Vincent Oquendo shaves supermodels before applying cosmetics. Dermaplaning my customers' skin before makeup is one of my secrets for summer makeup.
Priming Matters
Primer and exfoliation let makeup endure through breakfast, a beach day, and a park picnic.
Go Foundation-Less
Lightening your regimen for the season by just using what you need, including concealer to cover shadows and spots. Cream concealer.
Try a Tinted Moisturizer
For a subtle glow, apply a tinted moisturizer like Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector. Make your own barely-there base.
Invest in the Proper Instruments
Most of us use a light base in summer to balance out our complexion, but if applied improperly, it may slip off and look like an oil slick.
Maximize Multitasking Makeup
Use a lip, lid, and cheek product. Multipurpose makeup lightens your luggage and produces a gentle, homogeneous effect.
Switch Over to Waterproof Formulas
Midday mascara or eyeliner mistakes are the worst. Especially in summer, use a waterproof version of your favorite eye cream to avoid raccoon eyes.
Sparkles Over Shadow
The waterproof aloe vera glue keeps decorations in place throughout sweaty summer activities.
Orange You Glad
Playing with color is always pleasant, but summer's heated air makes it more fun. Applying summer's orange on lips and cheeks rather than eyes to avoid creasing or running.
Power of the Matte
Matte lipstick outlasts summer plans. You need a non-fading, non-marking formula. Kiss, sip, or mask. It won't transfer.