Sweltering weather means sweatier, oilier skin, which breaks down makeup. And the more layers you put on, the likelier they are to slip and slide. Who wants to slather on extra products anyway? Instead, look for a light-feeling multitasker like
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Compact Makeup SPF 55 ($14, drugstores) — hydration, coverage, and SPF all in one.
2. Pencil It In
Opt for eye and lip pencils over liquid liner and lipstick. Their waxy formulas resist dissolution on damp skin; plus, lip pencil under gloss makes the shiny layer last longer by giving it something to adhere to, says Chantel Miller, senior makeup artist for the MAC Pro Team. For super budge-proof color, look for waterproof formulations. Try
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye and Lip Pencils ($18 each, Sephora), and store them in your fridge. The cold solidifies the wax for easier sharpening and application.
3. Pick a Powder
Choose powder blushes/bronzers and eye shadows during the summer; cream formulas melt in the heat. For long-lasting color, first dab on a mattifying gel, like
Paula's Choice Shine Stopper Instant Matte Finish ($22,
paulaschoice.com). "It creates a dry base that helps color stick, but it's not as thick or heavy as a primer," says star makeup artist Carmindy. (Too much primer, says Miller, may actually cause your foundation to slip in the humidity.)
4. Use High-Tech Mascara
Sure, waterproof mascara stays on, but it can also take a toll on your lashes. "Chemicals in these formulas can make eyelashes dry and brittle," says Carmindy. Instead, use a mascara with tube technology — microfibers that wrap around lash tips for a lengthened look. Try
L'Oréal Paris Double Extend Beauty Tubes Mascara ($11, drugstores). It won't come off in the heat and humidity, but will when rubbed gently with warm water.
5. Touch up Midday
You may be used to applying primer before foundation, but oil-absorbing formulas can also be used on top of makeup to help tone down shine, says Miller. Unlike a powder, a primer won't cake; unlike blotting papers, it won't lift off your makeup. We like
Bare Escentuals Prime Time Oil Control Foundation Primer ($21, Sephora). Pump a few drops into the palm of your hand, then gently press onto oily areas with your fingertips.
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