I've been loving a few products in particular for the summer, from certain nail varnish colours, to moisturisers and I think that everyone should adapt their beauty routines for the summer, as it can make your life a lot easier!
My last blog post was surrounding my favourite summer nail colours (check it out), and I still think that nails are big part of making you look and feel more summery. My favourite colour at the moment is definitely "Guava" by Barry M, looks fab on your hands and feet, and would look great if you are lucky enough to get a natural tan! (Sadly, I'm still working on that one, my skin finds it hard to do anything other than stay white, go a little red, then back white).
"Guava" shade.
I've always been a fan of Palmer's Cocoa butter, in fact I use it all throughout the year, it's definitely one of my favourite body moisturisers, it smells AMAZING, is so nourishing and gives you a healthy sheen. I don't know why, but I really associate it with Summer, I think it's probably because the smell of cocoa reminds me of something rich and exotic, and it just reminds me of the beach! Strange I know, but I think it's amazing as an all over moisturiser, and the healthy glow just looks fab! It also costs around £2/3, so it doesn't break the bank...and for something so good, it's well worth it!
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula.
The next thing I SWEAR by is Maybelline Beauty Balm, which I think is brilliant, and perfect for the hot weather! I use this all throughout the year, I use it before my foundation, but I only use a little, as well as only using a little foundation, I hate that caked on look! But for the Summer, I'm just using this as an alternative to foundation, as it's so lightweight, doesn't clog your pores and still provides great coverage! I use the light shade, as I do in all things to do with foundations and powders, as I am very pale! It comes in light, medium and dark and is the perfect thing for your skin in the Summer, they also contain SPF which is definitely a must!
Maybelline BB, 8-1 beauty balm.
In the Summer, I despise strong, heady fragrances, just as I despise dark nail colours in the Summer, I definitely think certain things belong in certain seasons! That's why my all time favourite perfume for the spring/summer months is "Daisy" by Marc Jacobs. I received this is a gift for my 18th birthday, and ever since it has been my favourite. It's light, flowery, classy and also it helps the bottle is absolutely gorgeous! I also have this fragrance in the 'Fresh' version, I had that for my birthday this year, and they both are very flowery (obviously), and they are just fresh, pretty fragrances that I love!
"Daisy" by Marc Jacobs.
"Daisy, Eau So Fresh" by Marc Jacobs.
I have found myself in recent weeks adding neutral eyeshadow to my make-up routine, and I have mainly been using shades from MUA's "Undressed" palette, I also own the "Undress me too" palette, but I haven't got round to using it just yet! The Undressed palette contains a range of matte shades, to shimmery shades and I use the third shade from the left top row all over my eyelids everyday, for a natural colour before applying my liquid liner. I only ever used to wear eyeshadow when I was on a night out, usually smokier shades, but I've found everyday nude shadow can really make a difference.
MUA "Undressed" eyeshadow palette.
The sun can be very drying, especially on your lips, that's why one of my all year round saviour products once again proves to be my number one, Vaseline! I own all four (lol, of course, I do have collective OCD) and they all prove useful and helpful at certain times. Regular Vaseline, Aloe Vera, Rosy lips and Cocoa butter all have their place in my beauty routine. Regular and Aloe Vera are great just to soothe chapped lips, whereas Rosy lips is great for everyday use when you don't want to wear any lip colour, but just want a rosy healthy sheen, and cocoa butter is great for the sun, gives your lips extreme moisture, and smells great! They don't cost the earth, and can be also used to soften your eyelashes, and smooth your eyebrows, everyone needs Vaseline in their life!
- Cocoa Butter Vaseline.
- Rosy Lips Vaseline.
- Original Vaseline
- Aloe Vera Vaseline.
I do believe that you should alter your beauty routine in the different seasons, and simple adaptions, like switching your regular foundation to something more lightweight can make the world of difference. You should drink plenty of water, use SPF on your skin, and wear sunglasses to keep yourself safe, and enjoy the sun whilst it's here! Happy Summer!
(I do not own any of these pictures).
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