As I sit and write this, it certainly doesn’t look like the time of year when I’d be showing you my simple summer make up look. However, it is the middle of August and I know that if I don’t do it soon, I just won’t get round to it.
During lockdown, I gave my skin the fresh air it needed and barely wore make up. As things started to reopen, I ordered a few products from Boots. If you missed what I picked up, I created a Reel showing you all of the items.
Would you believe me if I told you that my simple summer make up look can be done in less than five minutes. Amazingly it only includes five products, all of which I have chosen because of their durability.
How to create this simple summer make up look
Once I have done my skincare routine, I head straight in with Clinique Even Better Glow light reflecting make up. Even in the summer months, I’m still pale and so I use the shade Ivory. Up until recently, I’d always use a brush or sponge to apply any foundation. However I’ve found for this product, I get the best results when I use my fingers to blend it in. Each application uses the smallest amount of product but gives a moderate coverage, natural finish.
As soon as that is applied, I pick up my bareMinerals Northern Lights palette. I apply the shade Woo Is Me all over my eyelids before adding a touch of shade Anticipation to add some more depth. I am obsessed with the blusher in this palette too. Its in the shade Pink Me Up and gives you a subtle rosy cheek.
I made it my mission this year to take more care and effort when it comes to my eyebrows. I have know got into a routine of keeping them in check and have been experimenting with different brow products. My current go to product is the Avon Ultra Precision brow pencil. I don’t want them to be too dark with my blonde hair so I opted for the shade light brown. This is honestly one of the best products I’ve tried and I even prefer it to the Benefit one.
Adding the finishing touches
To finish my eyes off, I have reverted back to my all time favourite mascara – the Clinique High Impact Mascara. This gives great volume without drying out my lashes. I don’t know about you but I hate that crunchie feeling you can get with some mascaras. A gamechanger for me though is the fact that I’m using a brown shade instead of black. It is only a subtle change but I’ve really noticed how much more my eyes stand out. I think brown is definitely the colour for me going forward.
The last product I like to apply in this simple summer make up look is a lip product. In the photo I’m wearing the MAC Fleur De Force lipstick which was limited edition. However, sometimes I’ll just add a lip balm which works just as well with this look.
I’d love to know what you think of this simple summer make up look. Have you tried any of the products I’ve mentioned? I’ve got a very exciting beauty review coming up next week so make sure you’re subscribed so that you don’t miss when the post goes live.
Beautiful and yet simple makeup look. Is there any sweat proof make up you can recommend? I have an oily t-zone, looking for good foundation that can stay at least 6 hours
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What a beautiful look for summer! The Clinique High Impact mascara sounds amazing! I hate that crunchy feeling too. Thanks for sharing your summer makeup look! I’m excited to try some of these products.
Nice and simple finishing touches. Gorgeous.
I love how simple it sounds but look totally amazing! I like makeup but don’t really apply it as I can’t manage much, but it sounds like something to try x
I really like your lipstick colour. I’ve never tried clinique make up before. It looks good
Love this – this is such a simple yet effective look! The mascara sounds fab – I’ve only ever used black before – but after what you said I might give brown a try too! Thanks for sharing x
this is such a beautiful & natural look! i’ll have to try that clinique foundation. 🙂 I haven’t yet considered using a brown mascara. i’ve moved onto brown eyeliner so i’m sure i would like that swap.
I really love that your look is light and subtle and only uses five different products to create an elegant and finished appearance! The brow pencil sounds lovely, and the names of the shades in the eyeshadow palette make me happy.
Thanks for sharing!
What a gorgeous look! You’ve really found one that suits you, for sure, and I love that it’s a quick one to put together so you’ll never be time restricted. I also stopped with make up and now trying to work out what my style is now I’m starting to get back into it. Great post!
This is lovely:)
Love this makeup look! Thank you for sharing this! I haven’t tried any of these products but I like the sound of the mascara!
Ooo this simple look is so pretty! It makes you glow, and certainly goes well with the summer. I hate heavy makeup that runs in the heat, or god forbid crunchy mascara. They make globs on my eyelashes, and is a horrible look 🙁
So, thank you for this guide, I always get confused on what to use for a more natural and simple look!
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This is a great look! So simple but beautiful 🙂
Simple makeup is the best. Since lockdown I’ve simplified my routine and only use 5 products too. Tinted moisturiser is my favourite, as I feel like my skin can still breathe. Like you I prefer to apply with my fingers, as it gives a much better finish. I love your makeup choices, you look gorgeous x
I always go for simple looks. I love your picks. Never tried the Clinique foundation though. That blush shade is very pretty 🙂
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It looks so beautiful! In recent years summer here has been absolutely awful and my lifestyle has me out walking for the most part of the day. That’s why I just can’t stand foundation on my face T_T It will NOT survive. Usually I go for a lipstick (love the color you’re wearing), eye shadow and maaaybe some mascara, depending on whether I’m feeling fancy that day haha.
Your summer makeup look is similar to my everyday makeup routine. I like light makeup. Thank you for sharing.
I love makeup that appears natural and your finished product is very beautiful! You look healthy and content. Thanks for sharing!
I love a natural makeup look, it’s so easy to achieve and it’s so quick to do, I love the simple Summer makeup look you’ve achieved here Kelly! x
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I’ve been trying to improve my eyebrows too and really struggle (I have such white blonde eyebrows they’re pretty much clear — ugh). I either find the colour/product I use is too dark or makes my brows a really odd colour. I’ll have to look into Avon brow pencil — thanks so much for this!
Looks like good quality foundation! Thank you for sharing!
You look absolutely stunning and I’m loving your makeup. Thanks for sharing the goodies you’ve used, I need to try them all out! xo
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I loved it and I also use Clinique products. It’s very popular here in japan
Great post, Kelly! I do really simple summer make up as well for summer. Most days, I don’t even wear make up! Thanks for sharing x
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Clinique is my favourite foundation at the moment 🙂 I love this simple, natural look x
What a beautiful look, you are stunning! I love how simple and natural it is x
Thanks for this post. I love an easy simple routine, being a busy mummy 🙂
Beautiful and simple. I love it 😻
Thanks for sharing
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I love a simple make up look for summer. I just want to be outside so don’t want to spend ages applying make up. I always go for less is more in the summer as I hate the feeling of make up when it’s hot and sweaty. Feels like the foundation clogs my pores. I usually opt for a tinted moisturiser or BB/CC cream instead of foundation. But otherwise our routine is very similar just different products.
You look so lovely – it’s such a fresh summer look. Love the lip shade on you too xx
I love simple no fuss looks! This is just gorgeous, as a fan of clinique this has me excited to replicate!
I haven’t worn Clinique mascara in years but I remember I used to love it! I think I’ll try it again 🙂 thanks for the inspo
This is so pretty! I love the natural, simple make up look. I have not tried that Clinique Even Better Glow makeup, but it looks like something I would really like! Thanks for sharing this!
Such a gorgeous look for summer! I love natural, simple yet flawless looking skin during the summer. I’ve never tried Clinique makeup before but I’m defo going to now. Thank you so much for sharing lovely Xo
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Even though it’s winter right now, I’ve started thinking about the summer sun coming in 2022. Probably because I’m so tired and fed up of these restrictions we’ve been living with.
As part of that I think first how I’m going to get my health and skin in shape. Will be looking at the Clinique product you recommended