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 summer beauty tips: how to look great at the beach

How do you look great for a day at the beach?  We wanted to know and went looking for some Beach Beauty Tips.  Let's face it, we all want a little help when we're on such public display.  So, once again we turned to Los Angeles celebrity makeup artist Lusine Galadjian, owner of Makeup Spot, for some hints on looking our best while under the glare of the sun and the eyes of many.  Here's her advice:

Your Face

Makeup on the beach should be very minimal. The less makeup you have on, the better it will look.  As always, start with a clean moisturized face.  Before putting on your makeup, make sure to use a good sunscreen.  In fact, there are wonderful tinted moisturizers out there that contain sunscreen for added protection.   I like using Paula Dorf's Tinted moisturizer with SPF 15 sunscreen ($36 at Beauty.com).  Once the moisturizer has absorbed into the skin, dab on concealer, using a synthetic brush on the areas where you need coverage and blend the edges into your skin.  Make sure you use a color that is the same as your skin tone.

Your blush should be light and transparent.  Try using Sheer Cheek Tint by Beauty Buffett ($12 at Sephora.com).  It will instantly warm the complexion and comes in three colors and finishes.  It is non-greasy and doesn't blotch or streak.  You can dab a small amount on clean, well-moisturized skin and either blend it with your fingertips or with a sponge. You can also layer it for more color.

Then lightly dust your face with translucent powder concentrating mostly on your t-zone using a big powder brush.  This will set your blush and will make it look like it's coming from within, which will look more natural.  For the beach, try using Physicians Formula Aqua Powder Cooling loose powder ($7.95 at BuyMeBeauty.com).  It hydrates and cools the skin on contact.

Your Eyes

For the lashes, use one or two coats of your favorite waterproof mascara making sure to press at the root of the lashes and wiggle up and out.  I like using Illegal Lengths waterproof mascara by Maybelline ($5.89 at BuyMeBeauty.com)...it doesn't smear or smudge and stays put.

Your Lips

For the lips, use a sheer color that looks more natural.  I like using  M·A·C Tinted Lip Conditioner Stick SPF 15 ($14 at macys.com).  It is a lip conditioner, now in a compact white swivel-action stick! It moisturizes, smoothes and protects lips against UVA/UVB exposure. What's great is they come in a variety of colors!

Bronzer

Finally, for a sun kissed look, take your big brush and place bronzer where the sun would normally hit the face such as your nose, the center of your forehead, your chin and the sides of your face and neck.  Make sure to blend well so there are no obvious lines.

Have fun at the beach and stay cool!

Thanks Lusine for the great tips!  Finally, I have a few hints of my own:

• Make sure your sunscreen is appropriate for the time you plan to spend in the sun. For more information about choosing sunscreens, you may want to check out our Sunscreen Info.
• Wear a fabulous hat.  It makes a terrific fashion statement and will help protect you from the sun.
• Ditto for sunglasses with UVA & UVB protective lenses.
• Drink plenty of water.  Dehydration can really sneak up on you at the beach.
• Find great hair accessories (barrettes, ponytail holders, headbands, clips, etc.) to give a little glamour to your "after beach" hairdo.

Have a beautiful summer!

Carol

July/August 2006

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