Make-up in hot weather: how to keep your make-up looking fresh without feeling heavy

On hot days, you want make-up that feels light and moves with your skin. With lightweight textures and clever layering, your look stays fresh, natural and comfortable.

• Choose a skin tint or tinted moisturiser for light coverage.
• Use a moisturising primer for an even base.
• Allow the SPF to absorb properly before applying your make-up.
• Set your look with a make-up setting spray.
• Tame shine with blotting papers rather than extra powder.

Why lighter textures work better on hot summer days

Heat and humidity cause make-up to fade more quickly, become shiny or settle into fine lines. Light make-up moves more easily with the skin and feels less noticeable.

So apply coverage only where you need it. That way, you’ll maintain a natural finish that suits a ‘no-make-up make-up’ look.

What make-up works well in hot weather?

Opt for breathable formulas with a liquid or creamy texture. Think of a tinted moisturiser, cream blush or liquid bronzer. These products are simple to apply and easy to blend.

Discover tinted moisturisers for a light, even base.

What’s the difference between a skin tint and Foundation?

A skin tint provides less coverage than Foundation and allows your skin’s natural texture to show through. This often makes the formula feel more comfortable on hot days.

For extra coverage, you can apply Concealer to specific areas without having to apply another layer all over your face.

How to keep your make-up looking fresh for longer in the heat and sun

A fresh look starts with good preparation. Apply skincare in thin layers and allow each product to absorb properly.

Use a hydrating primer if your skin feels dry or tight. Then opt for a skin tint or tinted moisturiser and finish with a make-up setting spray.

How do you touch up your make-up on hot days?

First, remove any excess shine with blotting papers – absorbent sheets that soak up excess sebum and oil. Then apply just a small amount of Concealer or powder where needed.

A light setting spray will refresh your look without adding extra layers of product.

Why do you use a moisturising primer?

A hydrating primer helps apply make-up more evenly and prevents it from clinging to dry patches.

Browse our range of face primers and choose a formula that suits your skin.

How do you use a make-up setting spray?

After your make-up routine, spray evenly over your face. The spray helps to blend different make-up textures beautifully and can contribute to a fresh finish.

Discover the collection of setting sprays.

SPF under make-up without a heavy feel

SPF under make-up works best when you choose a lightweight formula and allow it to absorb properly. This prevents your primer and make-up from smudging or rolling off.

Fluids and gels often blend more easily with light make-up than rich sun creams. Afterwards, apply primer only where your skin needs it.

For when you’re on the go, the COOLA Makeup Setting Spray SPF 30 can be a useful addition. Do not use an SPF mist as a substitute for your base layer of sun protection.

A fresh summer look that stays comfortable

When it comes to make-up for warm weather, it’s all about fewer layers and lightweight textures. A skin tint lets your natural skin show through, a primer provides a comfortable base, and a setting spray helps keep your make-up looking fresh for longer.