Handle the heat and avoid makeup meltdowns with our easy-to-follow summer beauty tips

Devezin Mineral Rice Setting Powder

Are you wearing the wrong shade. In the winter your skin is lighter, but days at the beach and poolside lounging can cause your complexion to darken in the summer. So, you'll want to invest in a deeper shade of foundation. I usually advise my clients to buy a foundation that's two shades darker. And my clients always say it's the perfect summer shade. If you have trouble finding the perfect darker shade let me know. I usually try transforming ingredients to darken your makeup, giving you a customized color.

And that’s really all there is to it to mix your foundations. You just need to experiment a little to find out which foundations work best for you and what kind of finish you want on your skin.

Are you applying too much product. There's no need to pile on product where it isn't needed, especially with the 'no makeup' trend being a hit right now. The whole face doesn't need to be covered [in foundation] for day time. Simply use your clean fingers to focus the product in areas that you want to even out, and let your natural skin shine through in other areas.

Are you forgetting to set your makeup. Once you've applied your summer foundation to your face, the right setting tools will help lock your look in place. I set all of my foundation with rice powder by Devezin cosmetics ($22; devezincosmetics), We have a few to choose from depending on your skin type.

Are you're using the wrong tools. Brushes are ideal for applying makeup, but to get a flawless blend you'll want to turn to a sponge. A lot of people love using a Beautyblender ($18, walmart.com) for foundation. The bouncy tool will help your makeup to blend seamlessly into your skin. And it soaks up excess product, helping you get a minimal application that won't feel sticky at the end of a summer day.