Glow Up Your Summer Makeup Routine

We’re all for having fun in the sun this summer, but sweating your makeup off in the process isn’t a look we’re going for. To help keep your makeup in place, primer will be your best friend. So we’re introducing Milk’s award-winning Hydro Grip Primer. This invisible makeup primer smooths skin and grips makeup up to 12 hours with its 94% natural gel formula – both silicone- and oil-free. The lightweight grippy texture helps your base makeup go on smoothly and lock in hydration. Once you’ve cleansed, moisturised and applied SPF, blend a thin layer onto your face. Let the formula set for one minute to absorb into the skin and activate grip for all-day hold.

Achieving a lightweight and long-lasting base lays the foundation for the rest of your summer makeup look. Opting for liquid products with a lighter texture, like ILIA’s Super Serum Skin Tint, will avoid you caking in the heat. The added benefits of mineral SPF 30 will protect your skin from the harsh summer sun. Clean and safe for sensitive skin, this tinted serum will initially appear lighter in shade to help guide you in applying SPF. After 30-60 seconds, it will dry down to its true tone. With 30 flexible shades to choose from, dewy coverage for multiple skin tones has never been easier.

Under-eyes as radiant as the sun? Yes please. This super lightweight liquid by Rare Beauty will instantly brighten, hydrate, and awaken your under-eyes. For fresh summer eye makeup, use Positive Light Under Eye Brightener on bare skin, or layer over concealer for sheer to medium coverage. For maximum soothing and cooling, apply 2-4 dots to your under-eye area, gently glide the metal cool-tip applicator across under-eyes, then tap to blend using your fingertip or brush. Pair with Positive Light Liquid Highlighter as a natural highlight – think subtle brightness and glowy summer skin.

Once you’ve created a base that won’t budge, it’s time to add colour and definition for some summer radiance. Lighter, more sheer formulas are best for a fresh summer appearance. REFY’s Cream Bronzer delivers exactly that. Bronze and blend this cream-based formula for a dewy, hydrated, and velvety finish – ideal for dry or mature skin. The warm undertones will give you a natural glow which you can build for a deeper tan. Our top tip? Apply your bronzer with REFY’s Duo Brush to the high points of your face where the sun would naturally hit.

For summer makeup products, it’s all about keeping them light, fresh, and playful. And two is always more fun than one. This easy-to-use, two-in-one Eclipse Cheek & Lip Stick balm is our go-to grab when we want a healthy flush of natural-looking luminous colour to cheeks and lips. Infused with ultra-hydrating ingredients like Jojoba Seed Oil and Grapefruit Extracts, the creamy formula is innovatively breathable and melts upon application for a comfortable finish. Choose a colour that mimics the natural flush of your cheeks after a day in the sun. Then apply to the apples of your cheeks and dab onto lips for a monochromatic look.

Get ready to glow all summer long. Inspired by Mario’s love of crystals, these multi-purpose prismatic highlighters reflect beautifully day and night. Illuminate your eyes and cheeks with a sheer, lightweight finish that looks like a veil of crystal sparkle. Your skin will glimmer when hit by light – perfect for wear in the blazing sun. Use on the eyes, cheeks, and décolletage – anywhere you want to add luminosity. The choice is yours. Created with smart, high-quality ingredients with effortless application at the heart of the brand, opt for this for an unforgettable radiance.

Frame your face with well-defined brows using none other than KOSAS’ Air Brow Tinted Volumizing Treatment Gel. With ten shades to choose from, pick one that matches your hair colour for high-payoff pigment in just a few swipes. Using light strokes to mimic the natural hair growth pattern, this clean, tinted moussey-gel will give you airy, feathery brows. Just the right amount of volume, tint, softness, and flexible hold. Create effortless-looking brows every summer’s day, finished with a slight sheen for dimension.

Bring the drama this summer with Sephora Collection’s 12h long-wear waterproof eye pencil, available in bold, vibrant, and intense colours. These eyeliners will be sure to make your eyes pop and add an element of fun to your summer look. The creamy texture formula is capable of resisting water and humidity so doesn’t run, leaving you with a look that remains intense all day long. Highlight the eye contour comfortably and precisely by gliding matte, glitter, or shimmer finishes along the eyelid and/or lash line. Pop on our beloved Bio-cellulose Cucumber Eye Masks to prep your eyes before makeup application.

Switching your normal mascara to waterproof mascara in your summer routine is a must. This water-resistant formula will avoid smudging in the heat and keep your lashes lifted even when sweating or swimming. Waterproof wear for up to 24 hours, fanned out volume, a feather-light feel and no clumps. The list goes on. This game-changing mascara hits all your lash goals. To create even more of a wide-eyed, awake appearance, curl your lashes before applying mascara. It truly is an eye-opener.