When the heat is on, it’s time to adjust your makeup to complement the softer colors of summer.  Time to take a break from deep red and brown lipsticks, and a break from heavier ‘foundations’.  If you have a bit of a tan, nothing looks better than a tinted moisturizer and a light bronzer instead of wearing cheek color/blush.  But which to choose?  While so much will depend on your personal skin tone, here is what works for me:

• Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer in tan; lightweight yet smooths out uneven colors on your skin; this is one of their bestselling products.
• Laura Mercier candleglow bronzing powder.  Truth be told, I tried a much pricier bronzer by Sisley-Paris but did not care for it…was way too light for my olive skin, so did not have enough impact.  I returned it (thank you Nordstrom’s) and bought this one at a fraction of the price. It gives you a bronze glow without being too dark or muddy.

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  Becca highlighter in champagne pop – who could resist that name!  Brushed lightly on the top of your cheeks and on the bridge of your nose and you will glow like a goddess.  😉

  

Ok, now it’s time for a final update on the Rodan and Fields lash serum that I started in early April. (Check out  ‘before’ pics).  I shared my results after six weeks of use, which was “good but not great”.  I was encouraged to continue treatment and be patient. Ok, ok, will continue to apply every night before bed….Well, I am glad I took that advice – after ten weeks I can report that the results are GREAT.  Longer, thicker lashes on the top and bottom, though I only applied the serum to the top.

Because your lashes are so much better, there is no need to wear layer upon layer of mascara – one thin coat is all you need, which is also a better look in the summer.  My final verdict: truly remarkable and worth the minimal effort and expense.

Glad to answer any questions!