Makeup Monday - Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

Beat the Heat by eegrego160 featuring smash box

Every winter we proclaim " I can't wait for summer weather." Then, when summer comes, we wish for some relief from the heat.

Anytime you are out in the elements during the summer you risk your makeup melting from the heat. I also have lately been experiencing "my own personal summer" which causes my makeup to melt twice as fast - lol.

What's a girl to do? There are actually several trick/tips that I have learned over the years:

• Try using sheer foundations instead of oil-based foundations. The oil-based ones tend to melt much faster and they just feel HEAVY.
• Wear waterproof mascara and foundation. They can be a bear to clean off at night - unless you use makeup wipes. Yet, they work perfectly to prevent your eye makeup from getting into your eyes. 
• Use a little primer. Let the primer set before putting on your foundation - at least 2 minutes. Trust me, primer is a life saver. 
• Use blotting papers. I'm not one to reapply my makeup, but I will blot to get the greases off my face.  This may not be conventional, but I sometimes use paper towels. I take one paper towel and lay it on my face and smash it in (ever so lightly). It really gets the greases off while leaving your makeup in tact. 
• I tend to use less foundation in the summer because my face tends to get some sun just from riding around in the car. If you can go with out a foundation, then you should. You can use concealer on your trouble spots. 

I hope you can use some of these tips to beat the heat. Which ones do you use?