These brilliant beauty solutions are the
perfect way to stay cool and look hot as the temperature rises
All- Day Eyes
These pens can be used as eyeshadow or
eyeliner and come in loads of pretty colours. The creamy texture blends nicely,
while the waterproof formula really sticks.
Mavala Crayon Lumiere, $13.1, www.bakersandlarners.com
Mavala
Crayon Lumiere
Stay-Put Pout
Summer’s cold treats can eat up your lippie
– unless you’re wearing this blend. One swipe from this super little bullet
will stay put for up to 12 hours.
MAC Pro Longwear Lipcreme in
Loudmouth Orange, $24.75, www.maccosmetics.com
Long-Lasting Lashes
Rain or shine, smudged mascara is a beauty
fail. Stop yours emigrating down your face by swapping your regular
lash-booster for its waterproof cousin. This one delivers the same intense
effect as its regular counterpart, without the hassle of annoying smudges.
Get The Glow
This mineral foundation comes in a clever
self-dispensing and refillable brush for quick and easy application and a
seamless finish. It won’t clog pores or cause spots, thanks to its
antibacterial properties, and as its sweat-proof and water-resistant, it’s
great for long days at the beach.
Susan Posnick Colorflo Foundation, $52.3,
www.feelunique.com
Susan
Posnick Colorflo Foundation, $52.3
Revive Your Face
Keep a stash of this facial mist in your
handbag or desk drawer to keep you cool and calm and your skin fresh. Thanks to
a special combination of balancing and moisturising essential oils and plant
extracts, one spritz will pep up your complexion and your mood. Oh, and it
makes a great toner, too.
Living Nature Nature’s Hydrating Mist, $24,
www.livingnature.com
Blot It Out
This classic British beauty staple will
keep your face shine-free. Made from walnut shell, the translucent powder keeps
make-up locked in place for hours without a cakey finish, no matter how many
times you re-apply. Keep it on hand all summer long.
Corn Silk Translucent Pressed Face Powder $12.24,
www.boots.com
Corn
Silk Translucent Pressed Face Powder $12.24
Bronzer With Grip
Whether you’re sweltering in the city,
soaking up rays at the beach or strutting your stuff on the dance floor, this
long-lasting, sweat-resistant bronzer is your new BFF. It’ll leave your skin
matt with a touch of golden shimmer for a sophisticated and subtle glow.
Jemma Kidd Show Stopper Water-Resistant
Bronzer, $19.5, www.asos.com
Arm Yourself
Keep your underarms cool and dry for a good
24 hours with this lightly fragranced antiperspirant deodorant that refreshes
skin and prevents icky odours. To avoid those telltale white marks on your
clothes, spray it on after your shower then allow drying before slipping into
your favourite summer dress.
Biotherm Deo Fresh Spray, $22.2,
www.boots.com
Cool And Calm
Soothe irritate d skin with this cooling
gel. Enriched with azulene, a derivative of chamomile, as well as witch hazel
and cucumber, it takes the heat out of skin that’s seen too much sun.
Docteur Renaud Azulene Decongesting
Gel, $37.5, www.doctor-renaud.com
Fresh Feet
Hot and sweaty are words we never want to
associate with feet! Keep your tootsies dry and sweet instead with a daily
spray of this powerful and effective antiperspirant – and put an end to stick
y, smelly shoes.
Carnation Footcare Cool Foot
Antiperspirant Spray, $5.8, www.firstaidfast.com
Sticky-Free Suncare
You know you need to shelter your skin from
the sun’s harmful rays, but if the choice is between wearing long sleeves or
stick y cream, it’s tempting to go bare. This lightweight cream solves the
dilemma. It’s water-resistant and easily absorbed, so you can forget that nasty
white residue. And, thanks to magic ingredient avobenzone, it also allows your
pores to breathe and skin to sweat, so you won’t overheat as you dash around.
Supergoop! Everyday UV Protection
SPF30+, $16.5, www.spacenk.com
Supergoop!
Everyday UV Protection SPF30+, $16.5
Light And Easy
Traditional perfumes can be cloying in hot
weather so when the mercury rises, spritz yourself with this delicious body
milk instead. Your skin will be left moisturised and delicately fragranced with
plum tree blossom. You can even spray the fine liquid into your hair to lightly
perfume your tresses.
Terre d’Oc Milky Perfume Cloud, $45, www.terredoc.com
Hot Tip
The staying power of these products makes
them great for the gym, too