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Minimalist summer makeup for your perfect beach day

Published on June 12, 2025 at 9:04 / Updated on June 13, 2025 at 13:32

We all want to look our best, even when temperatures soar and the beach calls our name! Whether or not you choose to wear makeup in the heat is entirely personal, but there’s one step everyone should follow: protect your skin with a good sunscreen. Here’s your ultimate summer makeup routine for flawless beach style!

Pick a high SPF sunscreen and soak up the sun safely

The first step in your beach-day beauty ritual is to apply sunscreen with a high SPF. Whether you prefer lotions, powders, sprays, or sunscreen sticks, make sure to select at least SPF 30—ideally 50 or higher. Then continue with your makeup routine if desired.

Remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours, or more frequently if you’re swimming or sweating. Certain sunscreen forms can be conveniently reapplied without disturbing your makeup. For more tips, check out our guide to keeping your skin and makeup protected from the sun!

Want a glam upgrade to the usual invisible or white sunscreen? Swap it out for a tinted, waterproof sunscreen—it gives you flawless skin while protecting you from UV rays.

Perfect beach-ready makeup

Want to enhance your natural beauty at the beach? No worries! You can definitely wear makeup during the summer heat if you choose the right products. Sunscreen is essential, but don’t forget to protect your lips, too! Many lip balms, whether tinted or clear, include SPF to shield delicate lip skin.

When it comes to face and eye makeup, choose products that are lightweight and won’t clog your pores. Instead of conventional foundation, pick a tinted sunscreen or a lighter SPF-infused product (but always apply a separate sunscreen first!). Alternatively, go for a BB cream or targeted concealer. The goal? Let your skin breathe while showcasing a radiant, healthy glow.

For longer-lasting makeup, prep your skin with daily moisturizer, select waterproof makeup products, and finish with a setting powder followed by a makeup setting spray. Tuck these essential finishers into your beach bag for easy touch-ups after reapplying sunscreen.

Looking for some extra glamour? Complete your beach look with these beauty essentials: waterproof mascara, cream blush, eyeliner pencil, bronzing powder (matte or shimmery for that sun-kissed effect), and a tinted lip balm. A quick spritz of setting spray and you're all set to shine at the beach!

Adapt your summer look for special occasions

If you have an evening beach event—whether it’s a picnic with friends, a romantic date, or a seaside wedding—you can elevate your makeup look accordingly. Add extra definition to your eyes or complexion. A shimmering or satin-finish eyeshadow can beautifully highlight your eyes for evening occasions. When in doubt, get inspired by the trending “strawberry makeup” look—rosy cheeks, luminous skin, and charming faux freckles.

Complete your glamorous beach diva look with effortless and chic hairstyles, like trendy beach waves. Add your favourite summer fragrance, and you’re ready to dazzle by the water!

After-beach skincare essentials

Back home, don't forget to use a double cleanse to thoroughly remove sunscreen and impurities. Follow up with moisturizer to soothe skin exposed to the sun and wind. Repeat these steps after your next beach day!

Have a beautiful summer!

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