Warmer weather, oily skin – or a combination of both! – can wreak havoc on your makeup application. Here are a few tips to keep things in place. Be sure your face is clean and oil-free before you start, and apply a primer to help makeup adhere. Start by swapping a few items in your makeup bag. Instead of heavy pressed powder, which can either settle into large pores or slide right off at the first sign of moisture, try a tinted moisturizer. It offers more sheer coverage that sits on the face instead of sinking into pores and fine lines. If you really need more coverage, then add a layer of mineral makeup or even a lighter formula of your favorite foundation – mousses are whipped with air, making them lighter without sacrificing coverage. The key to any makeup choice is to look for oil-free formulations that have SPF to protect your skin from harsh summer rays.

Let your sunkissed cheeks shine through, or apply a stain to cheeks. Cream blushes will slide, and powders are easy to sweat off. Use waterproof formulas, especially around the eyes – this prevents that raccoon look if you start to perspire. Use a little of that cheek stain on lips to add color and minimize your number of products. When it’s time to freshen up, be sure to have blotting papers in your makeup bag. These will absorb oil and sweat, and a tissue will do in a pinch. Reapply only loose powder – not creamy foundations – because an oily base simply means they’ll slide off. Pressed powder isn’t a great idea, either – it can clump and cake when it comes into contact with oily skin. When it comes to putting on your best summer face, keep it cool!