These celebrities offer the best summer make-up inspiration to take you from beach to bar and back again. Simply follow these seven steps to radiant, Instagram-worthy summer hair and make-up.
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Good skin can pull off any make-up look so always exfoliate, cleanse and moisturise. A primer will transform your skin into the ideal blank canvas, and ensures long-lasting, even coverage – you want that summer glow to stay put, however hot it gets! And don’t forget to factor in some SPF – many products have it as standard, but double check to make sure you’re covered.
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It isn’t called foundation for nothing. Finding the right base is the key to achieving a dewy, barely there summer make-up look. Avoid foundations with heavy matt coverage: a radiant summer glow calls for an illuminating sheer foundation or tinted moisturiser. If you’re lucky enough to have on-trend freckles, you’ll want a product with light coverage to let them shine through.
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For a healthy, sun-kissed glow, as worn so well by Gigi Hadid, use a fan-shaped brush to sweep bronzer onto the high points of your cheekbones. Use in moderation for an understated look, and if you prefer a rosebud blush try shades of pretty pinks and peaches. Finish with the lightest dusting of translucent powder.
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For wide-eyed, natural-looking peepers take a leaf out of Mila Kunis’ look book and use eyelash curlers and a palette of flattering browns, taupes and golds on the eyelids. Keep your brows natural and full – a gel will help keep them in place whether you’re poolside or partying. A waterproof cream eyeliner is just the ticket for creating a subtle cat’s eye flick that won’t wander.
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Fresh make-up needn’t preclude a bit of glamorous glitter, as Margot Robbie knows well. Apply a shimmer of colourful eyeshadow and combine with a bright berry lip for effortless red-carpet style. Or, team a burnt orange lip colour with similar eye shadow for an alternative take on the theme.
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Having said that, a nude matte lip makes the perfect partner for a no-fuss summer face. Choose from a palette of easy to wear brown or pink neutrals and don’t skimp on the prep – ensure your lips are exfoliated and moisturised with lip balm or oil to keep them soft and kissable.
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Step up the TLC for happy summer hair. Treat your tresses to conditioning masques and smooth out frizz with nourishing oil. For relaxed day-time styling, Gigi Hadid’s casually tousled beach waves are an inspiration – use a mousse product to prep a soft volumised look that’s not too obviously ‘groomed’.
Make Blake Lively’s repertoire of loose chignon up-dos your template for laid-back summer style and allow a few stray tendrils to flatteringly frame your face. Those with a shoulder-length bob, can look to Margot Robbie for a masterclass in how to work this versatile style. Whether bed-head tousled or poker straight, with a centre or side parting, tucked behind an ear or gently scooped into a messy bun, the bob is equally at home at beach or bar, or onwards and upwards to the after-show party.
