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by Nedysia5/10/2026
With the arrival of summer, the desire to show off radiant and fresh looks grows.
So it becomes a priority to avoid the uncontrolled shiny effect and make sure that the makeup lasts from morning to night.
The answer is not to layer multiple products, but to choose the right formulas and apply them with the right advice.
Here is the step-by-step guide for a flawless, light and, above all, very long-lasting summer makeup.
The secret to summer-proof makeup? It's all in the foundation! ☀️
Do you think that the secret of a makeup that lasts from morning to night is in the foundation?
Spoiler: That's not true!
With the arrival of hot weather, the skin naturally produces more sebum, and this is where your summer skincare routine must take the real leap in quality.
To avoid the “shiny” effect and make your makeup last even under the sun, three simple steps are enough:
Prep your skin the right way and your makeup will thank you!
If in winter the primer can be an optional step, in summer it becomes a real ally to keep makeup fresh and flawless for longer.
The secret is to apply it strategically: on the T-zone choose a mattifying and smoothing primer to counteract the shiny effect on the forehead, nose and chin, while on the cheeks you can focus on a moisturizing and grippy primer to achieve a luminous complexion and a delicate glow effect, without compromising the hold of the makeup.
Giving products time to “fix” on the skin drastically reduces the risk of makeup slipping off.
The golden rule of summer is: less is more. The more product you apply, the more material there will be available to melt in the heat.
Yes to hybrid formulas: replace your full-coverage foundation with a Skin Tint, BB cream or water-based foundation.
Use concealer strategically: instead of covering the whole face, even out the foundation with a very light veil of product and use a high-coverage, waterproof concealer only where you really need it (dark circles, blemishes, redness).
The trick? Blend them well and then “fix” them by blending a very light film of the respective powder product on top.
In the heat, eyes and lips are the first areas to test the durability of makeup.
For the eyes, the eye primer is an essential step: it creates an even foundation, prevents eyeshadow from accumulating in the creases and prolongs its duration.
In the summer months, it is better to choose long-lasting cream eyeshadows or waterproof stick pencils, completing the look with a water-resistant mascara.
The long-lasting rule also applies to the lips: if you love intense lipsticks, define and fill in the lips with a no-transfer pencil for flawless color.
If, on the other hand, you prefer a more natural and light effect, focus on moisturizing lip oils or lip tints, which give comfort, zero heavy effect and a color that resists even the hottest days by the sea.
The last step is the one that really makes the difference, especially when heat and humidity put a strain on makeup.
To fix each product and create a protective barrier, two allies are enough.
The transparent loose powder should be applied with a puff or a soft brush only in the areas that tend to shine, such as the T-zone and the eye contour, avoiding excesses that could weigh down the complexion.
To complete the routine, the setting spray takes care of it: choose a mattifying or long-lasting formula and spray it on the face by drawing an X and a T from about 20 centimeters apart.
The result will be a more resistant, fresh and flawless makeup throughout the day.
Even the most durable makeup can need a little touch-up after hours spent in the city or in the sun.
The golden rule? Do not add more powder to shiny skin: you only risk creating a heavy and unnatural effect.
Much better to keep some smart allies in your bag, such as absorbent papers, perfect for eliminating excess sebum without altering makeup, and a refreshing or thermal spray water, ideal for restoring comfort and hydration to the skin, reviving the complexion with a simple gesture.
So makeup will immediately regain a fresh and luminous look, without the need to start from scratch.
