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Top 20 Summer Product Must-Haves

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Summer is quickly sneaking up on us, which means it's time to change your makeup wardrobe to fit the season. Summer is all about shimmer and sun-kissed skin, but there are other things to keep in mind too, such as sunscreen, self tanner, and insect repellants. This summer, make the most of your time outdoors by being prepared with these great summer product must-haves.

11. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer

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It's summer and it's hot, so what should you wear if you don't want a heavy foundation but you need your skin to look even? Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer is a definite summer time makeup must-have. It contains an SPF 20, which even though sunblock doesn't add up when you apply one on top of another it will still help to make sure you are covered. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer gives you skin a slight hint of color, while wearing evenly and being long-lasting as well. It doesn't get into fine lines, due to the hydrating formula, and leaves a nice dewy finish to the skin. Since it's summer time, why not use Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer to give you that summer "glow"?
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12. E.l.f All-Over Cover Stick

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If you are looking for a little more coverage than a tinted moisturizer, but still don't want to wear a foundation, try the e.l.f All-Over Cover Stick. You can dab this onto the areas you need it and then blend slightly. It's great to use on under eye circles, blemishes, and uneven skin areas. The great thing is that it blends out very nicely so you don't have the blunt demarcation lines on your face. It's quick and simple application makes it a definite summer must-have, especially since you would rather spend your time having fun in the sun instead of working on your face.

13. Bare Minerals Get Started Kit

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Whether you are 15 or 50, Bare Minerals Mineral makeup is a definite must-have for summer, and year round. The really great thing about the Bare Minerals Get Started Kit is that is comes with everything that you need, including the instructional DVD and brushes. If you want your face to look flawless this summer, then this is a definite summer must-have. The bonus is that your skin will feel like it can still breath in the summer heat, and it will be protected from the sun from the built in SPF15.

14. Clinique Quick Eyes Cream Shadow

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If you want some color and a shimmer on your lids without it wearing off in the summer heat, then you definitely must have Clinique Quick Eyes Cream Shadow. The newly formulated cream shadow lasts up to 10 hours, will not crease or transfer, and is water resistant. Where has it been all of your life, right? The kicker is that it comes in 7 fabulous shimmery summer shades; one for each day of your summer vacation.

15. Dior DiorShow Waterproof Mascara

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The regular formulation of DiorShow mascara is a must-have splurge for everyone, and for summer time the waterproof version is just as fantastic. This summer make sure you have this little gem in your bag for the after-the-beach party. Since your lashes can't be voluminous and lush from mere sun exposure, glam them up with DiorShow Waterproof Mascara. It is available in 3 gorgeous colors, including a ultra-cool blue.
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16. Cover Girl LashBlast Waterproof Mascara

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I swear that the regular formula of Cover Girl LashBlast Mascara will be the new industry favorite, and the waterproof formula will be a definite summer steal must-have. If you are on a budget this summer, since gas prices are skyrocketing out of control, then this mascara steal is a good fit. You get everything that the original Cover Girl LashBlast formula does, with the bonus of being waterproof. So while you hit the sand for the beach parties, you can have amazing lashes that will last until the sun comes up, or longer.

17. L'Oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipgloss

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L'Oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipgloss is absolutely one of the best long-lasting lip glosses on the market for summer. If you long for lip gloss but hate having to constantly reapply, then L'Oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipgloss is your savior. The gloss is very creamy and not tacky at all, plus it does actually last up to 4-6 hours of normal wearing. L'Oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipgloss is very affordable, so you can stock up on the 16 different shades available.

18. Benefit Cosmetics Hoola

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If you are in need of a slight, natural touch of bronze to your skin then Benefit Cosmetics Hoola is your new best friend. The color is not dark and it won't leave you looking orange, like you've had a bad run-in with a generic self tanner. Benefit Cosmetics Hoola goes on flawlessly, lasts what seems like forever, and even comes with its own little brush. So if your skin is not-so summer ready quite yet Benefit Cosmetics Hoola should be a definite summer must-have for your makeup bag.
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19. OPI India Spring/Summer 2008 Collection

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If you love color and really cute names, then you're in luck because with the OPI India Spring/Summer 2008 Collection you get both. OPI always has a wide variety of ultra-cool polish, but I think they may have outdone themselves with the India collection. This summer you won't want to forget you nails, especially your toes, so why not show them off with one of the 12 fabulous colors? Personally I think true red toes are fabulous for summer, so my favorite summer must-have would have to be the tantalizingly rich red named "Keys to My Karma".

20. No!No! Hair Removal System

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The newest technology in hair removal has made it to a store near you. No!No! Hair Removal System is a wonderful little gadget that actually zaps away your hair, leaving you with a smoother leg for summer. You do need to find time in advance to use it, since it initially requires 20-30 minutes, 2-3 times a week, but it leaves you with less hair growth. The hand-sized device actually burns off your hair, and yes you can smell it the first few times, but it does not burn your skin and it is very comfortable to use (even on your bikini line). Since you want to spend more time playing outside and not shaving, then the No!No! Hair Removal System is a definite summer must-have.
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