The heat is on, and so is the challenge for makeup artists to keep their clients looking flawless despite the scorching summer temperatures. But fear not, as these beauty experts have some tricks up their sleeves to ensure your makeup endures the extreme heat. Here's a deep dive into the secrets they swear by, offering a refreshing take on summer makeup survival.
Skin Prep: The Balancing Act
Leiya Phinao Ningshen, a renowned makeup artist, emphasizes the importance of balancing skincare and makeup. Over-moisturizing before application can lead to a greasy mess, causing products to slide and separate. Instead, opt for lightweight, fast-absorbing hydration that leaves skin balanced. Amanda K, another pro, agrees, starting with a cleansing and lightweight, water-based skincare routine before applying a mattifying primer. For a full-glam look, Hila suggests an unexpected primer: liquid magnesium, which controls oil and sweat, ensuring makeup stays fresh.
Lighter is Better
Counterintuitive as it may seem, lighter coverage is key during the summer months. Hila recommends using a tinted SPF as a foundation base and spot-correcting only where needed. This approach keeps the skin looking fresh and prevents the heavy feeling that often accompanies summer makeup. Amanda K supports this, suggesting spot correction over full coverage whenever possible. Less product means less chance of separation and creasing, ensuring a more durable finish.
The Power of Layering
Strategic layering is a technique that makeup artists swear by. Nadine Elias, a Dubai-based artist, suggests applying setting spray throughout the application process, not just as the final step. This technique maximizes wear time and ensures a more durable finish. Layering cream blush with powder blush prevents color from fading, while Hila's trick of using a setting spray on a concealer brush enhances wear time. The key is to work with the skin, not against it.
Targeted Powder Application
When it comes to powder, less is often more. Ningshen focuses on areas prone to excess oil and perspiration, particularly the T-zone. Elias agrees, recommending a targeted approach, blotting powder on specific areas like the chin, nasolabial folds, and sides of the nose. This ensures a fresh and long-lasting look without the heavy, caked-on feel.
Heat-Proof Products
The experts have their go-to products for surviving extreme heat. The Milk Hydro Grip Primer, MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 24HR Matte Foundation, Tarte Shape Tape Concealer, Huda Beauty Easy Bake Powder, Hourglass Mascara, Benefit Benetint Stain, and Onesize On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray are all recommended for their ability to withstand the elements. These products offer lightweight coverage, control oil, and provide long-lasting wear, ensuring your makeup stays put even in the hottest of summers.
In conclusion, surviving extreme heat with makeup is an art mastered by these professionals. It's all about balancing skincare, using lighter coverage, strategic layering, and targeted application. By embracing these techniques and products, you can ensure your makeup endures the summer heat, looking fresh and flawless from sunrise to sunset.
