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Im shamelessly high-maintenance with my beauty regimen.
Full makeupandeyeshadowto the office.
But, every year, summer makes a point to rearrange my routine completely.
Humidity undermines my heat styling.Tinted sunscreenpushes out even thebest foundations.
And achieving a glowy tan takes up the majority of my attention.
For three months, I become an easy, breezy, Ill-be-ready-in-10-minutes pop in of girl.
Such a dramatic pivot isnt doable without a large Sephora haul filled with summer beauty staples.
Ahead, youll find all the Sephora summer beauty staples I personally put to the test.
This curated list of 17 products each receives my personal stamp of approval.
I promise: They’ll see you through any long weekend, beach day, or European getaway.
The Best Sephora Makeup Products for Summer
Im very likely Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balms number-one fan.
I applied it approximately 12 times daily and my lips have never felt softer or smoother.
Foundation is a nonexistent word in my vocabulary during the summer.
Lady Gagas latest creation is my just-off-the-beach go-to.
Its glowy, glassy, and provides a nice hydration boost.
I shield my face from the sun like my life depends on it.
I use big hats and an exorbitant amount of sunscreen.
Unfortunately, that leave my face approximately five shades lighter than the rest of body.
I tossed this serum-meets-sheer coverage stick in my beach bagand it quickly became the product I reached for daily.
It has enough pigment to cancel out redness, goes on perfectly atop sunscreen, and feels entirely weightless.
Dare I say this has been my favorite hair launch of the year?
Island or beach vacations can get windy, so my hair is doomed to resemble a rats nest.
Thats why Ive been converted to a slicked-back bun girl during the day.
This formula isnt too sticky or crunchy but still slicks down all my flyaways and creates a healthy shine.
I dont trust hotel shampoo and conditioner.
Im a bring-your-own girl, and this Oribe kit contains my preferred lineup.
The Best Sephora Skincare Products for Summer
This product is my best-kept summer secret.
Ill even use it for a pool day.
Plus, it smells incredible.
Summers biggest downfall: Chafing.
Excess sweat and shorter hems often result in annoying bumps and redness between the legs.
First Aid Beauty thankfully created the perfect solution.
Boosted with soothing colloidal oatmeal and shea butter, this stick provides glide for up to 10,000 steps.
My favorite was this mineral SPF, which is infused with naicinamide to brighten skin and reduce hyperpigmentation.
It leaves a gorgeous, glowing finish and, no matter how many layers I apply, doesnt pill.
Even with diligent sunscreen applications, my ghostly skin still got a bit burned in the island sun.
But Dr. Sturms Aloe Vera offered instant hydration and a cooling, soothing effect.
It brought my redness down overnight, restored hydration, and prevented peeling.
The Best Sephora Travel Fragrances for Summer
For months, my fragrance collection had uninspired me.
This Maker perfume changed that.
Its truly like nothing Ive ever smelled before, balancing citrus notes like pomelo and hibiscus with grounding cedarwood.
Sophia Richies go-to fragrance, this airy floral blend epitomizes summer.
I find that spritzing my clothes with two sprays helps it last longer.
While gourmand scents are typically associated with chilly winters, I enjoy their sweetness in the summertime.
I need one in every color.
Princesses, mermaids, and true love’s kiss, oh my!
But would I do it again?
