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How to make makeup waterproof in 5 easy steps

by Aaron|July 29, 2020
How to Waterproof Your Makeup Look in 5 Easy Steps

As the weather warms up, sweat-proof makeup is sure to top our list of summer must-haves. Whether you’re heading to the beach or hanging out at a music festival, these tips are for you. Learn how to waterproof your makeup look with these quick and easy steps.

1. Face

Foundation is the base for your entire look so you want to make sure you’re starting off on the right foot. After applying sunscreen and priming skin, you’ll want a water-resistant foundation—preferably one that offers additional SPF protection. We love Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation because its breathable, full-coverage formula is great for those with sensitive skin, as well as common concerns like eczema, rosacea and psoriasis. For best results, apply with a clean makeup sponge or synthetic brush and blend this foundation well.

Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation

2. Sun Protection

Even if you applied sunscreen before putting on your makeup, it won’t be enough to protect your skin all day. You’ll need to touch up your sun protection, especially if you’re spending the day outside. Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50 makes it easy to apply sunscreen over your makeup without messing anything up. It provides 100% mineral broad spectrum protection with 22.5% titanium dioxide and 22.5% zinc oxide. Simply sweep this powder sunscreen across your skin, and you’re good to go.

Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50

3. Eyes

Next to mascara, eyeliner is one of the most important makeup staples when it comes to learning how to make makeup waterproof. Our eyes move so much during the day that we need something that really stays put. Water-resistant eyeliners aren’t hard to find, but what if you could create a sleek cat eye or a trendy smoky eye in seconds? That’s exactly why we love jane iredale Mystikol Powdered Eyeliner! This cream-to-powder eyeliner features a snap-in brush right in the cap to help you create precise lines that won’t crease, fade or smear.

jane iredale Mystikol Powdered Eyeliner in Dark Topaz

Pro tip: Before lining your eyes, apply jane iredale Smooth Affair for Eyes to give your shadow extra staying power.

4. Lashes

Our worst makeup nightmares involve “raccoon eyes” from mascara that wasn’t up to the challenge. The best way to avoid this cosmetic snafu is to choose a tubing mascara. Unlike traditional mascaras that coat the lashes with color, tubing mascaras create a “tube” around each lash to help prevent clumping, smudging and flaking. Our favorite? We can’t get enough of blinc Mascara. This mascara stays all day and is easier to remove than other water-resistant formulas. With a little warm water and light pressure, the “tubes” simply slide right off.

blinc Mascara in Black

5. Lips

In order to learn how to make makeup waterproof, you can't leave out the lips. For your lips, a matte finish is your best bet. When it comes to lip color that lasts, theBalm Meet Matt(e) Hughes Liquid Lipstick is our top pick. Thanks to its long-wearing formula and yummy vanilla mint scent, this liquid lipstick is both a LovelySkin customer and staff favorite. This liquid lipstick stays put all day without ever feeling dry or flaky.

theBalm Meet Matt(e) Hughes Liquid Lipstick in Honest

Not sure where to start with your look or want to try something fresh this season? You can watch Shawn Towne, Global Director of Education and Artistry for jane iredale, create the perfect look for those long, hot days and see how to make summer makeup last.

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About the Author

Aaron serves as Editor at LovelySkin. Since graduating from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 2016 with degrees in Creative Writing and English, he has immersed himself in the beauty industry. When he’s not writing about the latest beauty trends, he spends time cuddling his dogs, scouring antique stores, playing tennis and hiking.

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