Summer Makeup Trends For 2009

Summer is a great time to simplify beauty routines. Many people become more active in the summer periods and do not have time to adhere to a makeup routine that takes more than 10 minutes.

Foundation Makeup Trends For Summer 2009

When it comes to facemakeup for summer 2009, tinted moisturizers with SPF are top of the list. Tinted moisturizers are ideal for almost any skin type. They hydrate dry, mature skin while adding enough coverage for the average wearer. If skin is normal to combination, atinted moisturizer will providecoverage and hydration without melting or running down the sides of theface. Instead, oily skin types should stick with a light powder foundation.

Blush Makeup Trends For Summer 2009

The summer 2009 makeup trend for blush is colorful, but sheer. Summer 2009 is about looking fresh and active. Choose colors like subtle, soft pinks and bright roses. Rather than focusing on the apple of the cheeks, the makeup looks from the spring and summer 2009 runway had the placed at the temple, sweeping upward into the hairline. This gives the face an instantly more youthful appearance. The facial bronzers are not nearly as popular as they have been in recent years, and are only being used for subtle contouring, if at all.

Eye Makeup Trends For Summer 2009

The best aspect of makeup for summer 2009 is eye makeup. Gone are the boring browns and dreary neutrals. This season, eye makeup is bold and bright. Colors like bold teals, seductive violets, and sweet and chic greens are popping up all over.

Avoid overuse of colors by choosing one color and sweeping it over the lower lid. Or, use the color as an accent to a neutral eye, by using a playful eyeliner pencil instead.

Lip Color Trends For Summer 2009

Lip color for summer 2009 is not much different from the makeup trends seen for spring. Lips for summer 2009 should look hydrated and subtle with shine. Lip gloss is back, but not in the over-the-top way that is common for fall and winter. Rather, gloss should be applied lightly, in combination with a heavy lip balm with sunscreen.

The overall makeup trends for summer 2009 point to a more carefree, lighthearted approach to beauty. Colors are bright and fresh and the spirit is playful. A summer 2009 makeup routine should take less than ten minutes, even for the most high-maintenance woman.