Best Beach Makeup 2024 - 15 Best Beauty Products to Use Beachside

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Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 50

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Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Since this Charlotte Tilbury primer contains SPF, it's a quick upgrade. "This invisible primer nourishes the skin to provide a great base for a day at the beach," Garshick says. "It's lightweight, but also hydrating, as it contains hyaluronic acid."

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Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation

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Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation

To minimize the number of products in your bag, consider adding a multipurpose product to your rotation. Celebrity makeup artist Shadi Malek loves using this foundation on beach and pool days. "My favorite waterproof foundation is Dior's Backstage Face and Body Foundation, as it's lightweight and leaves behind a natural finish for the beach or pool."

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Wander Beauty Upgraded Lashes Treatment Mascara

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Wander Beauty Upgraded Lashes Treatment Mascara

Wander Beauty's coveted Upgraded Lashes Treatment Mascara is long-lasting, and has a two-in-one formula that Garshick loves that helps support lash strength and thickness.

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Skincare

Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50

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Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50

"This lightweight broad-spectrum mineral sunscreen features 12 percent zinc oxide, iron oxide, antioxidants, plus a patented Enviroscreen technology to protect against UVA/UVB, blue light, pollution, and infrared radiation," Garshick says. "The sunscreen uses its iron oxide pigments to adapt to your specific skin tone without leaving the skin feeling greasy, making it ideal for all skin types."

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MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Blush in Warm Soul

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MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Blush in Warm Soul

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And for a natural-looking rosy cheek on beach days, she opts for this subtle yet impactful blush from MAC. "This blush is the perfect mix of a blush and highlighter. Its luminosity is just perfect, and it gives you that sun-kissed flush without looking like you've actually just applied blush."

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Saie Sunvisor

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Saie Sunvisor

Another beloved multipurpose essential Malek swears by is Saie's all-in-one Sunvisor tint. "It's a serum, oil, moisturizer, and SPF in one, and the way it sits on the skin is perfect," she explains. "I always keep this product in my bag."

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Skincare

Bliss Mighty Biome Pre/Post Biotics + Barrier Aid Cleansing Balm

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Bliss Mighty Biome Pre/Post Biotics + Barrier Aid Cleansing Balm

Garshick recommends using this Bliss balm to remove lingering makeup and sunscreen after a day at the beach, since it effectively cleanses skin without drying it out.

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Supergoop! (Re)setting Refreshing Mist SPF 40

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Supergoop! (Re)setting Refreshing Mist SPF 40

To keep her beauty look in place, Gabbay Braha reaches for this face mist from Supergoop! "To refresh my makeup and reapply SPF without missing a beat, I spritz the Supergoop! (Re)setting Refreshing Mist all over my face every two to three hours," she says.

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MDSolarSciences Hydrating Sheer Lip Balm SPF 30

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MDSolarSciences Hydrating Sheer Lip Balm SPF 30

Here's a tinted balm our experts love that uses a blend of shea and olive butters, along with SPF 30, to keep lips feeling supple and protected.

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Skincare

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60

"A go-to for the body, this easy-to-apply sunscreen absorbs easily and leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth, while providing SPF 60 UVA and UVB coverage," Garshick notes. "It also contains La Roche-Posay's Cell-Ox Shield technology, which provides antioxidant protection for both the face and body."

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KVD Beauty Tattoo Pencil Liner Waterproof Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner

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KVD Beauty Tattoo Pencil Liner Waterproof Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner

"If your makeup tends to slide in the heat, try KVD Beauty's tattoo pencil eyeliner," Gabbay Braha says. "They're legitimately waterproof since they feature a gel formula and are available in both neutral shades, like warm brown, black, and gray, in addition to more vibrant ones, like cobalt blue and emerald."

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It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Waterproof Concealer

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It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Waterproof Concealer

Now 30% Off

Garshick also recommends It Cosmetics' best-selling Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Concealer for seamless, all-day wear. "This concealer's formula contains peptides, vitamins, hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid, and antioxidants that work to smooth and de-puff the under-eye area, as well as conceal it," she says.

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Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

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Urban Decay All Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray

Now 15% Off

Malek always keeps this culty spray from Urban Decay in her beach bag—as do more than 11,000 Amazon shoppers who also swear by its makeup setting power. Plus, its formula locks your summer beauty look in place for up to 16 hours with just a few spritzes.

Skincare

Dove Nourishing Hand Sanitizer Antibacterial Gel Deep Moisture

Skincare

Dove Nourishing Hand Sanitizer Antibacterial Gel Deep Moisture

"When reaching for a midday snack while at the beach, it's important to be sure your hands are clean," Garshick advises. "I love this nourishing hand sanitizer from Dove, which effectively removes germs and bacteria without drying out the skin."

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Tarte Lights, Camera, Splashes Waterproof Mascara

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Tarte Lights, Camera, Splashes Waterproof Mascara

"I love the applicator on the Tarte Cosmetics' Lights, Camera, Splashes Waterproof Mascara, as I find it adds length and volume," Malek says.

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Meet the Experts

• Marisa Garshick, M.D., F.A.A.D, is a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.
• Judi Gabbay Braha is a celebrity makeup artist based in New York City.
• Shadi Malek is a celebrity makeup artist based in Los Angeles, California.

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For more than 150 years, Harper’s BAZAAR has been the preeminent fashion and beauty resource for women at every age. We cover what’s new and what’s next in beauty by working with the world’s leading authorities in dermatology, plastic surgery, cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and fragrance. Every story we publish has been thoroughly researched and vetted by our team of beauty editors and industry experts.

Tiffany Dodson is currently the associate beauty commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, where she specializes in trend forecasting, building relationships with major and emerging brands, and crafting shopping stories—from holiday gift guides to product road tests. Tiffany's work has previously been featured in outlets like SELF, Bustle, and Teen Vogue, and she's been quoted as a commerce and beauty expert in publications and platforms like The Business of Fashion and NPR’s Life Kit podcast.

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