Stay Stunning at the Shore: The Ultimate Guide to Beach-Ready Makeup

Sea, sun and sand on your mind? If you're already planning your beach getaway, it’s time to think beyond the basics. Sure, your favorite t-shirt and denim shorts are reliable, but why not elevate your style with some fresh, beach makeup tips? Let’s dive into creating a radiant, chic vibe that'll make waves as you enjoy your day by the water.

Get Beach Ready

When it comes to beach fashion, the key is to be effortless, relaxed, and radiant. Think vibrant swimsuits, lightweight cover-ups, and minimal accessories. Here are some looks you can experiment with:

Here are some popular looks, as featured in Vogue, to inspire your next beach vacation.

https://www.vogue.com/article/vacation-outfit-ideas

Now, let’s create a beach makeup look that matches the beachy vibes. The goal is to look fresh and achieve a natural 'glow from within,' perfect for soaking up the golden hour.

1. Prep All the Way

Great beachy looks start with great skincare! Prepping your skin is key to protecting it from the drying effects of sun, saltwater, and chlorine. Use skincare products that hydrate and protect your skin from harmful UV rays with sunscreen. You can find the perfect skincare routine made for you.

And don’t forget your on-the-go Lakmé Sun Expert Invisible Sunstick with SPF50 PA+++. Perfect for reapplication and to protect your skin from photoaging.

Once your skin is prepped, keep your base natural and lightweight. Try the Lakmé Xtraordin-Airy Mattereal Mousse for sheer coverage and a natural matte finish that controls shine and feels like second skin.

If you are looking for the right shade to match your foundation, speak to LUMI for expert beauty advice.

2. Understated Eyes, Waterproof Mascara

For a beach look, aim for very simple, understated eyes. Ditch the eyeshadows and focus on defining your lashes with a waterproof mascara like the Lakmé Eyeconic Curling Mascara. This mascara gently lifts and separates lashes without adding too much volume, ensuring your lashes stay looking great even after you’re done swimming.

3. Hint Of Color, Fresh and Glossy Lips

Finish off your beach makeup look with a nourishing lip oil that adds a hint of color and shine to your lips. The Lakmé 9to5 Overtime Shine Tinted Lip Oil is a perfect choice, as it not only hydrates your lips but also keeps them looking fresh and glossy. Its subtle shine and natural-looking color will complement your sun-kissed glow perfectly.

Skin Tone	Lip Oil Shade
Light	Every day nude
Medium	Cocoa Truffle
Deep	Cocoa Truffle

Not sure how these shades will look on you? Try it here with our virtual shade try on.

If lip oils aren’t your style, opt for a subtle nude from the Lakmé Xtraordin-Airy Velvet Matte Lip Mousse collection. With its airy formula, it feels as light as air on your lips.

Here are some recommended shades to complement your skin tone:

Skin Tone	Lipstick Shade
Light	Let’s Talk Nude
Medium	Cocoa Sin
Tan or Deep	Chocolate Temptation

Complete the look with the Lakmé Glitterati Lip Glaze to achieve a high-shine, natural finish. This step is particularly great if you have thin or uneven lips, as it helps create a plumper, poutier effect.

4. Flaunt That Sunkissed Glow

A hint of glowing color can instantly brighten up your face and add a touch of warmth. For a sun-kissed look, try the Lakmé Facelift MultiSlayer Blush Stick. This product gives you a natural-looking flush with buildable color. Apply it to the apples of your cheeks, chin and nose for a subtle flush that looks like a natural reaction to the sun, rather than a made-up look.

Skin Tone	Blush Shade
Light	Blushing Nude
Medium	Pink Powerhouse
Tan or Deep	Coral Queen

Note that you can build these deeper pink hues when pairing it with neutral toned beach outfits for a fresh, glowing look.

To take your sun-kissed look to the next level, add a touch of radiance with the Lakmé Multislayer Highlighter Stick. This creamy highlighter has a lightweight texture that lasts all day, giving your skin a lit-from-within glow.

Apply it to the high points of your face, such as the tops of your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, and your cupid's bow for a diamond like skin finish.

Skin Tone	Highlighter Shades
Light	Silver Shimmer Bomb
Medium	Golden Gleam
Tan	Sunlit Sepia
Deep	Grapevine Goddess

Note that shimmery hues will suit neutral and coral toned outfits the best. It complements the nude shade with a shine that creates an appealing look.

5. Get, Set, Glow

Finally, lock in your look with the Lakmé Showstopper Collection Rouge Bloom Setting Powder or the Lakmé VitC Superglow Skin Perfecting Makeup Fixer.

The setting powder is ideal for keeping your makeup fresh and shine-free during your day out. Just lightly pat it over your face after applying your makeup, and you’re all ready to soak up the sun in style.

The setting spray with 1% Vitamin C complex, a skincare + makeup powerhouse that sets, refreshes and revitalizes your makeup. The ultra-fine particles of this setting spray form a protective layer that instantly sets makeup. It also doubles as a shield against water, sweat and heat locking in your radiant glow wherever life takes you.

FAQs

Q:1 What makeup should I wear on the beach?

A. Avoid wearing heavy makeup when you are going to the beach. Opt for sheer coverage and matte finish products for an oil-free look. A CC or tinted sunscreen will also work well for a beach look

Q:2 Can you go to the beach with makeup on ?

A. Yes, you can wear makeup on the beach but it’s important to prep your skin well before. Use a good sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays and don’t forget to reapply it over your makeup.

Q:3 Which foundation is best for beach?

A. A lightweight, matte foundation is the ideal choice to wear at the beach. It helps control the oil on your face (especially on the T-zone) and gives you a shine free look that lasts all day.

Now that we've covered the beachy look, let's move on to creating perfect makeup looks for your daytime events.