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Melt-Proof Summer Makeup Trends

The hottest makeup trends for Summer 2011, plus expert tips on how to get your look to stay put

by Sharon J. Yi

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Melt-proof makeup tip #2: Avoid liquid foundation "I always recommend avoiding heavy layers of makeup -- especially in the summer," says Rodriguez. "You're hot in the summer so you want to keep it light." And the last thing you want is a caked-on look. Remember the more you put on, the more is at risk of melting off.

Opt for a tinted moisturizer if you have dry or combination skin. "For most skin types, I recommend the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 Oil-Free, $42, which has an SPF factor of 20 to keep you protected from the sun. It's light, and you can use spot-concealer for blemishes," says Landis. Try Cle de Peau Concealer, $70. For oily skin, sebum production becomes especially challenging to handle in the summer. Rodriquez suggests reaching for mineral foundation, as these are powder formulas that help soak up oil and provide sun protection. He recommends Jane Iredale Pure Pressed Base Mineral Foundation SPF 20, $34.50, which stays put.

SEE NEXT PAGE: Melt-proof makeup tip #3: Use powder

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Nice tips

by EricaC123 Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 07:10AM Report as inappropriate

some great tips!

by Chris213 Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at 06:20PM Report as inappropriate

I was hoping for some good tips to keep make-up from dripping with the steamy FL heat. Powders help, but I've tried it on my eyelids and it doesn't seem to work to keep color from "traveling" there.

by alictasia Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at 09:33AM Report as inappropriate

love the urban decay cheek tint, it adds just the right amount of color and never looks 'painted on'

by yetunde Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at 08:37AM Report as inappropriate

This is a great article.. very helpful since I live in a desert state. Hot and dry so light layers of makeup is the key. But this article was for summer 2011 - why so outdated? Are the colors recommended still working in summer 2012?

by flirtygirl214 Monday, July 2, 2012 at 03:19PM Report as inappropriate

Love this article

by rachaellh13 Thursday, June 28, 2012 at 02:11AM Report as inappropriate

Helpful advice...

by sweettpea29 Friday, June 22, 2012 at 08:52AM Report as inappropriate

amazing advice! i live in a place where it gets really hot in the summer.

by liliofthevalley Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 08:48AM Report as inappropriate

very helpful!!! thanks a million

by Pinkeebler Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at 12:53PM Report as inappropriate

Great tips!! Too bad primer breaks me out, and liquid foundation always works for me!

by lisiana_de_bem_justino Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 08:57PM Report as inappropriate