Some like it hot, and some like it better when their makeup doesn’t sweat off. If you are the some who likes both of those things, you probably feel a bit of dread when you think about applying makeup in the summer. Between the heat and humidity, some makeup staples like foundation and concealer can seem too heavy. Let your dread be the thing that melts away with a few makeup techniques for applying summer makeup, plus waterproof and sweat proof makeup from Lancôme that won’t slip off in the summer heat.
What Makeup Is Best for Hot and Humid Weather?
Summer makeup is all about achieving a fresh, lightweight, and radiant look that can withstand the heat and humidity typical of the season. Makeup for hot and humid weather starts with a mattifying primer to create a smooth base and reduce shine. Next, opt for buildable, mineral oil-free and humidity-resistant foundations like Teint Idole Ultra Wear or tinted moisturizers, and use a waterproof concealer for long-lasting coverage. Set your base with a translucent powder, especially in oily areas, and choose powder blushes and bronzers for better staying power. For eye makeup, use transfer-resistant liquid eyeshadows and eyeliners, and finish with waterproof mascara to prevent smudging. Add moisture to lips with a long-lasting lipstick or hydrating lip balm and set everything with a setting spray or powder designed for oily skin or humid conditions to keep your makeup fresh and intact.
Prep with Makeup Primer for Long-Lasting Summer Makeup
To help keep summer makeup looks sweatproof and resistant to heat and humidity, start by prepping skin with a makeup primer. While you can choose a mattifying face primer and a separate sunscreen to protect your skin, it’s also possible (and super simple!) to use an all-in-one product. Consider our easy, one-step prep for summer makeup with UV Expert Defense SPF 50+ Primer & Moisturizer — a mineral oil-free primer, plus moisturizer and broad-spectrum sunscreen in one. It has a unique cooling texture that transforms into a water-like gel that's fast-absorbing and feels refreshing on the skin. It leaves skin non-greasy, non-shiny, and the invisible finish makes it a perfect sunscreen for all skin tones to protect and prep skin for summer makeup looks.
Imprimador y humectante UV Expert Defense con FPS 50+
Protege e hidrata
What Foundation Does Not Sweat Off?
Waterproof or sweat proof foundation are makeup base products designed to resist sweat, oil, and other types of moisture. These are typically long-wearing foundation formulas that can withstand heat, humidity, and even intense physical activity. You can maximize the durability of your foundation when moisture is present by using a waterproof or sweat proof foundation.
Waterproof Foundation with a Natural Matte Finish
When choosing a foundation to last through hot summer nights and outdoor summer activities, consider a formula that provides moisture resistance. Our Teint Idole Ultra Wear 24H Long Wear Full Coverage Foundation is waterproof, sweat and humidity-resistant, and delivers up to 24 hours of ultra-breathable longwearing coverage powered by Advanced Airwear Technology™. It’s a summer staple thanks to the thin, breathable formula, which is also transfer-proof. That means no color transfer on hats, sunglasses, or t-shirts, combating moisture while you enjoy a cool, matte finish.
Base Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation
Transpirable, acabado mate natural
Sweat-Resistant Foundation with a Natural Glow
If you prefer glowy makeup for your summer makeup look, choose a longwearing sweat-resistant or sweat proof foundation with a natural glow finish. Our Teint Idole Ultra Wear Care & Glow Foundation is sweat resistant, infused with an 82% hydrating serum base, offers buildable medium coverage, and provides broad-spectrum SPF 27 sun protection. The formula is non-comedogenic (meaning it won’t clog your pores) and provides effective sun protection in combination with an SPF 30 or higher, making it a perfect foundation for summer makeup that won’t slip away in the heat.
Base con suero Teint Idole Ultra Wear Care & Glow
Cobertura media y acabado brillante natural
Tinted Moisturizer for Summer Makeup
If foundation in the summer isn’t your vibe but you still want a perfected base, you may like a tinted moisturizer. These multitaskers often contain moisturizing ingredients, a tint of color, and sometimes, built-in SPF. In the case of Skin Feels Good Skin Nourishing Foundation, this tinted moisturizer is a moisturizer-foundation hybrid. It’s mineral oil-free and provides sheer-to-light buildable coverage for an ultra-lightweight and perfected base. Skin Feels Good tinted moisturizer also contains hyaluronic acid for hydration and broad-spectrum SPF 23 to help defend skin from UV rays — making it a great option for summer makeup.
Base nutritiva para la piel Skin Feels Good
Cobertura hidratante ligera y FPS 23
Concealer for Summer Makeup
Concealer is a summer girl’s best friend. Hack your concealer application to create a lightweight no-makeup makeup look that’s perfect for summer. Want more coverage? You can also apply concealer over foundation to conceal, sculpt, and highlight the face. For summer makeup looks, consider a concealer with moisture resistance claims, like sweat-proof, transfer-resistant, or waterproof. Our Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Concealer is a sweat-resistant concealer with a lightweight, non-comedogenic formula and provides a natural matte finish. One of the best parts? You can apply this buildable full-coverage concealer to the whole face, including cheeks, temples, and nose. The cute little tube packaging fits perfectly in your beach or makeup bag, convenient for touch ups on-the-go.
Corrector de cobertura completa Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over
Cobertura completa y acabado mate natural
Eyeshadow for Summer Makeup
For summer makeup, the best eyeshadows are ones that can withstand the heat and humidity while staying put and vibrant. To prevent creasing and smudging due to sweat and humidity, opt for creamy or liquid eyeshadows that are smudge resistant or transfer resistant. These formulas, like our Idôle Tint Liquid Eyeshadows, are easy to apply and blend, great for eye looks on-the-go, and are smudge and transfer resistant with up to 16-hour wear so you know they won’t disappear by midday. If you prefer powder eyeshadows but notice they tend to pull a disappearing act on you in the summer – albeit from sweat or oily eyelids – avoid piling on more product. Try using powder eyeshadows, like our Hypnôse 5-Color Eyeshadow Palette, in conjunction with a makeup primer to increase their staying power and prevent any creasing. The primer creates a smooth base that helps the eyeshadow adhere better and last longer.
SOMBRA PARA OJOS LÍQUIDA CON DELINEADOR DE OJOS IDÔLE TINT
Color personalizable con hasta 16 horas de duración
Mascara & Eyeliner for Summer Makeup
Good for a swim in the pool, a cry in the movie theater, or just frequenting the hot outdoors, waterproof eye makeup – like waterproof mascara & eyeliner – are designed to resist moisture. Lancôme has several waterproof mascaras to choose from, including volumizing mascaras, lengthening mascaras for all your favorite lash looks – from clean girl lashes to big volume lashes. For eyeliner, consider our mistake-proof Lash Idôle Liquid Liner for graphic eyeliner looks or a sleek winged liner. The waterproof formula provides up to 24 hours of wear with no smudging, flaking, or fading. Choose from a range of eyeliner colors, including blue eyeliner and green eyeliner, which can be perfect for adding a pop of color to a summer makeup look.
Máscara de pestañas Monsieur Big a prueba de agua
Atrevido y voluminizador
Máscara de pestañas a prueba de agua Lash Idôle
Pestañas realzadas y con volumen
Delineador Idôle
Ultrapreciso y fácil de aplicar
How Do I Keep My Makeup from Sweating Off?
If you don’t already use setting spray, summer is the perfect time to try. Our Fix It Forget It Setting Spray helps increase the longevity of your summer makeup for up to 24 hours. It’s a hydrating, antioxidant-rich setting spray made with a unique silica compound that ensures skin stays shine-free and natural looking all day long. It’s sweatproof and even weatherproof, so apply this setting spray as the last step in your summer makeup routine for a makeup look that won’t budge.
If you prefer a powder formula, consider our Long Time No Shine Loose Setting Powder. It’s an airy, lightweight setting powder that absorbs excess oil and smooths the look of skin, creating a blurred, camera-filter finish and setting your foundation for all-day wear. Thanks to ultra-thin mica minerals, your foundation color is preserved, and skin stays shine-free all day long.
Fijador de maquillaje en aerosol Fix It Forget It
Hidrata y extiende el maquillaje por 24 h
Polvo volátil fijador Long Time No Shine
Absorbe la grasa y suaviza
How to Remove Sweat Proof Makeup
When the sun goes down, makeup comes off – and in the summer, makeup removal at the end of the day is even more important. Think about it: sunscreen, sweat proof foundation, waterproof mascara, plus lingering sweat and pollution from the day – you don’t want this sitting on your skin overnight. When using such long-lasting products, consider the double cleansing method to remove waterproof makeup and cleanse the skin. Use an oil-based makeup remover like Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover as the first step, then follow up with a hydrating, water-based cleanser like our Crème Radiance Cream-To-Foam Cleanser to cleanse skin and wash everything off.
Removedor de maquillaje para ojos de doble acción Bi-Facil
Suave y fácil de usar
Desmaquillante en crema/espuma Crème Radiance
Purifica y suaviza
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