It’s no secret that spring and summer call for lighter and more glowy makeup looks. There’s just something about the warmer weather that makes a low-maintenance routine that much more appealing.
Plus, my days can get hectic (especially during the summer months) so it’s important for me to get ready quickly in the mornings. I’m sure a lot of you are in the same boat.
This 5-step summer glow makeup routine is exactly what I follow when I need to look put together but have limited prep time. It’s so quick and simple that I swear even makeup newbies can pull it off.
Since so many of you are shopping the Sephora Savings Event this week, I figured now would be the perfect time to share some of my recs!
Whether you’re meeting friends for brunch or going to play tennis, I’d claim this as the perfect go-to look. Not only will it leave your skin with a dewy and soft finish, but it will also hold up throughout the day (which means there will be no sweating your makeup off!)
As a refresher, below are the dates of the Sephora Savings Event. Looking for even more recs? Head to my Sephora Master List blog post!
5-Step Summer Glow Makeup Routine
Without further ado, here’s the exact routine I follow:
1. Prep & prime your skin.
While my makeup routine changes from time to time, one non-negotiable for me has always been sunscreen. I can’t say enough about how important it is to wear SPF every single day — and with the number of products that already have sunscreen in them, you really have no excuse to skip out on this step.
I’ve been a fan of the Supergoop! Glowscreen Sunscreen for years now and can’t sing its praises enough. I find it so convenient that it has SPF 40 so I have one less step to think about. I also love that it’s made with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, two holy-grail ingredients that should definitely be part of your skincare routine.
The Supergoop! Glowscreen melts into your skin so effortlessly and leaves a radiant finish behind. It’s my go-to product when I want a super glowy base.
I also use this Tower 28 skin tint. It has the perfect amount of tint and sunscreen so I don’t have to worry about getting burned in the sun.
2. Use concealer instead of foundation.
Instead of taking the time (and energy, TBH) to put on a full face of foundation, I’ll use this Urban Decay Quickie Concealer just on the spots that my skin needs.
I blend it outward around my face and swear that one tiny dot goes a long way. It’s super easy to diffuse because it comes with a little brush on the end, which I now feel like every concealer should be required to have.
3. Create warmth & dimension.
I need a bronzer that is going to give the same effect of a sun-kissed look, and this one has been my favorite this past year. It has a lot of products so you definitely get your money’s worth.
This Makeup by Mario SoftSculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer is one of my favorite beauty finds of the year, and it’s only April. It’s like a cream bronzer and contour hybrid, which is just…..genius.
I wear either the light medium or medium shade and use it as both eyeshadow and contour/bronzer. I’ll even smudge a bit under my lower lash line to add some depth, as well as under my lower lip to add the illusion of fullness.
P.S. This Patrick Ta bronzer is something I reach for year-round (but mostly in the summer). I apply this all over my chest to give myself a glowy sun-kissed look. You can also purchase a brush with this product to apply it.
Tip: Before you start adding these products to your cart, I’d highly recommend joining Sephora’s Beauty Insider program. It’s free and takes no more than 30 seconds to sign up. Joining gives you access to discounts, promotions, free makeovers, and free products.
4. Add a pop of color.
This product has been going viral for a ride-or-die summer product. I have also been loving it. You can use this on your cheeks, lips, or eyeshadow. It’s a very versatile product and is small, so it’s great for traveling.
A glowy summer look wouldn’t be complete without a touch of blush. I’ve been using the Danessa Myricks Beauty Blurring Balm Powder to add a subtle hint of color (aka life) to my cheeks.
Both this Danessa Blurring Balm and Mario Skin Enhancer are products that pull double duty by providing a “blurring” effect to the skin, so you end up needing fewer products, which I love.
This Blurring Balm Powder is super pigmented so just a little bit does the trick. The best method is to start with a teeny amount and then build up from there.
The colors give you the look of a super natural flush or light sunburn (minus the skin damage!) I go back and forth between the Bellini and Primadonna shades.
Oh, and if you want to take things up a notch, you can pat a tiny bit of the product on your lips!
5. Finish with lipstick.
Last but not least (and arguably the most important step to tie everything together), I apply the Sephora Collection Liquid Lipstick.
My favorite shade is pink cashmere which is a classic spring and summer color that goes with everything. I give this lipstick major bonus points because it has serious staying power and isn’t drying.
I recently have been trying this lip stain from Amazon and I have been loving it. I usually put it on in the mornings and it lasts all day. This product truly is amazing and I would highly recommend this. It’s so great for the beach when you don’t have time to keep re-applying.
For Extra Hold….
If you want to apply your makeup once and not have to touch up…this is your product. This setting spray is my holy grail and you can’t change my mind. This is the same setting spray that makeup artists use on thier brides.
That’s it — I told you it was simple! Once you try this makeup routine, I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if you made it your new normal. It might seem too basic to make an impact, but it really highlights all the necessary features to make you look fresh-faced.
ALSO: This is a new-to-me item that I bought on day one of the sale, and I have continued to be blown away by it every single day since...
It’s the Sarah Creal Volumizing & Tubing Mascara. I had a 9 hour day with 6 straight hours of shooting outside with 86 degrees with 90% humidity. This mascara did not budge.
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