Summer continues, and makeup stays light, luminous and easy to adapt. A matte, velvety complexion, a well-blended blush and an eyeliner that defines the eyes can work just as well on August days as with the return to the September pace. Three versatile makeup products from the Notino collection make up a compact kit for this natural transition between seasons.
How do you get a matte, natural-looking complexion?
Successful makeup for this period starts with an even complexion that keeps its fresh look from morning to evening. Notino BlurFX Soft Matte Setting Powder is a lightweight powder, created to visually blur the look of pores and fine lines, while also helping control shine throughout the day.
The matte, velvety finish preserves the skin’s natural look and offers a delicate appearance. For a modern result, the powder can be applied selectively, on the T-zone, around the nose and on the chin. The cheeks can stay brighter, so the complexion keeps its freshness.
A small sponge offers more control in areas that need setting, while a large, fluffy brush distributes the product in a fine layer. On hot August days, the powder can be used for discreet touch-ups. In September, it becomes the base of a well-defined makeup look, suitable for the office, dates or events.
Matte blush, the detail that quickly brightens the complexion
Blush shades can be easily adapted to the moment and makeup style, from warm pinks and peach tones to terracotta or berry. Notino BlurFX Blush Matte has a velvety texture, which blends easily and gives the complexion an extra, natural-looking touch of color.
The formula allows the intensity to be built up in layers. For daytime makeup, a small amount can be applied to the top of the cheekbones and blended toward the temples. For evening, the color can be gradually intensified, keeping an even result.
A simple trick is to apply the blush left on the brush to the bridge of the nose, for a delicate effect, inspired by sun-kissed skin. In September, the same product can be positioned slightly higher on the cheekbones, to visually contour the features and create a more sophisticated look.
From the subtle line to graphic eyeliner
Eyeliner is one of the quickest ways to adapt makeup to the moment of the day. Notino Lifeproof Gel Eyeliner has an intensely pigmented formula, which glides on easily and allows precise lines to be drawn. The smudge-resistant formula makes it suitable for long days, from the morning routine to evening outings.
For minimalist makeup, the eyeliner can be applied very close to the lash line, filling in the gaps between the lashes and subtly accentuating the eyes. For an evening look, the line can be extended outward or turned into a graphic shape.
When you want a softer effect, draw the line and blend it immediately with a small brush, before the formula sets. The result is close to a subtle smoky makeup, also suitable for early fall.
A compact kit for two seasons
The three products can create several makeup variations within a carefully selected kit. The powder offers a matte, velvety finish and helps control shine, the blush adds freshness and structure, and the eyeliner changes the intensity of the look depending on how it’s applied.
In August, makeup can stay light, with powder applied locally, diffused blush and a fine line of eyeliner. In September, the same products can build a more defined look, by intensifying the blush and accentuating the eyes. It’s a simple transition from summer brightness to early fall elegance, achieved through a few easily adaptable techniques.
