place all day long, no matter how high the temperatures soar.
First, switch up your application technique. Celebrity makeup artist Jenny Patinkin recommends using a makeup brush that’s been primed with foundation to achieve sheer, sweatproof coverage without piling on too much product.
Next, strategically layer your setting spray. Felicia Walker, editor in chief of ThisThatBeauty, uses three rounds of setting spray – one after sunscreen, one after concealer, and a final spritz when the look is complete. This seals in every layer to prevent your makeup from sliding around.
Don’t skip skin prep, either. Celebrity makeup artist Vincent Oquendo says surface-level dehydration is the top culprit for makeup looking patchy and wearing poorly in the heat. Combine your moisturizer with an oil-control primer, especially on the T-zone, to keep skin hydrated and shine-free.
Prime your eyelids before applying eye makeup. Celebrity artist Daniel Martin suggests spritzing a dry sponge with matte setting spray and blotting the lids to neutralize oil and lock down eyeshadow.
Blend, blend, blend. Patinkin and Martin recommend using a cold, damp sponge to smooth patchiness and lift away excess product that hasn’t fully adhered to the skin. This helps achieve a flawless, long-lasting finish.
Finally, keep a powder compact and blotting papers on hand for quick touch-ups throughout the day. Celebrity artist Avia Solomon swears by these for soaking up oil anytime, anywhere.
With these sweatproof makeup tips, you can beat the heat and keep your look perfectly in place all summer long.