Basic Makeup Steps: A Quick Rundown

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Whether you’re heading to brunch or a night out, here’s a simple makeup routine:

Cleanse & Moisturize

Always start with a clean, hydrated face. Use a lightweight moisturizer or a hydrating primer.

Primer

A silicone-based or hydrating primer helps makeup last longer and smooths the skin.

Foundation or Tinted Moisturizer

Choose according to your desired coverage. For hot days, go for a light BB/CC cream or a matte finish foundation.

Concealer

Use under the eyes, around the nose, or on blemishes for a flawless base.

Setting Powder

Especially helpful for oily skin or humid weather. Keeps everything in place.

Brows

Fill them in naturally using a pencil, powder, or tinted brow gel.

Eyeshadow (Optional)

A neutral wash of color or a shimmer on the lids is enough for a fresh look.

Eyeliner & Mascara

Use waterproof formulas if you expect to sweat or swim.

Blush & Bronzer

Adds warmth and color to your face. Cream blush works well for a natural glow.

Highlighter

Apply on high points (cheekbones, nose bridge) for a radiant glow.

Lips

Choose a tinted lip balm, gloss, or lipstick that suits the occasion.

Setting Spray

Locks everything in place—especially important in heat or humidity.

�� Beach Makeup: Dos & Don’ts

✅ Do:

Use waterproof products (mascara, brow gel, eyeliner).

Apply sunscreen first—ideally a tinted SPF for protection and coverage.

Use a lip balm with SPF to prevent sunburned lips.

Stick to cream or gel-based products—they melt into the skin and look more natural.

Try a tinted moisturizer or BB cream with SPF for light coverage.

❌ Don’t:

Don’t use heavy foundation—it will melt and clog pores.

Avoid powder-heavy makeup—it can look cakey under sun or sweat.

Don’t skip SPF—even if your makeup has some, apply sunscreen underneath.

�� Gym Makeup: Dos & Don’ts

I wore makeup to the gym. Listen, I know. Wearing makeup while you’re sweating it out on a StairMaster isn’t the best thing for your skin, according to every dermatologist ever. I asked yet another derm about it, just in case the science has miraculously changed or something. Spoiler alert: It hasn’t. “You can wear makeup to the gym, but should you? Not really,” says Dr. Mona Gohara, a board-certified dermatologist based in Hamden, Connecticut. “When you exercise, your skin ramps up oil and sweat production, your body temperature rises, and your pores dilate like little open mouths. If you’re wearing foundation or concealer, that mix of ingredients, emollients, and waxes acts like sludge clogging up a storm drain — hello, breakouts, irritation, and uneven texture.”

✅ Do:

Use tinted moisturizer or spot concealer for a natural, breathable look.

Apply waterproof mascara only if needed.

Use a setting spray to help avoid smudges if you’re wearing any makeup.

Try a tinted brow gel for quick grooming.

❌ Don’t:

Don’t wear full foundation or contour—it can clog pores when you sweat.

Avoid powder blush or highlighter—they streak with sweat.

Skip makeup if possible—let your skin breathe and save the glow-up for post-workout!

�� Bikini-Friendly Beauty Must-Haves

When you're in swimwear, you may want minimal yet flattering enhancements. Here are products that pair well with bikinis:

�� Tanning Sticks / Bronzing Sticks

Adds instant warmth and glow to your skin.

Great for collarbones, shoulders, legs, and cheeks.

Look for water-resistant formulas for beach or pool use.

✨ Body Shimmer Oils or Sprays

Highlight your tan with a subtle shimmer.

Ideal for legs, arms, and décolleté.

�� Tinted Lip Balms

Hydrate and add a pop of color without looking overdone.

�� Waterproof Brow Gel & Mascara

A polished look with minimal effort—even after a swim.

�� Tinted Sunscreens / BB Creams with SPF

Protect your skin while evening out your complexion.

Final Tips:

Keep blotting papers or mattifying powder in your beach/gym bag.

Hydrate! Glowing skin starts from within.

Less is more in high-heat or high-movement environments—focus on enhancing, not covering.