Inside the ‘It Girl’ Summer Beauty Edit!
- Beauty Featured
Anushka Manik- 8 minutes read
As a certified makeup enthusiast, not even 99% humidity can stop me from rocking a full face—yes, glitter, glow, and all. But let’s be real: when the sun’s turning up and your setting spray is sweating harder than you are, longevity becomes a major concern. If you, too, live by the sacred summer mantra “Sweating, but make it cute,” I’ve curated a foolproof stash of bronzed lids, tinted serums, and lip oils that actually stay put. Read on for the ultimate ‘It Girl’ summer beauty guide—effortless, dewy, and dependable, like your favorite SPF and a bottomless iced latte.
Chanel Les Beiges Water-fresh Tint
With 75% water and micro-droplets of pigment suspended using cutting-edge microfluidic technology, this ultra-lightweight formula glides on like a splash of cool hydration and melts instantly into the skin, delivering a sheer, radiant finish that screams “just got back from vacation.” Perfect for hot, humid days when traditional foundations feel too heavy, it evens out your complexion without ever looking cakey. Plus, it comes with an ergonomic brush that makes blending a total breeze.
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YSL The Inks Vinyl Cream Liquid Lipstick
If there’s one product that deserves a permanent spot in your summer lip collection, it’s the YSL The Inks Vinyl Cream Lipstick. Think mirror-like shine, juicy color payoff, and a creamy, non-sticky texture that glides on like a dream even when the temperature’s soaring. Powered by nourishing ingredients like tuberose extract and prickly pear, it gives you up to 24 hours of moisturized, plump-looking lips and stains beautifully, so even after that third iced coffee or beachside brunch, your lips stay tinted and glossy.
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Too Faced Italian Spritz Eyeshadow Palette
If your eye game is always dialed to extra, the Too Faced Italian Spritz Eyeshadow Palette is your ultimate beachcore BFF. Inspired by sun-drenched coastlines and sparkling cocktails, this compact cutie packs high-pigment pressed powders in matte, shimmer, and metallic finishes—perfect for serving drama or soft glam. With 18 shades to play with and a built-in mirror for quick touch-ups, it’s basically a mini vacation for your lids, wherever you go.
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Rare Beauty Mini Blush & Luminize Trio
This Mini Blush & Luminize Trio is inspired by the brand’s iconic dewy blush trick that broke the internet—and yes, it delivers that same flushed, fresh-from-a-facial glow. Featuring two Soft Pinch Liquid Blushes—Virtue (a dreamy beige peach) and the exclusive Beloved (a muted oxblood made for moody summer evenings)—plus the all-new Positive Light Luminizer in Enliven, a peachy gold-flecked highlighter that lights up your skin like golden hour.
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Huda Beauty Blush Filter Liquid Blush – Intense Guava
Everyone on the internet is obsessed with the Blush filter by Huda Beauty. However, this juicy neon pink flush is my favourite. The featherlight, blend-like-a-dream formula melts into your skin for a dewy, soft-focus finish that looks like you, but with an Instagram filter IRL. Whether you’re after a subtle flush or a bold pop of colour, this buildable liquid blush is here to serve main character energy all summer long.
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Tom Ford Soleil Blanc Shimmering Body Oil
Inspired by sun-soaked private islands where summer feels endless, this lightweight, silky oil melts into the skin, leaving behind an irresistible glow and a trail of sultry solar floral amber. Notes of bergamot, cardamom, pistachio, ylang-ylang, and coco de mer create a warm, radiant scent that lingers like a vacation memory. It not only nourishes and conditions the skin but adds an illuminating sheen that makes you look like you’ve just stepped off a luxury yacht.
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Sol de Janeiro Rio Radiance Body Spray SPF 50
The secret to nailing a sustainable summer makeup look? A solid sunscreen—and spray formulas are nothing short of magical. Enter Sol de Janeiro’s Rio Radiance Body Spray SPF 50, the ultimate sun-shielding sidekick. With its weightless, non-greasy finish and that addictive Cheirosa 87 scent (imagine sunshine, sea salt, and golden-hour vibes), this multitasker doesn’t just protect—it perfumes your skin with pure summer nostalgia.
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Kimirica Everyday Sunscreen SPF 50+
Last, but not least is Kimirica’s daily-wear SPF 50+ is the MVP. This broad-spectrum hero shields your skin from harsh UVA + UVB rays and the blue light from all your scrolling sessions (yes, your phone counts as sun damage now). With PA+++ protection and zero white cast, it glides on like a dream, layers beautifully under makeup, and helps fade those pesky sun spots over time.
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