10 Easy Summer Makeup Tips: How to Look Pretty Under the Sun

10 Easy Summer Makeup Tips: How to Look Pretty Under the Sun

By Reena Mariel

Summer is definitely approaching, and with this season, more and more people hit the beach, catch some surf, slurp on pina coladas and rocking sexy bikinis. Along with these, your makeup should give off that summery glow that everyone should be raring to have. And so, I give you the top ten amazingly easy summer makeup tips to make you feel like a sun goddess.

TEN EASY SUMMER MAKEUP TIPS

1. Natural Eyes

This summer, well... every summer, it's all about going natural. You don't need to have really dark eye shadows in order for you to look chic. The neutral look complements your glowing face during summer. Besides, the weather can get really hot that putting make-up full on can be a lot of work. All that you really need to do is to just have perfectly shaped brows and apply two coats of mascara (it is recommended to use either a black brown or brown mascara to make it more natural) on your lashes and your all set.

2. Go for Gold

Applying gold shimmer on your lids can definitely make your eyes pop. A great tip is to dab a little of it on the inner part of your eye, which is the tear duct area.

3. Opt For Tinted Moisturizers

Liquid and powder foundations can get very heavy during the summer time. Choose tinted moisturizers instead. It provides coverage without the heaviness. All you have to do is to dab a bit of concealer on your problem areas such as under eye circles, and then using a sponge, apply the product evenly all over your face.

4. Bronzer is Your Best Friend

I can never say this enough. This wonderful product instantly gives your face a natural glow without exposing yourself to the sun! Dab some of this product on areas where the sun usually hits you (on your forehead, nose, chin, and cheeks). Don't put too much product on. the key is to blend until you are satisfied.

5. Put Some Color on Your Cheeks

Applying blush on your cheeks instantly puts color on your face. Peach-toned, or corally toned blushes are great for summer.

6. Go Nude on the Lips

Nude-ish colors are best worn when you are hitting the beach. To keep 'em cool, place them inside the cooler or let them stay near the air conditioner to keep it from melting.

7. Protect Your Face With a Moisturizer.

Use moisturizers with SPF 15 or higher. It will definitely protect your face from harmful UV rays.

8. Go for Waterproof Mascara

Sweating is inevitable during the warmer seasons, so there is a great possibility for your makeup to melt off. Try using waterproof mascara in order to prevent yourself from having ugly raccoon eyes.

9. Choose Eyeliners That Scream Summer

Warm Brown, slate gray and navy blue eyeliners are great to use during the summer. Apply them with a light hand and you're good to go.

10. Sunscreen Is Always In

Before you put on those gorgeous Dior sunglasses, apply a generous amount of sunscreen that has broad spectrum SPF 30. You don't want to have pale goggles on.

It's definitely exciting to have summer to look forward to. These ten easy makeup tips will be able to help you become a definite head turner.

Reena Mariel, author of Beauty Is My Duty, your online resource for beauty tips and tricks for the average girl.

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Spring/Summer 2011 Makeup: Bare, Bright and Sexy

Spring/Summer 2011 Makeup: Bare, Bright and Sexy

By Reena Mariel

As we finally bid adieu to the frostbiting paleness of winter and holiday glam makeup, the warmer weather gladly brings us this season's Spring/Summer 2011 makeup trends that welcome the freshness of spring and the brightness of summer. Makeup and fashion are similar to Beavis and Butthead. They are in tandem. And so, before stocking up on your floral dresses, oh-so-sexy bikinis and bright prints, let us take a look at this season's makeup trends.

Spring/Summer 2011 makeup brings us back to the basics that accentuate the features without looking cakey. Recent fashion shows have showcased natural, barely there makeup, pops of color on the lips and on the lids, as well as soft, sensual eyes.

Barely There Makeup

One of this season's popular summer trends is the Barely There, or the Natural looking makeup. Now seriously, who can beat that? This is the kind of makeup look that best accentuates your features, and one that will be used over and over again. It is so versatile that you can practically use this makeup for any occasions, from shopping to work, and even at the gym, especially if there are a ton of hot guys around (Flirting at the gym with Lady Gaga-ish makeup definitely attracts attention, but sometimes not in the way you wanted it to).

There are tons of makeup products that are available for you to be able to create a Barely There Makeup Look. Whatever products you choose, you will still be able to practically get the same look. Remember that your face serves as a canvass, so living a healthy lifestyle will reflect on your skin. In order to achieve that, always drink 8 glasses of water a day, eat lots of fresh fruit and vegetables that are rich in vitamins and minerals.

Bright Lips

If you want to take your Barely There Makeup to the next level, instead of sporting nude or neutral lip shades, you can opt for brighter colors. This makeup trend will be a great transition from day to night. Colors such as fiery reds, bright pinks, and even ones that have an orange tinge definitely makes you stand out. Just add two coats of mascara to widen out your peepers, and then let your lips do the talking.

Soft, Sexy Eyes

Smokey eyes can never go out of style. A look that is ideal for nighttime, this makeup trend brings out the seductress in you. Your eyes are the windows to your soul, and therefore if you are going on a "manhunt", creating shadows on your eyes will make the next testosterone laced individual drawn to you. You can create Smokey Eyes by using shades of gray and black. For more fun colors, you can also opt for dark blues, purples and even greens! False eyelashes add to the appeal as well. A great tip is to keep on practicing this technique, and once you get the hang of it, doing this makeup look will definitely give more meaning to your peepers.

Indeed, Spring/Summer 2011 Makeup has definitely kept to the basics. The looks are such classics that they will be used time and time again. It's definitely fun being a girl!

Reena Mariel, author of Beauty Is My Duty, your online resource for beauty tips and tricks for the average girl.

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