How do you prevent makeup from melting in hot weather?

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I have a formal at night, so I might have a lot on, but hopefully it will be cooler at night. Live in Sydney.

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I mean you can't wipe your sweat away cos you'll be wiping your makeup away...so anything you can do? thanks!
and also how to make it stay on for longer?

Answer 1

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Apply a foundation primer beforehand, preferably one that absorbs oil - Monistat Chafing Relief Powder-gel, Smashbox Photofinish primer, Mary Kay oil mattifier, etc.
After you apply your foundation, use a transluscent powder to set it so it lasts even longer :)
When the weather is very hot, powder foundation is definitely better, but if you have dry skin, try a sweatproof foundation, I recommend Revlon ColorStay Light with SPF 25. And use the two steps listed above before and after :)

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thats excellent thanks!

Answer 2

Don't cake on the makeup in general. A full face of makeup in the heat seems silly and feels not good. Curl your lashes, maybe blot on some powder, lip gloss, and head out the door. Leave the better stuff for winter or fall and spring. Although there is a makeup by Maybelline? I think? And it supposedly lasts all day.

Answer 3

just put a little more then usual on. thats what helps me

Answer 4

use a foundation primer before applying your foundation. this will help the foundation stay longer on your face. try smashbox photofinish primer

Answer 5

Don't put on a full face of makeup.

Layer thin coats of foundation. Then, use powder to set the foundation. Powder prevents the foundation from melting away.

Wear minimal eye makeup. Waterproof eyeliner can last longer and won't melt off.