The highlight of my summer (every year) is the time I spend on the beach — soaking in the toasty rays of the sun. I carry a good read, some sunblock along with a refreshing drink to keep me company and surrender to the therapeutic waves of the sea! You know, as a way to reset. But the only downside to hitting the seashore during this sweltering season is the makeup melting from my face, making a mess and a half. Sighs!
The thing you ought to know about me: no matter the destination, as long as I step over the threshold of my apartment — you will see me donning a sensible face of makeup. So why should the beach be any different? I wear a generous amount of my fave blemish balm owing to my struggle with textured skin, a hint of mascara to let my eyes pop and a natural finish tint that blends effortlessly into my skin — ideal for scoring the seaside aesthetic. But as the end of the day nears, oil creases begin to surface — much to my dismay.
And this summer, to double down my efforts in serving lewks, I opted for a summer-appropriate or rather beach-appropriate beauty switch-up. I have stocked up on the water-proof variety of my reg makeup snags, to get the best out of my mini beach trips. With the help of these beach-proof makeup picks, I can be the glorified water baby ‘on film’ and otherwise, without the nagging fear of my makeup moving. If you relate to my experience and want to break the ‘gram with your beach glam, make sure to check out these water-proof picks.
While I usually gravitate towards blemish balms (as stated earlier), this offering from Huda Beauty has elevated my glam game! The multi-dew skin tint is feather-light, versatile and grants sheer coverage to my skin. Moreover, this formulation is infused with pearl pigments which reflect the natural light and makes me look radiant. Especially- crisp rays of the setting sun dance off beautifully from my skin when I apply this superior concentrate on the apples of my cheek. I love how the tint sits in a tube with a pump on top, that makes the application of this water-proof foundation super convenient even during transit! I have been using this product topically for coverage of blemishes and a wee bit of shine on the focal points of the face. And oh, did I mention this foundation won’t budge, even when you get spritzed by the waves slamming on the boulders.
I like wearing a twinge of mascara to accentuate my eyes. Recently, after stumbling upon the Nykaa Lash Talk Curl Power Curling Mascara, I learnt the manifold benefits, remiss from my vanity. Safe to say, there is no turning back, as this offering is revolutionary. The convenient wand makes for an easy application to give me extra coiled lashes. Plus, no amount of unwanted sweat, sand or sea can melt this mascara off my face! The formula is jet-black, doesn’t clump and is long-lasting. So, no more slowing down as I revel in the joyful sea and make quite the splash.
A burst of fresh colour on the lips can light up your beach selfie! And I have been counting on the trusty mousse muse lip cream from Sugar Cosmetics for this job. Right off the bat, the dessert-like consistency of the lip cream? Chef kisses! This product grants a matt-sque pop of colour in just one swipe and refuses to budge on account of sweat or the sea. For my beach outing, I dig the shade, backlight nude — which is tasteful and very on-brand for my summer aesthetic. Although subtle, the shade is striking and devoid of sulfates and parabens.
For a naturally flushed look, I have been making the most of the newest addition to my vanity— the Benefit Cosmetics Benetint. This liquid formula is blendable, light and gives my skin the rose-tinted effect. The cherry on top? The tint doesn’t smear on account of prolonged wear! Just take a few drops and rub ‘em on your cheeks for a glossy finish.
While I love swinging by the beach, I cannot dismiss the havoc it sets on my hair. The relentless sun fries my lock beyond repair, making it parched. The saltwater has also been identified as a culprit — further aggravating the condition and birthing a royally tangled mess. To circumvent this concern, I have placed my faith in the vegan beach repair offering by CADIVEU. This competent hair spray gives my hair the requisite protection against the elements. Additionally, the hair spray retains moisture in the hair and keeps it silky smooth. I use it right before hitting the beach, leaving behind all worries to engage in beachy mirth-making. P.S.- you may use the spray for styling beach waves too!
