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Summer is an exceptionally challenging time of year to wear makeup. It’s hot. It’s humid. Sometimes it’s both — and that’s when things get really uncomfortable.
But the makeup artists for Ayo Edebiri, Lily Gladstone, Kylie Jenner and more stars have brilliant solutions to everything from the best base for hot months to the eyeliner looks that make an impact so you can go easy on the rest of your routine.
The summer makeup tips and tricks are so easy (and pretty), you’ll breeze through the remaining weeks. And if you’re in need of help with your skincare, haircare, bodycare, SPF or even a new fragrance, we’ve got you covered.
Bright Liner
Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images; Cheekbone Beauty
Lily Gladstone is among the stars who are accenting their eyes with a flash of bold blue. “When temperatures skyrocket, you don’t want to wear a ton of product on your face, but it’s still fun to have a bit of a look,” says her makeup artist Fiona Stiles, who used these two hues. “Adding a swipe of a vibrant blue is a great way to bring attention to the eyes without a lot of makeup.”
Buy It! Cheekbone Beauty Fearless Eyeshadows, $22 each;
cheekbonebeauty.com
A Pop of Shimmer
Charlotte Tilbury
Makeup artist Ernesto Casillas applied golden tones to Ayo Edebiri’s lids, plus a dot of champagne shadow to the inner corners—for an extra dose of sparkle.
Buy It! Charlotte Tilbury Colour Chameleon in Champagne Diamonds, $29;
charlottetilbury.com
Skin Tints
Kristin Callahan/Shutterstock; Kylie Cosmetics
These lightweight formulas, which add a veil of color, are having a moment because “everyone is more conscious now about taking care of their skin, which in turn has led to them having a lighter approach to makeup,” says Kylie Jenner’s makeup artist
Ariel Tejada. The star’s own tint “gives you the right amount of coverage and
a glow,” the pro says.
Buy It! Kylie Cosmetics Skin Tint Blurring Elixir, $32; kyliecosmetics.com
“Brat” Eyeliner
Ariana Debose/instagram; MAC
If you’ve opened social media lately, you’ve seen the unapologetically edgy “brat” aesthetic, popularized by Charli xcx, everywhere. Ariana DeBose’s liner look, which follow the arch of her lower water lines and pull straight out toward the tops of her ears, is inspired by it, says makeup artist Vincent Oquendo. “It’s slightly imperfect, but that’s what I think the trend is about: embracing your imperfections.”
Buy It! MAC Cosmetics Colour Excess Gel Pencil Eye Liner, $25; maccosmetics.com
Petal Pink Lipstick
Nicole Ari Parker/Instagram
“During hot months, I think we have an attraction to floral shades,” says Nicole Ari Parker’s makeup artist Vincent Oquendo. That’s why he chose this pink lipstick with a soft sheen for the star, “which looks great on any skin tone because of its rosy base,” he says.
Buy It! Hourglass Unlocked Satin Crème Lipstick in Shade Lotus 314; $38;
hourglasscosmetics.com
Draped Blush
Gilbert Flores/WWD via Getty Images; Giorgio Armani
The technique, in which you apply blush on the higher points of your cheekbones and blend toward the temples, creates a sculpted appearance. Camila Mendes’s makeup artist Jen Tioseco used Bold Pink (near left) first, then added a hint of Intense Berry (far left) to complement the star’s dress. “Liquid blush looks skin-like
and fresh,” says the pro, adding, “It’s hard to overdo it, but if you do, it’s easy to blend out.”
Buy It! Armani beauty Luminous Silk Cheek Tints, $39 each; giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com