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Follow our experts\u2019 advice on battling summer beauty woes, from melt-proof makeup to frizz-free hair.By Alyssandra Barnes With love in the (warm) air, lots of couples are tying the knot under the summer sun. But summer lovin\u2019 isn\u2019t always perfect. Oily skin, melty makeup and frizzy hair go hand-in-hand with the hot months of June, July and August. Don\u2019t let the weather take the upper hand; defend yourself on your wedding day, and all the other days, with these tips given to us by beauty experts.Melt Proof Your MakeupBeat the summer heat with these tips on long-lasting makeup that won\u2019t melt, smudge or smear, ensuring you look picture perfect throughout the hot summer night.                  Makeup primer is one of those must-have products.\u201d Not only will it help control oil during the warmer summer months, it will also minimize the appearance of pores, lines and wrinkles,\u201d says Gary Jones, product expert for BeautiControl. Applied before your liquid or powder foundation, you can increase your makeup wear and prevent makeup melt-down by the end of the day. Recommendation: Nars Pro Prime Skin Smoothing Face Prep, available at narscosmetics.com for $30.Lightweight liquid makeup is appropriate for all skin conditions and can provide a natural, yet full-coverage finish to the skin. Apply with a dampened makeup sponge and be sure to choose one that contains an SPF for added protection. Recommendation: Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua SPF 15, available at chanel.com for $45.To help your eye shadow and lip color last longer, apply your foundation to both your lips and eyelids. \u201cBy priming them with foundation, you will minimize imperfections and help lip color and eye shadow stay on longer and remain transfer- and crease- resistant,\u201d says Jones.Cream eye shadows are the perfect choice for the summer. Not only do they contain a built-in primer for added durability, but they blend effortlessly and offer a sexy shimmer that is sure to get attention. Recommendation: Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color, available at shiseido.com for $25.\u201cA cream blush is a must-have! They blend naturally into the skin, creating a glow that brightens without looking harsh and unnatural,\u201d he exclaims. Recommendation: Sephora Double Contouring Cream Blush, available at Sephora for $14.Looking for a custom-fit bronzer? \u201cCreate a natural-looking glow by choosing a powder foundation that is two shades darker than your normal shade and dust onto the face with a large powder brush,\u201d Jones explains. \u201cThis will keep your \u2018tan\u2019 in line with your natural coloring, giving you a more natural glow.\u201d Recommendation: Almay Wake-Up Makeup, available at drugstores nationwide for $13.Waterproof also means sweat-proof so opt for products that can stand up to the heat, humidity and, of course, the inevitable waterworks that come with weddings. Recommendation: Mally Volumizing Waterproof Mascara, available at mallybeauty.com for $20.Look for a tinted lip balm that contains an SPF to keep your lips stay hydrated and protected while giving you natural wash of color. Recommendation: FRESH Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15, available at Sephora for $22.50.A clear mascara or lash primer serves double duty. Not only can you get longer, fuller lashes, but you can create perfectly defined brows, keeping them groomed and color-fast in the summer heat. Recommendation: gloMinerals Lash Thickener and Conditioner, available at gloprofessional.com for $16.50.Vitamin C has special features that help ensure healthy skin during the summer months. If citrusy foods aren\u2019t your forte, opt for supplements made from a high concentration of key antioxidants in a silicone base which help control oil and shine during the day. Recommendation: Cell Block-C Multivitamin Capsules, available at beauticontrol.com for $37.50.Summer Skin SecretsThe summer sun brings a whole new wave of skin issues not ideal for those wedding day close-ups. Follow these tips to keep your skin looking flawless for the big day.                Steer clear of overly drying face washes. \u201cThese will speed      up oil production in order to \u2018normalize\u2019 the skin\u2019s surface,\u201d says celebrity      makeup artist Brett      Freedman.      \u201cUse something cleansing, but not stripping.\u201d Recommendation: Liquid      Neutrogena, available at neutrogena.com for $7.49.Target the      T-zone! Freedman      suggests applying anti-shine lotions in lieu of your morning moisturizer      but dab only on the target areas: cheeks, forehead, nose and chin.      Mineral-based sunscreens, surprisingly, can also minimize shine, with      oil-absorbing ingredients such as micronized zinc or titanium dioxide. Recommendation:      Bare Escentuals SPF 30 Natural Sunscreen, available at bareescentuals.com for $28.Razor burns and ingrown hairs happen to everyone, and shaving      becomes more frequent as the heat rises. World-renowned dermatologist Dr.      Howard Murad suggests washing your skin with lukewarm water to open the      pores and then use cold water when rinsing cleanser off of the skin to      close them. \u201cThis will not only keep your complexion bacteria-free but      also soften the hair follicles for a smoother shave.\u201d Use a product that      simultaneously fights bacteria to reduce blemishes and promotes healthy      looking skin to eliminate unsightly bumps. Recommendation: Murad Razor      Burn Rescue available at murad.com for $35.Between kisses and cocktails, reach for blotting papers to fight      off any in-the-moment shine. You can also blot with tissue but Freedman      warns to never blot with one that has lotion in it. \u201cI try to find the      cheapest, papery-ish tissues to have on hand to absorb shine,\u201d he says. Recommendation:      Clean & Clear Instant Oil-Absorbing Sheets, available at Target for $4.49.On the days leading up to the big day, limit your cocktail      and spicy food intake and instead chow down on foods high in vitamin A      (such as carrots, leafy greens and apricots), which slow down oil      production.If you have exfoliating scrubs and masks that you\u2019ve used in      the past, take a night to give yourself a facial (after months of      planning, you deserve it!). Keep in mind that now\u2019s not the time to try      new products\u2014the last thing you need is a bad skin reaction. Exfoliating      will loosen dirt and oil in the pores, and a clay or salicylic acid mask      will temporarily decrease oil production.Applying topical lotions containing SPF is only one way to      protect skin from the sun; selecting raw fruits and vegetables, as well as      dietary supplements, can also help defend skin and the resulting damage.      Murad suggests adding foods such as broccoli, tomatoes, cranberries and      spinach to your grocery list and take a supplement containing pomegranate      extract for maximum benefits.Thanks to chlorine, air conditioners and sun exposure, dry      skin is a villain in the summer as much as the winter months. Kill three      birds with one stone using a product that moisturizes, has SPF and a self-tanner.      Recommendation: Jergens      Natural Glow & Protect Daily Moisturizer SPF 20, available      at drugstores nationwide for $6.79.Summer StylingThe summer sun can be both a welcomed and obnoxious guest at your wedding. These five tips will help you fight frizz and flattening, summer\u2019s most powerful weapons against great day-of hairstyles.      When deciding upon your wedding day hairstyle, opt for an updo. \u201cIt lasts longer and it keeps the hair off of the face so it won\u2019t drop or be bothersome due to sweat,\u201d explains celebrity hairstylist Stephanie Harris.Control frizz prior to styling by using sulfate-free shampoo. Recommendation: Alterna Bamboo Smooth Anti-Frizz Shampoo available at Sephora for $20.Once styled, keep it from dropping or falling flat with a great sulfate-free holding spray. Recommendation: L\u2019Oreal Elnet Satin Hair Spray, available at drugstores nationwide for $14.99.Harris recommends asking for a style that involves a back-combing technique. \u201cThis technique is a way of combing the hair to create volume and prevent it from falling flat.\u201dHarris suggests following the latest bridal hair trends, such as the bun, French braid, twists and fish tails. The tight, elegant styles aren\u2019t nearly as affected by the summer heat as their tendril counterparts."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"23 Summer Beauty Secrets","item":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/23-summer-beauty-secrets\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]