Summer Must-Have Beauty Products

Summer is in full swing and while the season brings about tons of amazing things, melting foundation, smudged eyeshadow and boring hairstyles are not among them. So instead of becoming a beauty victim to the humidity and soaring temperatures outside, check out some of our beauty tips below. From knowing whether to use cream or powder products or what products should be used before and after you apply makeup to keep it in place to finding out how to achieve TikTok’s most popular hair style – we’ve got you covered!

Invest in a setting spray

This is a must-have product during those hot summer days. Spritzing three pumps of setting spray onto your face will act as an invisible mask and keep your makeup from becoming overly shiny. It’ll also prevent you from having to continually touch it up, which is a major plus.

Product: All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray, $33, Ulta.com

Use cream shadows

You won’t have to worry about your eyeshadow smearing in the heat thanks to this long-lasting waterproof cream. It lasts 24 hours, which means it will remain vibrant from morning until night. To ensure you paint on your color evenly, wet down your eyeshadow brush with water first to help the product go on smoother. If you pick a color that shimmers, it can also double as highlighter!

Product: Pro Longwear Paint Pot Eyeshadow, $25, Ulta.com

Go for mermaid hair

It’s no secret that mermaid waves are summer’s go-to hair trend thanks to TikTok – they’re basically the modern-day version of the crimped hairstyle and they look good on anyone. To create them, you’ll need a waver like this one. Start by applying heat protectant to your tresses and wait until it’s fully dry to style otherwise your waves won’t hold. Then, take a section of hair and clamp it between barrels at the height of your eyes – don’t start at the very top of your head. Remember to use the lowest barrel wave as the start of your new wave as you work down the length of your hair. For more intense waves, hold the clamp down for a couple seconds longer. Let your waves cool and then finish off with a strong-hold hairspray.

Product: CHI x Barbie™ Dreamhouse 1.25” Titanium Triple Barrel Deep Waver, $110, Chi.com

Skip powdered bronzers

When the temperatures are high, powdered products can leave your skin feeling cakey. Avoid that feeling by switching over to a cream-based bronzing stick. It’ll stay put and won’t feel heavy on your skin. Just swipe it on, blend it in and you’ll have a sun-kissed glow in no time!

Product: On-the-Glow Bronze, $18, Pixibeauty.com

Go with waterproof brow gels

Achieving foolproof brows that are sweat-resistant and won’t melt in the heat is totally possible if you use a waterproof gel. The waxy substance will give your brows a natural, filled-in look that has extreme staying power. Just dip your eyebrow brush into the product, stroke it onto your brows and then blend the color with a spoolie.

Product: POWmade Waterproof Brow Pomade, $10, ulta.com

Take time to prime

Before you put on any makeup, apply a small amount of primer to your complexion. Doing so will keep your foundation intact – even on the hottest of afternoons.

Product: e.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer, $9, Amazon.com

Detox your hair

Keep your hair feeling smooth and clean with a detox shampoo. Using a dollop of product twice a week will remove the build-up sweat, dirt, leftover styling product and dead skin cells, giving your hair new life. If you have hair on the dyer side, leave it on for 3-5 minutes before you rinse it out, and if you have more oily hair, let it sit for 4-6 minutes.

Product: WOW Skin Science Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo, $17, Amazon.com

Fall for a foundation with SPF

Not only does this foundation feature superfood essence that nourishes your skin, it also protects it with SPF 40. You will get a full coverage look, while also color-correcting your complexion and blurring out any imperfections you may be insecure about. It’s no wonder why so many women are obsessed with this product!

Product: Yensa BC Foundation, $42, Nordstrom.com

Stick with liquid blushes

It’s true: bright powdered blush and humidity aren’t a winning combination. That’s why cheek stains, like this one, will become your best friend this summer. A little of this product goes a long way, though, so all you need are a couple of dots of product to achieve a pop of color.

Product: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush, $20, Sephora.com

*Photo Credit: Vitabrid C12 FACE Brightening Powder*

Embrace vitamin C

Looking for a way to add Vitamin C into your skincare routine? Then this product is calling your name! It promotes collagen, helps your skin appear firmer and protects it from damaging free-radicals caused by UV rays and pollution. The best part is, you can mix it into your favorite moisturizer, serum or toner.

Product: Vitabrid C12 FACE Brightening Powder, $68, Nordstrom.com

*Photo Credit: Laquona Williams - Caught Impressions by Q*

Gloss your lips

Did you know that lip glosses help your lips maintain their moisture and plumpness during the summertime? They keep them hydrated and from drying out, while adding a pop of buildable color at the same time.

Tip: To give your lips some definition, trace them with a slightly darker lip liner first and then fill them in with the gloss.

Product: Cole Colors, $23, Colecolrs.com

Morgan McMurrin is a fashion and beauty editor based in NYC where she lives with her husband and dog, Boo. She has over 10 years of experience writing for national publications like ELLE, Timeout New York, J-14, and JustJared.com. She loves creating editorial eye candy for all ages that can inspire people to try new trends and feel beautiful.