8 best makeup products for summer heat

If there is one thing that defines Britishness better than any other, it’s the weather.

We complain if we don’t constantly refresh our apps, compare the information from different sources, or talk about it with our friends and colleagues. This is especially true when temperatures reach boiling point, or at least in stuffy London.

Our diaries are filled with picnics on the roof, in parks, at festivals, and barbecues under the sun when the heatwave hits. These are all times where we would rather our makeup stay put than slide, slide, or smudge down our faces. The gym, sauna-like commutes, and resisting the drip of air conditioning in offices are all examples.

Foundation that is evenly spreadable, concealer that doesn’t crease, eyeliner that won’t budge, lip gloss that can withstand endless cups of Pimm’s, mascara that won’t flake, and mascara that won’t leave you with panda eyes?

Well, no. It’s not necessary to have the best makeup products for all seasons. Your best friend will be setting powders and sprays.

Preparation is important so make sure you pay attention to what your skin is doing before applying any creams or lotions. Gel moisturisers are more cooling than creams, so keep a hand fan handy to keep your cool and calm.

Below are the must-haves for warm weather makeup

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup

Many people choose to skip foundation during summer and opt for lightweight formulas such as tinted moisturizers or BB creams. However, if you don’t want to sacrifice full coverage, you will need something that feels light, but looks flawless all night. Enter Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place foundation.

It has medium to full coverage and a matte finish which should reduce excess shine, oil, and sebum. You should use a face sunscreen underneath, as it only provides SPF10 protection. To keep you cool throughout the summer, it is water, heat and humidity resistant. There are 52 colors to choose from.

Laura Mercier Fusion Ultra-Longwear Foundation

Laura Mercier created this product to be longwear, not just by name. It can also last up to 15 hours in rain or shine. The product glides on the skin with a buildable formula that provides medium to full coverage. It evens out skin tone and doesn’t change colour. A matte finish is also welcome. Choose from 20 colors to find your match.

Huda Beauty #FAUXFILTER Luminous Matte Liquid Concealer

Huda Beauty’s #FauxFilter range has been expanded to include concealer, as well as foundation. Foundation is a full-coverage formula that lasts for a long time. This formula has been tested to make sure it doesn’t crease and that it moves with your skin. The nourishing ingredients of sweet almond oil, vitamin E and vitamin E make it blendable and easy to build with. There are 29 colors to choose from.

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer

This concealer is very popular and has a lot to do with it. It applies smoothly to give you the coverage you desire, from the true-to life shades to the kind of ingredients that go on your skin. It gives you a radiant glow with every swipe. This is especially useful for dark circles. It will not fade even during your most adventurous summer activities.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

This translucent powder is essential for makeup artists all over the world. A multi-beauty winner, it’s also a staple in their makeup kits. It is lightweight and easy to use on the skin. It gives skin a luxurious look, diffuses glow, and is available in three colors to suit a variety of skin tones.

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray Travel Size

Urban Decay’s setting Spray has been a reliable product for sealing your base textures onto skin. It can be used up to 16 hours after application. It has a longer lasting power than most other products and can withstand melting, fading, and the likes. It’s compact size makes it easy for you to carry it in your bag for beach trips, city breaks or for parties.

Too Faced is Waterproofer than Sex

Too Faced has released a waterproof version, once the UK’s bestselling mascara, Better than Sex. We think it is as good or better than the OG. This mascara is designed to be tested. It contains porcelain flower extract to condition the lashes and peptides to give it an intense black colour. It can be used in any situation, including a hot shower, sweaty gym session or teary moment.

It works in conjunction with the hourglass-shaped, Marilyn Monroe-inspired brush that covers every lash and lifts it for a doll-eye look.

Estee Lauder Extreme Waterproof Mascara

Estee Lauder sets high expectations for its mascara with a name like Extreme Waterproof. Thankfully, the product lives up to all of those expectations.

This mascara doesn’t clump together when your lashes get wet or sweaty. Instead, it works to multiply each lash for volume and length. Make sure you clean the brush as much as possible before applying. It lasts at least 10 hours and you won’t see any traces of it underneath your eyes even in high humidity.