We don’t know about you babes but we’ve never been more ready for summer. And while it might’ve taken 2023 a few months to really get into gear (how many times can we be promised a heatwave only to be left disappointed?!) it does finally feel as though summer is right around the corner… and we’ve got a good feeling about this one.

But while we’re absolutely not about to complain about a scorching hot summer’s day, there is one thing that we’re not such a fan of… melting make-up. When it’s sweat city outside, make-up can have a hard time staying in place, and to be honest… we’re just not about that life babes.

So whether you’re heading off to festivals, island hopping with bae or simply living it up at home – we’ve got all the pro make-up tips to ensure your glam stays gleamin’ and gorge, no matter how hot the weather gets…

Tip #1: Start Cool, Stay Cool

Ok so the key to melt-proofing your make-up in the long run, starts with the prep. You’ve got to always ensure that your skin is cool before applying make-up – not only will this help the products to sit better on your skin (and therefore last longer!) but applying make-up to warm skin could lead to breakouts – as your pores will be open and product could sink down into them. SO, with that in mind – we like to start cool, stay cool. When you’re sitting down to get ready for the day, whether you’ve just had a hot shower or the temperature’s already sweltering, make sure your skin is cool to touch. Need help turning down the heat? Mist your skin with Prep-Set-Glow and use our Iconic London 360 Roller to help cool down the skin.

Tip #2: Using a Primer is Key

We’re always big fans of primer – especially if you want to ensure a long-lasting make-up look. But when the weather’s hot, a primer is an absolute must. The Underglow Blurring Primer is our favourite as it has a super lightweight consistency so it’s not going to be hot and sticky on the skin. Plus, you get that gorgeous luminous Iconic London glow at the same time. Win win.

Tip #3: Go Light on the Base

Just as you want a lightweight primer, you’ll also want to be choosing lightweight products when building your base. That’s because anything too heavy will only make your skin feel hot – and when the temperature’s a-rising, we want our skin to be able to breeeeeathe. For the summer months, we adore our Super Smoother Blurring Skin Tint. It’s super lightweight and can be built up or sheered out to create your perfect coverage. It’s your skin, only better.

Tip #4: Know When To Press Pause On Powder

When it’s boiling hot, make-up will naturally move around that little bit more – and so you want to avoid having lots of cream and powder products layered on top of each other, as this could end up looking cakey or oily throughout the day. Luckily for you, our NEW Kissed By The Sun Multi-use Cheek Glow is ideal for summer – as not only does it have a unique gel-like texture (that lets your skin breathe), it acts like a multi-use glow-giver, allowing you to scale back how many products you’re having to use on your skin at once. Sweep over cheeks, your nose, forehead and decolletage for an unrivalled summer skin sheen.

Tip #5: Beaut Brows That Won’t Budge

We never want our brows to smudge throughout the day but sometimes in those hot summer months, we need an extra helping hand to ensure they’re fixed in place all day long. Which is where our Iconic London Liquid Brow Silk Max Hold comes into play. It locks your brows in place all day long as it has a budge-proof 12-hour hold. Trust us, they’re not going anywhere babes.

Tip #6: Balms Are Your Bestie

When it comes to lips, we want sheer colour that melts, moves and feels delicious on our pout. Luckily, our Melting Touch Lip Balm have just entered the chat. These little beauties are guaranteed to become your best friend this summer. They’re enriched with Vitamin E which is an incredible antioxidant that helps to condition and soften the lips, leaving you with a kissably soft pout from sunrise to sunset.

Tip #7: Your Cool-Down Spritz

Another pro tip? Don’t leave the house without a trusty facial mist to cool things down on-the-go. Of course, our fave is our best-selling Prep-Set-Glow spray. Shake to activate the magic glistening pigments and spritz across your face, decolletage and anywhere else you need instant cooling! Not only will this iconic mist refresh your make-up, it will also give your skin a cooling effect and help your make-up last longer. Psst: we also have a mini size Prep-Set-Glow so it’s perfect to carry in your handbag and spritz on the go.

Tip #8: Keep Things Matte Not Flat

Our final must-have to melt-proof your make-up? Say hello to our Mattifying Papers, an absolute necessity in the hot summer months. They help control the oil on your face without you having to build up lots of powder to control the shine! You don’t even need a mirror to use them, simply blot anywhere you know you get oily, and voila, you’re done babes. They fit perfectly into any makeup or handbag too… an ICONIC summer staple.

For more, watch the full tutorial below!