Our Head of VIOLET LAB shows her Best of Summer makeup picks. SARAH’S SUMMER MAKEUP EDIT Think of the VIOLET LAB as the Wonka Factory for all things beauty. Every single product in our curation is discovered, tested, and approved there, so of course the Executive Director, Sarah Brown, knows the best-of-the-best products for every and all occasions. Here, her picks for Best of Summer makeup. There is something so summery about a dewy eyelid, and this organic formula achieves that effect perfectly. Worn alone, it gives a sheer wash of almost-glossy color, but it can also be layered under other shadows to provide dimension.
JILLIAN DEMPSEY LID TINT - PEACH Water-proof mascara is a summer must if you are into any kind of water-side or sweat-inducing activity. This tried-and-tested formula by CHANEL curls lashes, will stay put all day, and goes on with a precise micro-brush that separates and prevents clumping. CHANEL INIMITABLE WATERPROOF MASCARA Glass Glow goes on like gel and after it dries, leaves a multi-dimensional radiance. For those of you that want to achieve a summery glow without adding color, try the Solar Quartz shade.
KEVYN AUCOIN GLASS GLOW FACE AND BODY GLOSS This highly-pigmented cream formula delivers buildable, sun-kissed color. Lighter and more hydrating than a powder blush, it practically melts into your skin, leaving cheeks dewy and radiant, plus, it is made for the chic refillable compact featured below. KJAER WEIS CREAM BLUSH REFILL - SUN TOUCHED Committed to sustainable and clean beauty, Kjaer Weis was one of the first luxury beauty brands to launch with refillable packaging. This innovative, design-forward compact allows you to refill or interchange your Kjaer Weiss blush any time the mood strikes. KJAER WEIS CREAM BLUSH COMPACT This two-sided eye-brightening “baton” works wonders for brightening the eye area (read: look less tired). Use the liner side to neutralize redness along the waterline and the shadow side to add shimmer to your brow bone and inner eyes.
SURRATT BEAUTY INNER LIGHT BATON Best applied with a Kabuki brush, this sheer formula imbues skin with a hydrating, sun-kissed glow. Always beautiful on the face, but we recommend trying it on the shoulders and collarbone to illuminate all over.
RMS BEAUTY BURITI BRONZER Every good summer makeup kit needs an amazing setting spray. This one is so refreshing, helps to keep your makeup in place even during out-of-control humidity, and also comes in a travel size. COMPLIMENTARY SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $50* * Some items cannot be shipped via 3-Day Express, including pressurized spray cans, fragrance, nail polish, and select candles, will be delivered via complimentary Ground shipping. |   |
