Just a few items and easy steps are all it takes to achieve natural, quick make-up that makes us feel like true water-and-soap wonders. Cosmetic specialists all agree: in summer, it is essential to avoid heavy make-up and foundations that are too opaque. The skin takes on color with every exposure to the sun, so you run the risk of not choosing the right base tone. To support all women come the extraordinary CC creams, which are lightweight and lightly tinted, great for giving radiance and hydration to our face. To moisturize the skin even more at this time of year, it is strongly recommended to use a hyaluronic acid-based day cream to mix with the foundation.
As for eye makeup, at the beach it is better not to overdo it: a touch of mascara, experts say, is more than enough, as long as it is waterproof. For eye shadows, on the other hand, there is a very important choice to make: neutral shades to achieve that natural effect so loved on hot summer days or shimmery and bright colors to attract attention even under the umbrella?
Either way, the first rule to follow is to apply sunscreen to your skin before make-up, to ensure that your face is well protected from the sun's harmful rays and is not damaged. A good sunscreen can also reduce the need to use a face and eye primer, giving your skin an excellent base for light, long-lasting make-up.
How to create the perfect beach make-up
To create the base, start by applying a generous layer of sunscreen all over the face. Allow it to dry for a few minutes before continuing with the rest of the make-up.
THE TRUCK BASE.
As mentioned above, a light, comfortable CC cream would be ideal. If you feel you need to cover more imperfections than expected, then opt for a compact, water-resistant foundation that will also form an additional protective film against the sun's rays.
EYELINER
For those who want an intense look even between baths, the advice is to opt for a waterproof eyeliner in a nice bright color, such as green or turquoise. Shade along the upper lash line or apply up to the middle of the lower lash line. One word of advice: avoid eyeliner if you have oily skin.
MASCARA
Black and strictly water-resistant: this is how the mascara to wear at the beach should be, to be applied only on the upper lashes. To avoid the panda effect, absolutely avoid rubbing your eyes.
LASHES
Don't forget to always carry a protective lip stick with UV filters to apply several times during the day. You can then use the same cream blush applied to your cheeks as lip color, dabbing it on your lips with your fingers. For seaside lips with a natural look, you can combine a touch of gloss for a volumizing effect.