HOW-TO LOOK SEXY ON THE BEACH
Beach time usually evokes feelings of both excitement and dread: There's sun and water and trashy novels, but also, invariably… a bathing suit. Worry not, though, because there are legitimate ways to game the system and look even better in a bikini—even if you're Kate Upton, the gorgeous cover girl for this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. We tapped the makeup wizard behind Kate's cover—TRACY MURPHY—for her insider tricks and tips on looking all the more gorgeous out on the sand.
–For Body–
Neutrogena Ultimate Sport Sunblock Spray
Drugstore, $8.79
–For Face–
La Roche Posay Anthelios SPF 50+
Amazon Marketplace, $23.62Amore Pacific Natural Protector SPF 30+
Bergdorf Goodman, $65
–For Body–
St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse
This imparts a wonderful rich fake tan without any sun damage: Apply it all over your body with the enclosed mitten for fast and perfect blending.
QVC, $36.50
–For Face–
Lancome Flash Bronzer Anti-Age
When mixed in with a night cream, this does the trick on the face. Just blend, blend, blend…
Bloomingdales, $40
–For Lids–
Laura Mercier Creme Eye Colour
This is long lasting and has a little bit of shimmer that lasts all day.
StrawberryNET, $19
–For Lashes–
Waterproof Mascara
Less is always more on the beach in terms if makeup. A little bit of mascara will make your eyes pop! I'm a big fan of drugstore brands such as: L'Oreal Voluminous False Fiber Lashes, Revlon Fabulash, and Maybelline Lash Discovery.
Folding Fan
When you whip something like this out to keep yourself cool, it's very sexy, mysterious and…refreshing!
Luna Bazaar, $1.70 & up
