As we finally finish finals and wrap up the semester, warm weather is ready to greet us. With the summer season comes sunshine, beach trips and more. Transitioning your makeup from the colder winter months to a more bronzed, sun-kissed look that is comfortable in the heat can be tricky. To help, here are some must-haves from Sephora that are perfect for summer!
Prep and Prime
Too Faced Hangover Replenishing Face Primer
This primer features coconut water and refreshes your skin while providing a smoothing base for any makeup.
MILK MAKEUP Blur Stick
This smoothing stick comes in a universally flattering shade that evens skin. Its packaging makes it easy to take on the go and apply as a primer or as an invisible foundation for days when you don't want to wear a full face of makeup.
Face
AMOREPACIFIC Color Control Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
Packaged in a convenient cushion compact, this foundation offers build-able coverage with a high SPF protection for sunny days.
DIOR Diorskin Forever Perfect Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 35
Though it is a bit heavier than the compact above, Diorskin Forever Perfect Foundation is a fantastic summer option. It provides full coverage while still allowing your skin to breath and look natural on days when you need a bit more foundation.
Marc Jacobs Beauty O!Mega Bronzer Perfect Tan
With a high price point, this bronzer may seem like a stretch. However, the large compact gives a huge amount of product and the pigmented powder creates the perfect sun-kissed glow, making it well worth the splurge.
BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter in Champagne Pop
Beauty Guru Jaclyn Hill's collaboration with BECCA Cosmetics resulted in a beautiful highlighter that is an essential for any makeup junkie.
TARTE Brighter Days Highlighting Moisturizer
For days when you want a natural glow without having to layer on different products, this moisturizer nourishes skin and provides a dewey finish.
Eyes
TOO FACED Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara
TOO FACED's cult classic mascara is now available in a waterproof formula, perfect for days at the beach.
Urban Decay Perversion Waterproof Fine-Point Eye-Pen
This eyeliner provides precision application and a waterproof formula that won't smudge - even on your sweatiest days.
Body
Tarte Better Bod Bronze & Contour + Mitt
For a perfectly tan body, try Tarte's new bronzing lotion. It even comes with a mitt for hassle-free application.
Finishing
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder
These finishing powders from Hourglass are universally flattering. For a perfect sun-kissed look all over your face, dust this all over!
Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray
Keeping makeup in place on hot summer days can be tough. This longtime favorite from Urban Decay locks your look in place for a perfect face of makeup that lasts all day and night.
