Waterproof Makeup
Top-Rated Waterproof Makeup So You Can Finally Enjoy the Water
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Having waterproof makeup is clutch in the Summer because it means you can dive into the water carefree. But if you're not swimming, there's still a need for it. Sometimes the city heat and humidity can really mess up your makeup, so you'll want to wear something that stays put. From foundation to eyeliner, we turned to Ulta to uncover the best waterproof picks. Put an end to dripping and drowning in your own makeup once and for all.
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil
The Product: Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil ($20)
Why People Love it: It glides on smooth and comes in so many different colors. This reviewer likes that the color lasts. "Urban Decay makes the best eyeliner pencils out there. They truly glide on, no pulling or tugging. They last forever, yet come off easily with any makeup removal product."
Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick
The Product: Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick ($20)
Why People Love it: This waterproof lipstick has a matte finish that doesn't make your lips look dry, according to this reviewer. ". . . My biggest problem is finding a lipstick that stays in place but doesn't dry out my lips and Anastasia is the winner."
Benefit Cosmetics Goof Proof Brow Pencil Easy Shape & Fill
The Product: Benefit Cosmetics Goof Proof Brow Pencil Easy Shape & Fill ($24)
Why People Love it: If you have non-existent brows, try a pencil that is waterproof and stays all day. This reviewer loved this product for her blond brows. "I have super sparse and blond eyebrows so I use this every single day without exception, so I needed something that is super quick. Thirty seconds and a mirror is all I need and I am good to go."
Lipstick Queen Exact Match Lip Liner
The Product: Lipstick Queen Exact Match Lip Liner ($18)
Why People Love it: This lip liner is long lasting, even through drinking and eating according to this reviewer. "It lasts a good six or seven hours without reapplying. You can even eat, drink, or kiss without having to reapply."
Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation
The Product: Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation ($36)
Why People Love it: This powder foundation is an all-around winner. It's vegan, waterproof, and lasts up to 12 hours. This reviewer raves about its benefits. "This made my skin look airbrushed. It's super lightweight and easy to blend. It lasted on me all day and totally controlled my oil."
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
The Product: Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner ($22)
Why People Love it: This eyeliner has over 4,200 reviews on Ulta and a rating of 4.5 stars. See what one reviewer had to say. "I love how it removes quickly with water and soap, but doesn't smudge when I accidentally forget I'm wearing eyeliner and rub it. It's great for both newbies or experts."
MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation
The Product: MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation ($34)
Why People Love it: For full coverage, try this waterproof foundation. This reviewer loved that she doesn't have to touch it up throughout the day. "When it comes to foundation, I want to be able to put it on in the morning and never have to mess with it for the rest of the day. This foundation does just that for me."
Urban Decay Cannonball Ultra Waterproof Mascara
The Product: Urban Decay Cannonball Ultra Waterproof Mascara ($20)
Why People Love it: The name says it all, keep your mascara from smudging while getting long lashes. Check out what this reviewer said. "I'm constantly outside for work and sweating in the Summer. I also have the tiniest eyelashes ever, and this mascara was the answer to both problems. I've sweat in this mascara and my lashes still look long and smudge-proof."
Tarte Amazonian Clay Matte Waterproof Bronzer
The Product: Tarte Amazonian Clay Matte Waterproof Bronzer ($30)
Why People Love it: This bronzer is perfect if you're looking for a more matte finish instead of a shimmery glow. Here's why one reviewer keeps this in her makeup bag. "I really loved the pigment of this product. Since the bronzer is clay-based, it blended in smoothly. I loved how this product didn't have shimmer in it. The bronzer is versatile and would work for any skin tone."
It Cosmetics Build-A-Brow Waterproof 5-In-1 Micro-Fiber Creme Stain
The Product: It Cosmetics Build-A-Brow Waterproof 5-In-1 Micro-Fiber Creme Stain ($24)
Why People Love it: Build up your brows while still having a natural look, says one fan. "It's great to create a nice natural-looking brow for my sparse, fine, and thinning brows. No pencil to clump or break. It goes on easily with a brow brush, blends nicely for a more natural style, or [I can] apply more for a dramatic look. It's also long-lasting."
L'Oréal Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara
The Product: L'Oréal Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara ($10)
Why People Love it: One reviewer loved that this waterproof mascara lasted on sweaty hot days. "Typically I don't wear mascara because of past bad experiences where I'd end up with raccoon eyes, but this mascara is my new holy grail product. It makes my lashes look amazing and doesn't flake or run."
Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation
The Product: Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation ($40)
Why People Love it: Get full waterproof coverage that feels natural. This reviewer loved how easily it went on. "This foundation has the best pigmentation and goes on so easily and is not heavy on [my] face at all. When you touch your face it just feels like your skin but it looks full-coverage."
Ulta Automatic Lip Liner
The Product: Ulta Automatic Lip Liner ($2)
Why People Love it: This lip liner is waterproof, matte, moisturizing, and super affordable. See what this reviewer had to say. "I have relatively dry lips, and this one is moisturizing, kiss-proof, smudge-proof, waterproof, etc. It's so long-lasting and easy to apply. I especially like that it's retractable so I don't have to bring a pencil sharpener in my makeup bag."
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Brow Color
The Product: Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Brow Color ($21)
Why People Love it: This reviewer loved this product because she didn't want her brows to wash off during her vacation. "I got this for my holiday cruise. I wanted something that would last and be waterproof. And it does both of those things. I'm very happy with it and I really like the marker style because it's easy to apply."
Lancome Effacernes Waterproof Protective Undereye Concealer
The Product: Lancome Effacernes Waterproof Protective Undereye Concealer ($31)
Why People Love it: Hide your under-eye bags, even when you're in the water. This reviewer loved the long-lasting formula. "It works so well that I can get full coverage just using concealer, some days I don't even put on foundation. But you can't tell the difference. And [it] lasts all day long."
Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara
The Product: Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara ($23)
Why People Love it: If you're on the market for a waterproof mascara, try this cult classic. See what this reviewer had to say. "I visit the beach a lot over the Summer and this is my holy grail. I loved the regular one but this one is even more amazing."
