5 Summer Beauty Quick Fixes

The days are hotter, the nights are longer, and your calendar is jam packed—yes! Summer is finally here. Yet there’s also a not-so-glamorous side of the season: the sweat, the sunburns, the streaky tears that happen when you get a little too close to an overzealous cannonballer at the local pool. So how to get by? Nab these five must-haves, from our fave after-sun remedy to a must-try instant glow giver, and consider your summer survival guide set.

To: heal a sunburn

Try: Lucas’ Papaw Ointment | shop it

We don’t blame you for falling asleep on the beach while getting your summer reading in, but that tomato-red burn is going to h.u.r.t. later. Stock up on this skin salve, developed more than 100 years ago, to cool things off. Lucas’ Papaw is one of the beauty industry’s best-kept and oldest secrets. It’s made from the papaw fruit (Australian papaya) and pharmaceutical-grade petroleum (milder than Vaseline), which makes it a miracle worker for chafing, burns, and even chapped lips. Apply to the affected area every few hours to lock in moisture and ease irritation. Also check out our DIY after-sun soothers here.

To: get glowing instantly

Try: St. Tropez One Night Only Instant Glow Lotion | shop it

These days, we know it’s never worth it to risk the potential dangers of repeated exposure to UV rays in the name of getting a tan. That’s why we’re loving St. Tropez’s “one night only” alternative: a sunless lotion that will give you an even, streak-free, beautiful bronze glow with just one quick-dry application. So, there’s no need to build it up over time. Slather it on from your head to your toes with the brand’s applicator mitt and let it sit for 15 minutes until dry and boom!—instant Brazilian god or goddess. Over it? Wash it off in the shower with no mess.

To: cool off fast

Try: Evian Mineral Water Facial Spray| shop it

Your body needs hydration after a day in the hot sun, and so does your face. Think of Evian’s purified mineral water in a convenient spray as a big, tall glass of water for your skin. Spritz it on whenever you feel overheated, and you’ll feel refreshed without ruining your makeup. The formula is also amplified with traces of beneficial magnesium and calcium, which need to be replenished after you sweat. The travel-size is perfect for road trips, festival weekends, and beach bags.

To: refresh makeup & banish shine

Try: Cover FX Blotting Powder | shop it

When the mercury goes up, there’s no need to weigh down your fanny pack with foundation, concealer, and powder. Just carry this convenient compact and dab it on to zap excess oil and shine, leaving you with a I-just-did-my-makeup matte finish. In three shades (Light, Medium, and Deep), it blots, absorbs makeup runoff and sweat, and adds a dash of color boosted with vitamins and good-for-skin ingredients that won’t clog pores. Because the last thing you need is a breakout.

To: lock in a cat-eye

Try: Too Faced Perfect Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner | shop it

Waterproof mascara is a long-time summer staple, but we’re giving our looks extra lasting power this year with these won’t-budge liners. From black to espresso, moss, navy, and peacock, there are nine luxe shades that glide on easily and stay put, no matter what your day brings.