NEWS FLASH: It is HOT in Nashville and Atlanta right now. So very hot. Ok, I know that’s not a news flash and I know it is hot in many other places besides Nashville and Atlanta… it’s even in the 90s in the Pacific Northwest. Between the heat and humidity makeup feels like it’s melting right off of my face and lotion off of my legs. Lovely. Here are our favorite picks for makeup that will stay put throughout the heat of the summer.
Favorites going Clockwise from the Bottom:
Beautycounter, Lip Sheer in Coral – This lipstick is fantasic. It feels great, stays on for hours and comes in several great colors. My favorites are Twig, Coral and Scarlett all of which would be perfect for summer! I have been wearing this pinky-orange shade non-stop and it seems to be the perfect combination of sheer and color, that on top of staying power makes it an instant summer favorite, $28 http://www.beautycounter.com/catalog/product/view/id/13/s/multi-color-lipstick/category/37/child/7 
Urban Decay – All-Nighter Makeup Setting Spray. This is a product I have sworn by for years and during the Summer heat is perfect to set your makeup with before the start of your day. The travel size is the way to go plus you can take it in your carry-on, $14 http://www.urbandecay.com/travel-size-all-nighter-long-lasting-makeup-setting-spray-by-urban-decay/374.html#q=all+nighter&start=2
Falsies Mascara – My favorite, inexpensive mascara for the past several years. For an easy way to get waterproof lashes start applying your regular mascara as you usually would then while regular mascara is still damp, apply one coat of waterproof. This holds your mascara in place, throughout humidity and water, but it is also much easier to remove then full blown waterproof mascara.
I use both Falsies regular and waterproof mascaras. Each tube only last for 3-4 weeks but at $5 a piece that is just fine by me! http://www.target.com/p/maybelline-volum-express-the-falsies-mascara/-/A-12404422?ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001&AFID=google_pla_df&LNM=12404422&CPNG=Health+Beauty&kpid=12404422&LID=17pgs&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=12404422&kpid=12404422&gclid=Cj0KEQjw7_mrBRDH4Y2UjLHEmfcBEiQA8OTHf3jDc-NmSpl3kDl-JtxOaZCmElH7CiPEDyJAHkSMfgAaAn518P8HAQ
Waxelene is a new-ish favorite of mine. I am convinced it is one of the very best, basic lip balms out there. It feels fantastic, has little to no smell, is all natural and is perfect by itself or on top of lipstick. Not to mention it is only $5! https://whitesmercantile.com/product/waxelene-lip-balm/
Beautycounter – Matte Bronzer 01. I am always on the lookout for the best matte bronzer and I have finally found it! “Why matte?”, you might ask, matte because in the summer I need to use bronzer all over my face not just on my T zone. I just don’t need the extra shimmer going across my forehead… especially if it is already “glistening” from the 90+ degree days, $36 http://www.beautycounter.com/catalog/product/view/id/96/s/color-contour-matte-bronzer/category/60/child/97
La Roche-Posay Anthelios, Tinted Mineral Sunscreen, SPF 50 – I love this product! It is very light, great sunscreen for your face plus just enough tinted coverage for summer days. Running errands, days spent on the water, you name it. May not be enough for nighttime but it has been great for me during the days and espeically perfect for the beach and lake. I can now be the girl who doesn’t feel the need to apply pre-beach makeup because this is does the trick, $33. http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4350455&skuId=2246041&cmpid=PS_Non!google!Product_Listing_Ads&cagpspn=pla&CAWELAID=1311179591&catargetid=330000200000246418&cadevice=c&gclid=Cj0KEQjw7_mrBRDH4Y2UjLHEmfcBEiQA8OTHf834KiIA5zuiXAQrgZ6kK35YEBgqnzybw1pydxeRWyQaAr258P8HAQ
If you are looking for more coverage look into topping off your tinted sunscreen or any moisturizier with spf with these other favorites:
Ultra Flesh Tinted Moisturizer, http://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Flesh-Tinted-Moisturizer-Luminous/dp/B006OA00NM
Beautycounter, Tint Skin – a favorite of Lauren Conrad’s, http://www.beautycounter.com/cosmetics/face/tint-skin-complexion-coverage.html
Don’t forget to top off any of your makeup with Urban Decay’s setting spray or at least some setting powder!
What are your favorite summer beauty items? We are always looking for our new favorites!
Adeline Alley 