Makeup Ideas for this Summer

Summer is finally here. It’s time to go out more, travel, hit some rooftops, or just soak up the sun after being cooped indoors. Regardless of where you are going, it’s the perfect time to switch things up and let your makeup do the talking.

This summer, makeup trends are leaning towards expressive color, skin-first radiance, and smart products that will handle the heat, sweat, and spontaneity. In that case, here are some makeup ideas you should try this summer.

Butter Skin

If you follow Tiktok makeup trends, then you must have noticed the recent popularity of butter skin. It is basically the new glow standard. People are moving away from the trendy ‘glass skin’  that focuses on a dewy, luminous, and healthy-looking complexion that resembles the smooth surface of glass. This summer is all about a smooth, satiny finish that looks hydrated and natural. The skin feels soft and velvety.

Watercolor Eye

This summer, bold eyes will take a backseat as more people embrace soft, romantic washes of color. This technique creates the illusion of light dancing on your lids, like watercolors bleeding into paper. Use your fingertips or a fluffy brush to dab and blend colors lightly across your eyelid. You can use cream or liquid eyeshadow and even match it to your lips.

Colorful Lashes

Colorful lashes are going to be very trendy this summer. They were popular in the 80s and started making their way back a few years ago. They are all about bold beauty. Swap out your standard black or brown mascara for shades like cobalt, blue, emerald green, plum, burgundy, or electric violet. You should stick to the same color eyeliner and keep the rest of your makeup simple. Choose a color that flatters your skin tone and eye color.

Blonzer (Blush + Bronzer Hybrid)

Blonzer is just the perfect thing to help you achieve that sun-touched, just-got-back-from-vacation glow. Simply put, bronzer is a hybrid makeup product combining the warmth of a bronzer with the flush of blush to give your face color and dimension in one step. Apply blonzer along your cheeks and up toward your temples in a soft “W” motion across the face.

Glossy Lips & Lip Oils

The summer heat will dry your lips. That’s why lip oils and glossy balms are a perfect choice. They combine hydration and shine, and won’t melt or smear quickly. Look for oils with a tint—sheer rose, berry, coral, or nude—that enhances your natural lip tone. You can wear them alone or layer them over a lip stain.

Faux Freckles

The hype over faux freckles isn’t over yet. Many without natural freckles are turning to makeup or cosmetic treatments to create that fresh, youthful, and sun-kissed look without sun exposure. The good news is it’s very easy to create this look. You can use a freckle pen or light brown pencil to dot across the cheeks and nose, then blend softly. And if you want the freckles to last longer, you can use henna or a tattoo.

Bold Blush 

This season, blush all about strategic placement: temples, across the nose bridge, even blending up toward the eyes for a lifted, sun-kissed effect. It isn’t just limited to the apples of your cheeks anymore.

Cream and liquid blushes dominate because of their blendability and natural finish. The season’s standout shades are peachy pinks, berry stains, and muted terracottas.

Laminated Brows and Light Definition

Natural, fluffy brows are still in. However, this summer, they come with a twist. People are going for laminated or gel-set arches that stay in place all day. Use a clear brow gel or tinted wax to lift and sculpt your brows upward for a clean, polished look that frames your face without the need for heavy penciling.

But don’t overfill your brows. Instead, use a fine-tip pencil to spot-fill sparse areas and a strong-hold gel to lock it all in.

Shimmering Metallic

Metallics aren’t just for winter parties anymore. They are shining bright all summer. The new wave of shimmer is all about soft, wearable gleam. Instead of chunky glitter, think foiled shadows, radiant highlighters, and light-catching creams.

Use champagne, bronze, or rose gold shades on your lids, cheekbones, or even collarbones to reflect sunlight and add dimension. You can wear metallics subtly for daytime or layer them up for nights out. It’s a simple way to elevate your look without piling on product.

Conclusion

This summer makeup strikes a balance between effortless and expressive. The focus is to enhance your natural features with smart, breathable products that work with the season. Try out the makeup ideas discussed above to elevate your summer look with confidence.