Four ways to show off your natural beauty this summer

1. Let your hair down

When it comes to summer beauty, less is more, and, really, why argue with that? For makeup, it all starts with clean skin and a light touch. Ditto for hair. Prep locks with a shine-enhancing shampoo and conditioner, and if you can, let your hair air-dry. Work in a lightweight styling cream to enhance its natural texture and reduce frizz. Now all you need is an ocean breeze!

2. Get lovely lashes

Reach for a brush that will do more than just lengthen. Create colossal curves, pump up the volume and even “fake it” with the latest lash-enhancing formulas. Are they really real? Only you will know!

From left:
Lift and define with Benefit Cosmetics 'They're Real!' mascara, $29, Sephora.

Max out volume with Covergirl 'Bombshell Curvaceous' by by Lashblast mascara, $12, Shoppers Drug Mart.

Amp up curls with Maybelline New York Volum'Express 'Pumped Up!' mascara, $9, Shoppers Drug Mart.

3. Treat your lips

Freshen up your look any time, any place with a multi-tasking lip balm. Our picks of the moment add a subtle hit of colour and leave your lips feeling soft and smooth.

From left: Joe Fresh Sheer Balm in Red, $4. Fresh Sugar Tulip Tinted lip treatment with SPF 15, $23. Benefit Chachabalm lip balm, $22.

4. Try tailoring

A lightweight linen jacket is a great layering piece for all your summer separates. It’s also the perfect solution for when they crank up the AC.

Blazers, $99 each, RW&CO.

Read more: Five summer makeup-bag must-haves