Summer is the hottest season both literally and figuratively. It’s the time when people shed off layers of clothing to cool off, making skin-baring the unofficial sport of summer, and when they dash off to the gym to start their #BalikAlindog program. But if you want to take a shortcut to sexiness, try these other seductive tricks instead. Read on to see our smokin’ hot tips.

Wear something red.
According to a study by psychologists at Central China Normal University, men find women clad in the crimson hue more attractive than those wearing blue or white. Red apparently boosts a girl’s sex appeal in a guy’s eyes. So if you want to dial up your sensuality without showing much skin, slip on a red dress or swipe on a red lipstick!

Wiggle mascara at the outer lashes.
Focus on wiggling your mascara wand at the outer lashes to extend the shape of the eye. This trick lends your gaze a sexy, Bridget Bardot-esque vixen effect.

Swap cream blush for powder blush.
Remember the phrase mukhang blooming? Get that exact effect by dabbing a creamy blush on the apples of your cheeks.

Embrace the mess.
Hair that looks undone and effortless is hands down sexier than perfectly styled coifs. If you’re putting your hair up in a ponytail, soften the look by loosening a few pieces of strands around your face. You can also try our easy peasy tutorial on tousled curls here.

Go for the “just bitten” lip.
Korean girls are crazy about this lip technique because it looks both innocent and desirable. Instead of swiping the tube all over your mouth, apply lip color on the center only. Finish it off with a thin layer of clear gloss to make it appear more kissable.

Ignite your glow.
The highlighter is a wonderful weapon of sexy. Blend a creamy highlighter on the cheekbones, cupid’s bow, décolletage, arms, and legs to up your level of hotness. Doing so draws attention to these areas.

Tilt your head.
Body language plays a huge part in exuding sexiness. According to a study, men find you more alluring when your raise your head slightly upward.

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