What's happening, hot stuff? There's only one thing you need to know about the summer: It's gonna be a scorcher. Melt-proof your makeup and sun-proof your beauty routine with a few summer essentials every golden goddess needs to stay glam.

Sunscreen
Wrinkles! Sunspots! That boiled-red-lobster hue! Why fry now when you know you'll pay later? Protect it or regret it -- we vote for protection from a sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind you need two tablespoons for your face, one ounce (that's a shot glass, gals) for your bod, and a round of reapplication every two hours.

Sizzle Tip: The trick to reapplying sunblock to your face without messing up your makeup? Opt for a pressed power or translucent mineral powder with sunscreen. You get a beauty touch-up and an SPF top-up in one sweep.

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Self-Tanner
If you're not getting gold from the glow of the sun, you can still flash plenty of bronze ambition with a self-tanner. It's peel-proof, burn-free, and no sweat -- say buh-bye to sun damage! For an expert application, always remember to exfoliate before applying a self-tanner, and use less on your elbows, knees, heels, and hairline to avoid dark spots. If you're using a spray-on self-tanner, dot a bit of Vaseline over scars and rough patches first to keep the color from sticking.

Sizzle Tip: The trick to making your tan last: Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!

Waterproof Makeup
Swim, sun, sweat -- summer can cause serious makeup meltdown. Seal your look and keep it smudge-proof with waterproof makeup. New formulas mean you can get a pool-proof version of everything from mascara to eyeliner, even bronzer and foundation. Synthetic-bristle brushes are your best bet with waterproof makeup, and if you're blending, do it within 60 seconds of application, before the color sets.

Sizzle Tip: When removing waterproof makeup, avoid scrubbing and tugging your skin. Use a makeup remover specifically formulated for the job with a soft cotton towel or swabs.

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