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This is your new go-to makeup look when going around the metro
Wearing makeup during the hottest season of the year can be uncomfortable for others. Some have opted for sheer coverage while others—especially those with oily skin—have completely gone bare to avoid the sticky feeling. If you're still unsure of how to pull off a makeup look that'll last you throughout the day in the tropics, hear it from the experts.
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We asked makeup artists for tips and tricks in staying fresh and achieving a healthy glow when staying in the metro.
Here's what they think:
Juan Sarte
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If it’s a long day and there’s no one to professionally retouch your makeup or you can’t retouch your own, lessen the moisturiser or primer. If you already have oily skin, you can skip them totally. Moist makeup moves especially with the humidity. It will also transfer easily to your face mask. There are many dry makeup products like highlighters that can fake the look of moisture.
Justine Navato
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Justine Navato, a makeup artist of 8 years who has constantly worked with Pia Wurtzbach, truly knows how to highlight one's best features.
Less is more. Make sure to use products that are lightweight and can withstand humidity.
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Ria Aquino
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For 12 years, many have turned to Ria Aquino's talents to achieve the chic glam look when needed.
Go for long-wearing and waterproof formulas, especially for mascara and eyeliners. Have a facial mist on your hands to hydrate your skin and freshen up your makeup throughout the day.
Justine Louise Soriano
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Justin Louise Soriano is a celebrity makeup artist of six years. He has played a role in his muse Heart Evangelista's many iconic fashion moments.
Sunblock, sunblock, sunblock before anything else and mattifying lightweight powder. Protection is always better than wearing heavy makeup. Perhaps a good pair of brows, a tint of blush for cheek and lips, and radiant bronzer are enough for tropical weather.
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Thea Dionisio
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Thea Dionisio has been in the makeup industry for nine years and has painted the gorgeous faces of Tricia Centenera, Vania Romoff, and Sarah Lahbati, among many others.
Instead of foundation, try something much lighter like a tinted moisturiser or BB cream. Minimal is key to sweat-proof makeup.
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Christine Andas is a features writer and the style lead of Tatler Philippines. She mostly covers style-related content but enjoys writing about space, sneakers, and her favourite stars. She acquired a master's degree in Creative Writing at the University of Santo Tomas and has written young adult short stories which can be read online.
