Summer Beauty Must Haves 2014
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Summer Beauty Must Haves 2014

 

summer beauty must haves

Summer beauty must haves. Products may come and go and trust me, a lot of them come through my makeup bag, but there are a few key essentials that I always have on hand.  In the summer I don’t like to wear a lot of makeup, but there are some products that I don’t go without. While going makeup free really isn’t an option, keeping it light and natural is. The following products have served me well.  I have used most of them for many years, but some are new additions.

summer beauty must haves

Summer Beauty Must Haves

Light foundation. This could also be a tinted moisturizer. When the heat really turns up and most products melt off my face no matter how many precautions I take, Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer is the perfect option. When the occasion dictates, I use her foundation primer and the two have been an ideal combination. I can layer the moisturizer as needed (think unfortunate blemishes) and it gives me an ultra-lightweight, clean coverage.

Powder. This is a necessity to keep shine at bay and to help set my makeup. I usually reapply this throughout the day. My biggest challenge is the bulky packaging. Also, since I prefer a loose powder, there’s always the mess factor to consider. I’ve finally found the ideal solution with Alison Raffaele’s transparent finish powder. Is very light and I can simply throw the 2-in-1 brush into my bag and go.

Eye Shadow. Of the many eye shadows that I’ve used, I keep coming back to Urban Decay. Their palette was a stroke of genius and the colours work for everyone, even though we all have our favourites. I find that the shadow stays on all day with little to no re-touches needed.

Mascara and base. There are more mascaras on the market than I can count, but my go to (as in I can blindly walk up to the makeup counter and pick it out without a second thought) is Diorshow in black. The formula is consistent, it lasts forever and always makes my lashes look long and full. I’ve recently added Diorshow Maximizer, a lash plumping serum, to the mix and I love that I’m also protecting my lashes, it’s an added bonus.

Eye liner. This isn’t always an everyday, but lately I’ve been reaching for Nars’ something liner. It’s super easy to use, one stroke above the lash line and I’m done.  If I want a more dramatic eye, that’s also easy to do. If you can hold a pen then you can use this liner.

Lip conditioner. As many of you know, I love a bold lip. A beautiful red is always acceptable in my books, but it only looks good when your lips are conditioned and at their best. Dior’s Rose is a wonderful option. The packaging and colour are fun and girlie and the magic inside is even better. The rose conditioner keeps my lips at their very best.

Blush. I’ve only recently started wearing blush on a daily basis and Laura Mercier’s Oleander is the perfect colour for me. The cream formula is easy to apply and it blends seamlessly into my cheeks. The bright pink gives my otherwise pale cheeks a nice fresh flush.

Sunscreen. This is a staple that should be in everyone’s makeup bag. As many of the formulas are quite heavy, I’ve finally turned to Chanel’s daily UV care multi-protection sunscreen in either SPF 30 or 50. What I like best about it, is that it has been specifically designed for everyday wear under your makeup. This means that it doesn’t clog my pores. Clarins has a similar product that’s also a great option.

summer beauty must haves

These are the products you can always find in my makeup bag.

What are your summer beauty must haves for 2014?

My summer beauty must haves for 2014:

 

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54 Comments

  1. A lot of amazing products!!!!
    Ciao bellissima!!!
    Kisses
    http://expressyourselfbypaolalauretano.blogspot.it

  2. Josephina - Josephina Collection

    I’ve heard so many great things about the Urban Decay eye palette. Think I’ll have to try it! Also, I’m always looking for a good lip conditioner so thanks for the Dior suggestion.

    xo,
    Josephina

  3. tr3ndygirl fashion blog

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  4. A wonderful site, easy to navigate, with useful tips! x
    http://louiseplace.com

    1. Thank you so much!

  5. Love these suggestions…especially the eyeliner. I will be checking on that one at Sephora. I love my Bobby Brown Rouge Pot. Never thought I would like a cream blush but I do!!

    1. I love Bobby Brown too. I know what you mean, I was shocked to find out that I loved a cream blush!
      xo

  6. Beautiful! wishing you a great weekend…
    Kisses from Miami,
    Borka
    http://www.chicfashionworld.com

    1. Thank you! Have a wonderful weekend too.
      xo

  7. Sunscreen and concealer, perhaps some blush, mascara, eyeliner and lipstick and I´m good to go 🙂

    http://kjandersen.org/

  8. Paola Lauretano

    Happy WE!!!
    Ciao bellissima, kisses!!!
    http://expressyourselfbypaolalauretano.blogspot.it

  9. Great selection and I might look into a couple of these! That Urban Decay Eye palette is definitely on my list!
    Thanks for visiting my blog!!

    http://www.chiclyyours.com

    1. Thnks! The Urban Decay palette is a must for me!
      xo

  10. Great picks for Summer. I can’t live without my Naked palette 😉

  11. you have so many great products!
    x
    http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au

    1. I really like nice makeup….thanks!
      xo

  12. Kathrine Eldridge

    Thanks for all the great ideas for new products! I am a huge Laura Mercier fan and have never tried the Oleander blush. Going to buy it soon. I always use her Radiance Foundation Primer. 🙂

    http://www.kathrineeldridge1.wordpress.com

    1. Her foundation is amazing! I had never tried Oleander until a makeup artist used it on me. It was so natural and blended seamlessly with my skin tone.
      xo

  13. Love it!!! I use the Naked 3 palette on a regular basis. I adore each shade it has, so versatile!
    I’m looking for a new loose powder too, I’ll have to check out what you recommended. Where did you get it?

    1. I first found it at a store in Vancouver called Beauty Mark (I know they ship all over). I’m pretty sure her line is available everywhere. It’s seriously one of the best powder’s I’ve tried.
      xo

  14. I recently bought Dior Show in black and was a bit disappointed, I expected it would make lashes longer. Though the color is super black! I still prefer Lancome Hypnose…Thanks for sharing about LMercier foundation, I plan to try it!
    p.s loved your blog a lot, spent almost an hour reading it! following you!

    xx

    http://fashionpeekaboo.com

    1. Awe thanks, that’s so awesome, I’m glad you like it!!! I agree Lancome has great mascara’s for lengthening but for everyday it’s the dior one for me.
      xo

  15. Caroline I love this post!:) I’ll have to try out the sunscreen from chanel:)

    1. I’m so glad. I love that sunscreen, can’t live without it!
      xo

  16. This cream by Dior is a really good product !

    1. I just love Dior! Thanks!
      xo

  17. Great products! Love Dior Mascara and sometimes wear only this with a great tan 🙂
    Tonie
    http://www.toniegirl.com

    1. That is absolutely fabulous!
      xo

  18. Nice post and good advices!
    Unfortunately the Creme de Rose Dior lipbalm has been remove form the Spain market this year. I contacted Dior and told me they have remove it from some countries in Europe. So sad! This formula was amazing!!!

    Regards from Barcelona!

    1. Oh no! I just bought some here is Warsaw… I’d be happy to send it to you!
      xo

  19. HI Caroline! First off, I just want to give my heartfelt thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving such a sweet, sincere comment! I really appreciate it, esp since I am new at this! Glad to have visited yours, I love the layout so so much, it’s so pretty! Great summer must haves! Ive been dying to get my hands on the naked 3 but been holding back since I don’t reach for my naked 1 so much, now Lorac has the Lorac Pro 2, all the more confused I am as to what to get! hahahaha! 🙂

    Uris
    http://my-sinina.blogspot.com/

    1. Awe, thanks so much for stopping by…now you made my day! Love Lorac products.
      xo

  20. great picks! the naked pallet is one of my favorites too 🙂

    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley
    SideSmile Style

    1. Thanks!!! I couldn’t live without it.
      xo

  21. Ooh these are all so lovely! I want your collection of beauty supplies 🙂 I don’t use too many products to be honest.
    xx
    http://www.JuneWantsItAll.com

    1. Ha! Thanks. I’ve worked really hard to put that collection together.
      xo

  22. Love it! Always fun to see what others like! And yes, 100% laura Mercier is always in my makeup bag as well….

    http://jezzdallasmakeup.blogspot.com/

    1. Oh good! Her products are just amazing!
      xo

  23. Urban Decay really is the holy grail when it comes to eyeshadow haha. I’m still skeptical about the Naked 3 palette- I’m a die-hard for Naked 1- but it does have a lot of shimmery summer pink colours that intrigue me. And that Laura Mercier foundation sounds like exactly the product I’ve been on a hunt for! I’ll def try it out on my next trip to Sephora.

    xo
    Ash
    http://www.vogueanatomy.blogspot.com

    1. Agreed with regards to Urban Decay, they’ve done something right.
      xo

  24. So much wonderful advice! I am going to have to try the Dior Lip Conditioner. xx

    http://myvioletdelights.blogspot.com.au/

    1. It’s wonderful, I’m sure you’ll love it.
      xo

  25. During the summer I really tend to wear less makeup also. I find it melts off too. It’s hard to keep product on your face too long when you are worried about other things (sweating). I gave up my usual foundation for tinted moisturizer this summer sans blush.
    Bright and Shiny

    1. Agreed, when the weather gets really hot it’s minimal makeup for as it’s going to melt off anyway!
      xo

  26. Great picks for Summer.
    Beautetude

    1. Thanks! I find I keep coming back to these same products over and over again.
      xo

  27. Статья очень интересная 🙂
    Мои постоянные летние косметические средства :консилер , тушь и румяна .
    http://larissamerkulova.blogspot.com/

    1. Yes, mascara, concealer and blush are definite beauty must-haves!Thanks so much for stopping by!
      xo

  28. Your product selection is fantastic! I love that blush, the color is sophisticated and wearable at the same time, good!
    have you a nice day, bye!
    Flò
    http://lafloppola.blogspot.it

  29. Aurélie - lovelifelovefashion

    All those great products and brands!

    I actually don’t wear that much make-up. Especially not in summer. But I couldn’t go without mascara and for certain occasions a bright happy colored lipstick.

    x Aurélie

    1. Agreed, mascara is always a necessity!
      xo

      1. i really like this kind of foundation. i think it help to me on how to the beauty maintain…

        1. Thank you!
          xo

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