4 Editors on the Makeup Looks That Defined Their Summers

Just like there's probably a song you played on repeat this summer (um, anything Olivia Rodrigo?) and a smocked dress you wore way more than all the rest in your closet, there's a solid chance there is at least one particular makeup look you favored too.

Maybe you tried your hand at graphic eyeliner and fell in love with how it made you feel, or perhaps you finally figured out a routine that can be done in less than five minutes — a true feat!

As you ponder what your "makeup look of the summer" is, keep scrolling to check out the products and buzzy trends these four editors turned to time and time again.

"My makeup routine these last 16 months has perfectly translated to summer just as well as it did for my every Zoom call, because it really doesn't get any simpler: tinted moisturizer, brow gel, mascara, and a swipe of mauve lipstick. It's enough to look put-together in a pinch (the hint of lip color definitely helps) without sweating everything off by the time you get to your outdoor dinner."

"With face masks still very much a part of our lives this summer, I found myself drawn to colorful eyeliner looks paired with fresh, natural-looking base makeup. The eyes have always been my favorite feature to highlight and bright liner made that even more fun."

"Ever since social plans have picked up, I've completely forgotten how to be calm and chill about my makeup. Even the most casual occasion these days calls for a bit of drama, which almost always includes crystal embellishments. Has my infatuation with these detailed looks made me late for several dinner reservations? Yes. Is it worth it? Yes, again! Paired with a glowy base and glossy lip, bedazzled lids make me feel unstoppable."

"Fresh, ultra-glowy skin paired with brushed-up or groomed brows and lots of mascara is my go-to makeup look — no matter the season. I'm a creature of habit! This summer, I decided to spice things up (well, just slightly) by adding high-shine lip gloss to the equation. As a Y2K kid, I really couldn't pass up the opportunity."