Perfecting Summer Glow: Event Makeup

Summer is the season of radiant glows and sun-kissed complexions, but mastering a summer glow for an event requires some skill. As the temperatures rise, so do the chances of your makeup melting away, causing an unwanted shine rather than the desired glow. It’s important to remember that the key to a successful summer glow is incorporating products that are lightweight, long-lasting, and provide a luminescent finish. Start by preparing the skin with a refreshing facial mist that helps hydrate skin, or use a mattifying primer for those with oilier skin types. With the added heat, it's crucial to use a foundation that is light in coverage but capable of withstanding the summer heat.

When it comes to achieving that summer glow, it's not just about the products you use, but also about how you apply them. Cream products are excellent for achieving a dewy finish, their light and blendable nature allows them to melt into your skin offering a naturally luminous glow. Start with a cream bronzer to define your features, then move to a cream blush to add a flush of color to your complexion. To add some glow, take a liquid or cream highlighter, apply it to the high points of your face like the tops of your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, and your cupid's bow. Be sure to blend well to avoid any harsh lines or unblended patches, you want to glow not sparkle!

Finally, sealing the makeup is just as important as applying it to avoid the dreaded summer makeup meltdown. Look for setting sprays that contain SPF to protect your skin from the harsh summer sun. Don't neglect your eyes, waterproof mascaras and eye shadows that have a primer base will not only last longer but protect your eyelids from becoming greasy and causing the shadow to crease. And of course, we cannot forget about the lips. Forgetting to apply SPF on your lips is a common mistake, opt for a lip balm that has SPF or a lipstick that offers some degree of sun protection. Remember, the summer glow is all about looking radiant and natural, not sweaty and shiny. With these tips in hand, you're ready to rock your summer event with the perfect summer glow.