There's a difference between a healthy sun-kissed glow and looking like you've just stepped out of a zombie apocalypse on a hot summer day. Our normal daily routine includes going to the office every day, but while getting ready we unknowingly cross that line with makeup choices that simply don't work well in hot and humid weather. Even a few makeup products, if they are not waterproof, will ruin your look by the time you reach your office.
If your makeup never seems to survive the stress of the summer season, these are the common mistakes that you could be making while doing your makeup that makes you sweat more than you actually do. In this blog, let's discuss 5 common mistakes that everyone makes and how you can correct them to get that fresh, flawless, and shine-free look all day long.
1. Mistake: Skipping Moisturizer Because It's Too Hot Outside
When temperatures rise, we skip a few layers because of our already set 10-step skincare routine. After all in summers, your skin already feels oily, so why add another layer, right?
The reality is quite the opposite. When skin lacks hydration, it often produces more oil to compensate. The result? A shiny complexion that can make your makeup break down much faster.
To fix this, choose a lightweight or a gel-based moisturizer, which is made to get quickly absorbed into your skin and which hydrates without feeling heavy. Well-hydrated skin creates the perfect canvas for long-lasting makeup.
2. No Sunscreen
One of the biggest summer skincare mistakes is not wearing sunscreen because you're worried your face will be more oily and greasy. Sunscreen is non-negotiable in summers, and also wear sunscreen under makeup as it protects your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays.
The modern formulas of sunscreen are lightweight, water-like formulas that quickly get absorbed in your skin and do not leave a white cast. It is recommended to use a sunscreen under makeup and reapply it every 2 hours when you are outside, to reapply, you can use a spray sunscreen that can be applied over makeup as well. Spray from a distance and cover face evenly, and you with your makeup will be protected from the sun because the best summer makeup starts with protected skin.
3. Applying Makeup on Unprepped Skin
You cannot expect your foundation to perform well on oily, sweaty, dry, or unprepared skin. No matter how expensive it is, without a good sweatproof primer, your makeup will turn patchy and uneven within a few hours out in the sun.
Always choose a waterproof primer which suits your skin type. Apply it evenly, covering the T-zone area more and leave it on for a few seconds. It will also create an even base for makeup application and keep your makeup intact for long hours.
4. Applying Too Much Foundation
In summers, less is really more, and it feels tempting to put layers of foundation on, hoping the makeup will stay longer. But thick formulas and piling on foundation layers for more coverage will only trap heat and make you sweat even more.
Always choose a lightweight foundation with hydrating formulas for daily wear, like in the office or on shoots. If at any time heavy or full-face makeup is required, then look for full-coverage sweatproof foundations which are waterproof and stay for long hours even in this heat and humidity.
5. Over-Powdering Your Face to Set Makeup
A loose powder is a lifesaver in summers but only when used correctly. When you apply too much powder, it can make your skin look dry, cakey, and uneven once your skin gets oily during the day.
In between your makeup layers, put powder on oil-prone areas like the forehead, nose and chin rather than putting it all over your face. Dust the extra powder off and seal the makeup with a setting spray for makeup.
6. Ignoring Waterproof Formulas
Purchasing makeup is an investment, and you should never underestimate the power of sweatproof makeup because the moment you start sweating, your makeup will be ruined before you even reach your office. Always choose sweat-resistant makeup formulas, which are perfect makeup products for hot weather because your makeup should survive the heat and not surrender to it.
7. Touching Up with More Powder Instead of Blotting
During the day, when you notice the oil back on your face, most of us use compact powder to cover the shine and oil. When you layer powder over sweat and oil, your makeup can look heavy and patchy. Instead of directly putting on powder, use blotting papers and pat dry your face to absorb extra oil and then apply the powder where needed.
FAQs
Q.1 Which is the best sweatproof concealer?
Ans. Colors Queen Conceal & Reveal Liquid Concealer is the best waterproof and sweatproof concealer, which hides imperfections and acne marks effectively.
Q.2 Suggest some summer makeup tips?
Ans. Keep your summer makeup routine minimal and take more care of your skin. To read more in detail, read Sweat-Proof Makeup Tips That Last All Day in Indian Summers.
Q.3 What is Gen Z makeup?
Ans. The approach to GenZ makeup includes experimenting with colors more and a skin-first approach to enhance the natural features rather than covering with makeup.
Q.4 What is the 3 1 1 rule in makeup?
Ans. The 3-1-1 rule in makeup shows how to pack liquid and cream makeup in your luggage while traveling in an airplane. You can carry liquid makeup only in containers up to 100 mL each all of them must fit in one clear zip-lock bag, and you're allowed one such bag per person.
