Melt-Proof Makeup from Clinique.

It is hot. There is no denying that it is Summer. With the heat and humidity and all that goes with running around in the Summer, there are those times that I need my makeup to last. And not melting or dripping down my face, please. The worst is when you can see little lines running through my bronzer. No more.

There are two foundations that are pretty much sweat proof, streak proof, and ultimately melt proof.

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Both come from Clinique with tried, tested and true claims. On the left is Almost Makeup SPF 15, and on the right is Work-Out Makeup. Both are longwearing, water-resistant formulas to help get us through the heat.

Almost Makeup SPF 15 ($19.50)
"Casual sheer makeup that is oil-free and waterproof with built-in sunscreen".
I like to think of this one as a water-resistant tinted moisturizer with sunscreen. The coverage is definitely more sheer than a regular foundation, and I am guessing that is why it is called Almost Makeup. But this makeup does more than most and it's staying power is fantastic. Almost Makeup comes in 8 shades, and even a few darker ones that blend well over a faux-tan.

Work-Out Makeup  ($20.50)
"Long-lasting makeup for all skin types. Water-resistant. Stays fresh-looking through heat, humidity, activity. Semi-matte finish".
Work-Out Makeup provides more coverage than Almost Makeup, but without being a full-on heavy duty coverage type. If you are one to wear makeup to the beach or pool, or perhaps you like a makeup to take the place of your faux-tan, then this one would be a better choice. Sadly, Work-out Makeup only comes in five shades, and the darker shades are not in the line up. This is such a shame as I really think that this makeup really suits it purpose and I know a woman or two that would really love it, if only darker tan shades were available.

To find your perfect melt proof makeup match, head on over to your favorite Clinique counter. 
 

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Calling Clinique Lovers - Apply to Become a Clinique Insider.

Clinique is starting up an awesome program called the Clinique Insider’s Club!

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Clinique will be selecting 20 women from the submitted applications to be “Clinique Insiders.” As “Insiders” the women will get an exclusive sneak peek at the latest Clinique Skincare, and Makeup products and will have the opportunity to give product reviews and opinions which will be seen, heard and read on Clinique.com! Insiders will also have access to special upcoming events and will receive a special welcome kit which includes full-size Clinique products and a Flip Video digital camcorder!

All interested candidates should apply here: https://www.clinique.com/templates/user/sweeps.tmpl?OFFER_CODE=InsidersClub08

The deadline to submit is July 17, 2008 at 11:50 PM (EST).

I hope beauty bloggers are eligible to enter, because I plan on sumbitting my application today. 

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Clinique's Air-Kissed Colours.

This collection from Clinique is truly what Summer is all about. Fresh. Floral. Light. Pink. This is the Air-Kissed Colour Collection.

The stand out of this collection is the brand new, limited edition Colour Surge Eye Shadow Trio. In Kiss of Pinks, eyes are awash in soft radiance and glow in the prettiest of pink shades. 

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Also in the collection is the gorgeous Fresh Bloom Allover Colour this one in Peony, and two new Long Last Glosswear Lip Gloss in Whisper and Air Kiss (need to pick this one up- stat).

Clinique provided some great tips on how to wear this soft Air-Kissed look. Start with a  dusting of Fresh Bloom Allover Colour in Peony on apples of cheeks, forehead and temples for sun-kissed shimmer. Using the Eye Shadow Trio for day, brush the lightest shade from the lashline to the brow, and define your lashline with darkest color. For night, add drama with the medium shade on lid, then deepen lashline and the crease with the darkest shade. And as a final touch for both day or night, use the NEW Lash Power Mascara Long Wearing Formula in Black Onyx. On lips, the sheer glimmer of NEW Long Last Glosswear SPF 15 in Air Kiss is the perfect daytime look. At night, turn up the intensity by lining and filling in lips with Quickliner for Lips in Baby Buff, then smoothe on the gloss over that for lasting shine.

Air-Kissed Colours is on your favorite Clinique counter now, as well as Clinique.com.

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