Summer Lab Beauty 1.0™
Figure 1- Summer Lab Beauty 1.0 = Items clockwise from top left: Clé de Peau Beauté 50+ UV Protection Broad Spectrum Sunscreen ($120), Chanel Soleil Tan de Chanel Sheer Illuminating Fluid in Sunkissed ($48), Oribe Imperméable Anti-Humidity Purse Spray ($22), Nars Lip Gloss in Orgasm ($26). Found at Bergdorf Goodmans, Chanel, Nars, and Barneys NY.
Figure 2- Summer Lab Beauty 1.2= Items clockwise from top left: Tom Ford Nail Lacquer in Sugar Dune ($36), 100% Pure Cosmetics Fruit Pigmented Ultra Lengthening Mascara in Black Tea ($25), Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum purse twist and spray ($98), Pratima Skincare Ratrani Rose Replenishing Mist ($26). Found at tom ford.com, 100percentpure.com, chanel.com, and pratimaskincare.com.
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This should get you through the intense summer days:
1.0. These basics keep you looking good
Smooth on sunscreen every day to lessen sun damage
Dab on a liquid illuminator on cheekbones and eyelids to add pops of shimmer
Swipe on a neutral pink gloss to moisturize lips
Spray on an anti-humidity hair product to tame locks
1.2. These basics finish off your look
Polish nails with a beige that compliments Lab Style outfits
Define lashes with black mascara
Mist with rose water to keep cool
Spritz pulse points with perfume keep it fresh
Highlighting areas with dashes of neutral colors with glint keeps it glowing, natural, and graceful. Retaining the look throughout the day with sprays and mists keeps it relaxed, neat, and professional.
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