My French Summer Makeup Look with Just 4 Products

Last week, I traveled to Corsica for a wedding. I wore this simple yet chic Sandro tweed dress (reminiscent of Chanel) paired with Goya flat espadrilles by Castañer. For my makeup, I went for a very natural and minimalist look, perfect for the hot summer weather. I loved the result so much that I thought it would be great to share it with you :)!

I call this makeup look “très Français” (very French) because it’s incredibly minimalist and only requires four products (yes, just four: a concealer, a powder, a blush, and a mascara). And it takes only a few minutes to recreate. I drew inspiration for this summer makeup from Max Mara’s latest Resort collection and Chloé’s Pre-Fall 2024 collection. In these collections, the models look like they’re just wearing a bit of concealer and a lot of pink blush (though I’m sure it’s more complex than that!). I adore this look because it’s very natural yet not at all neglected. Keep reading to find out how to achieve this look step-by-step, along with the products I love and use.

P.S.: This makeup look is ideal if you already have good skin. I struggled for many years with adult acne, but it’s been several months since my skin finally cleared from redness, breakouts, and acne scars. If you’re interested, I can write a blog post about my acne journey and the routine products I use to maintain clear skin.

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1. Aime SPF Powder Foundation
2. Le Correcteur de Chanel
3. Sisley Paris Correct Concealer Pen
4. Aime Healthy Cheek & Lip Cream
5. Aime Lash Tubing Mascara
6. Sisley Paris L’Orchidée Highlighter Blush

1. Concealer

First, I apply a small amount of concealer only to problem areas: the inner corners of the eyes to cover dark circles, acne scars, redness around the nose, and any spots. I use a tiny bit of concealer and then dab with my fingers to blend it in. For this summer makeup look, I suggest using less concealer than usual, as sometimes the issue isn’t the type of product but the amount used. My current favorite concealer is Le Correcteur de Chanel in shade B20.

For the best results, I recommend using a good hydrating and moisturizing cream like Embryolisse’s Lait Creme Concentre and Caudalie Premier Cru Eye Cream (a truly fantastic eye cream!). These work wonderfully with Le Correcteur de Chanel on my skin! If your budget allows, I highly recommend Sisley’s Phyto-Cernes Éclat Eye Concealer, which has a creamier formula. When combined with the Stylo Correct Concealer Pen, it creates a flawless finish. Sisley truly has some of the best makeup products ever!

2. Powder Foundation

I absolutely adore Aime’s SPF Powder Foundation! Last year, the brand kindly sent me their Makeup Care Routine to try out their products, and ever since, I’ve been using the SPF Powder Foundation with its Face Brush every time I do my makeup. I used to prefer tinted moisturizers and BB or CC creams in liquid form (by the way, I highly recommend Erborian CC Cream, Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer, and Sisley Paris Phyto-Teint Nude), but since discovering this product, I’ve completely fallen in love with using powders! It truly lives up to its claims: it unifies the complexion naturally with a blurring effect, giving a second-skin finish. I don’t experience any shine by the end of the day, and this powder can easily be slipped into my bag for touch-ups throughout the day.

I’m using Aime’s SPF Powder in the shade Light, which has a warm golden-yellow undertone that is perfect for a summer look. I’ll also be testing other foundation powders, like By Terry Hyaluronic Tinted Hydra-Powder and Laura Mercier’s Translucent Loose Setting Powder, both of which have received excellent reviews.

3. Blush

Lately, I have developed a passion for blush, whether in cream or powder form. I absolutely adore having flushed cheeks, and I believe a beautiful shade of pink blush can transform the entire look. For this French summer makeup look, I’m using Aime Healthy Cheek & Lip Cream. At first, I was apprehensive about its very bright color, but once I tried it, I fell in love with it! It gives my skin the healthy glow I adore. If you prefer powder blush to cream, I highly recommend the stunning Sisley L’Orchidée Highlighter Blush.

4. Mascara

I finish the look with just a bit of mascara. I either use Le Volume de Chanel in color 10 Noir or Aime Lash Care Tubing Mascara. The latter is not your typical mascara: it features a unique formula that envelops each lash in a tiny tube to add volume, curl, and length, all without smudging (which usually happens to me by the end of the day). What I love most about this mascara is that it can be removed with just warm water. It does require a different application technique than regular mascara: make sure to curl your eyelashes before applying the first layer. Then, wait a bit for it to dry before applying a second layer, et voilà!

I hope you enjoyed reading this blog post! What are your favorite summer makeup products? Share your recommendations with me in the comments below—I’d love to hear your suggestions ;)!