New Fresh Summer Makeup

By Ashley Breckel

Summertime-requires a shake up to your typical beauty routine, with the warm temperatures and days spent lounging at the pool or the beach. A good summer beauty collection includes sun protection, products-to-make your skin bronzed and glowing, water- and sweat-proof picks that will stay put all day long, and just for fun one juicy new lip color and a colorful-eye shade.

Glowing skin
Protecting your delicate skin with an SPF is always a good idea even under the gray Seattle skies but with the sun finally-peeking out from behind the clouds around here, it’s mandatory. After you moisturize and before you put on your makeup, try Lancome’s Bienfait UV SPF 50 ($35 atNordstrom). With a smooth and light matte finish, it offers great sun protection and even--retains its SPF after 40 minutes in the water or perspiring.

Simple School Makeup Ideas

Be one step ahead of the latest beauty trends with these lovely and simple school makeup ideas. Keep things neat and delicate by opting for the most flattering shades. Flip through these chic alternatives to see how you can keep your look super-versatile during the warm season. 

Various schools have strict rules when it comes to the look of their students. However, in other institutions girls have the chance to show off their style sense with discreet and flattering makeup looks. In this case there's no need to go plain with your new season school makeup. Instead, explore the fab beauty ideas that can be easily turned into accessories appropriate to complement your casual look.


Embrace the hottest makeup trends for summer 2011 that can be easily pulled off without pro skills and makeup kits that cost a fortune.