Beauty Tips

Transition Your Makeup from Summer to Fall Like a Pro

As the sun sets on summer, use these expert tips to gradually tweak your look -- without sacrificing your glow or spending a ton of dough

by Anna Jimenez

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If you're thinking: "Whoa, summer is ending � already?" Yes, we're here to remind you, that it is (sorry). It's time for fall makeup trends and new school supplies. But there's no need to panic or pull out your mohair sweaters just yet. You still have a solid month left to wear your favorite coral lipstick and white linen shorts.

But because we all know that time flies (with every new wrinkle and crease that appears around our eyes we're reminded of that fact) -- we should accept the seasonal change as gracefully as each new candle on our birthday cake (ugh).

See the post-summer makeup tips now.

So yes, it is officially time to start thinking about how to transition your makeup look and get your face fall-ready. One of the things we hate to let go of come fall is that pretty summer glow. Whether it is real or from a bottle (kudos for tanning the safe way), it takes work to get that sun-kissed makeup look down pat. That's why we went to MAC Senior Artist, John Stapleton, to find out how we can keep our glow going post-summer while looking appropriate for fall. He also shares tips on how to camouflage common skin issues associated with too much fun in the sun.

Check out these post-summer makeup tips now and learn quick ways to update your look -- no overhaul necessary -- as well as which shades should be booted from your caboodle (yes, as scary as it is, we still have one, do you?) sooner rather than later.

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Applying bronzer under the cheekbones sounds interesting, (but in a good way)

by nicky22 Friday, October 5, 2012 at 03:36PM Report as inappropriate

Black or brown eyeliner year round. Classic looks never go out of style.

by robyne00 Saturday, August 4, 2012 at 11:19AM Report as inappropriate

Definitely agree on toning down on the self-tanner for the fall.

by CeeNee888 Thursday, September 29, 2011 at 03:30PM Report as inappropriate

idk I think this is pretty obvious.

by Bon_Bon Monday, August 15, 2011 at 01:08AM Report as inappropriate

I had the same problem vvv just refresh the page:P But great tips!

by riley_beach Thursday, July 21, 2011 at 06:06PM Report as inappropriate

Theres something the matter with the site when I wanted to go to the second page it wouldn't let me.

by crazygirl21 Thursday, July 7, 2011 at 11:01AM Report as inappropriate

Really good tips. I especially like the nail polish one--you could even just darken your polish by mixing your own in a ManGlaze FrankenJugg--saves a little money, and you get to customize your polish exactly the way you want it!

by LipglossandSpandex Sunday, April 17, 2011 at 04:39PM Report as inappropriate

Wow-what a great website! Thanks for rating products .I can't tell you how many times I have bought a"miracle wrinkle cream" or hair repair product just to be disappointed and lighter in the purse!This is a wonderful way to find out what works or doesn't work!Thanks so much :)

by Peggie118 Sunday, September 5, 2010 at 06:02PM Report as inappropriate

I'll have to give this a shot. Good tips.

by mary_larsenn Monday, August 23, 2010 at 02:03PM Report as inappropriate

This is a great article. Summer makeup starts looking drab once the weather starts getting cooler, so there some helpful tips here. Thanks!

by CeeNee Friday, August 20, 2010 at 05:10PM Report as inappropriate