Happy almost Fourth of July!
Let’s talk about makeup.
Because oh my goodness, last Fourth of July I did not handle the heat particularly well, beauty-wise (we went to a farm, and I basically transformed into a sweaty sheep).
This year the plan is to stay firmly planted in the shade (perhaps with a Watermelon Mocktail) and a stack of US Weeklys, only occasionally rousing to accept compliments on my lovely orange lipstick, should Kendrick feel like offering some up.
It’s a holiday, so it’s a fun time to play with your look…but that doesn’t mean you have to paint on red lips and sparkly blue eyeshadow in keeping with the Fourth of July theme (although if you want to, obviously go for it).
What I prefer: a hint of festive color on my eyes (like a little neon-blue eyeliner), and a bright lip in a slightly less expected shade than classic red.
- Start with sunscreen, obviously – even if you’re going to be in the shade.
- If you want to wear face makeup, keep it as minimal as possible – a little concealer on spots and a light dusting of bronzer across your T-zone are really all you need.
- Creamy formulas stay put better in steamy weather, so choose a cream blush (or a stain like Benetint) rather than a powder one.
- Don’t forget to carry wipes with you in case you need a midday refresher (I like Simple Skincare Radiance Cleansing Wipes, with mango extract).
- Go for waterproof formulas on your eyes (Sephora makes an excellent waterproof liquid liner, if you’re a liquid liner addict like me)…and bring along a travel-sized pack of Eye Make-Up Remover Pads just in case your makeup runs anyway.
- I think the Fourth Of July is a great opportunity to try a bold lip color, but glosses can be a pain in the heat (and at the beach, what with the wind and sand and all). Instead, try a bright matte shade that will look just as pretty as it fades, and top with an SPF-containing, non-glossy balm to keep lips soft.
On me: Hat Attack fedora; Urban Decay Electric Palette in Gonzo on eyes; NARS Matte Multiple in Siam on lips; Anthropologie Tunic; sandals c/o Crocs.
