Summer makeup tips

This is our first full summer out and about since the pandemic. Many of us, myself included, have almost forgotten how to create a summer makeup look – we spent so much time in masks so we didn’t bother! I spoke with Gemma Rogers, Estee Lauder National Education Manager, for summer makeup tips to help get us back on track.

Will we be seeing made-up glam or natural, all-over glow this summer?

Makeup this summer will look clean, natural and glowing to match the more relaxed vibe of an Australian summer. It’s low effort but high impact – think smudgy eyeliner, flushed cheeks and high shine lips. A lot of the sheer, natural textures are easy to apply with your fingers.

Should we be focusing on our lips more?

Lips are having a moment after being hidden behind masks for so long. A perfect summer shade is Estee Lauder Pure Color Revitalizing Crystal Balm in Sun Crystal. This has a 3 in one role: lipstick, lip balm and blush.

Speaking of, is blush a thing this summer?

Cheeks will be beautifully flushed and bronzer will soften the face and give that straight-from-the-beach vibe. And don’t forget a gorgeous highlighter! Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Highlighting Powder Gelee in Solar Crush is perfect applied on the high points of the face for extra glow.

Can you give a couple of lip and eye makeup tips?

For lips and eyes, a more lived-in look is trending. There is no need for a steady eyeliner hand, simply draw a messy line and smudge up and down. Estee Lauder Double Wear 24H Waterproof Gel Eye Pencil has a smudge tip at one end, which makes it super easy to apply. Use this to tightline the top eyelid to give natural definition. Finish with mascara. For the lips, use the fingers to pat on as a stain. Concentrate the colour in the centre of the lips and don’t worry about lining the lips too perfectly. CBM