The best waterproof makeup for your holiday (or just for the endless British showers) 💦
We all pick up our trusty waterproof mascara before going off on our holiday, but what about the rest of our makeup bag? With so much development within the beauty industry, waterproof bronzers, primers, eyeliners and even foundations are now all available.
We know it sounds extreme; going on holiday is often about giving your skin a break, and sitting on the beach with a full face of makeup sure doesn't sound appealing. But waterproof makeup isn't just about being pool and sea-proof, it's also great to have something that won't budge during hot weather. Sweat, oil and grease, be gone!
Not going on holiday? Waterproof makeup can still come in super handy in the UK - just look outside! 9/10 times it's pouring it down, meaning we're constantly searching for formulas that will stay put.
We've picked out the best waterproof makeup that will stay put come rain or shine...
Complexion: Primer
The easiest way to ensure budge-proof makeup is a reliable and effective primer. Hourglass' Veil Primer keeps makeup on the face from the start of the day to the end.
Complexion: Foundation
This water-resistant base defies sweat and oiliness, making it perfect for a city break somewhere gloriously hot.
Complexion: Foundation
This provides a gorgeous glow and a light coverage, but will stay firmly put in the heat.
Complexion: Foundation
If you're more of a heavy coverage kinda girl, this 2-in-1 foundation and concealer will be right up your street. It's highly pigmented but looks natural on the skin, and will not melt down your face, guaranteed.
Complexion: BB Cream
We really can't recommend this enough. Not only does it give a gorgeous, healthy glow, but it's also waterproof with a factor 50. Our summer saviour.
Complexion: Setting Spray
How to finish off your water-resistant look? With a spritz to keep it all in place, of course.
Complexion: Concealer
There's nothing worse than feeling self-conscious about your skin while on holiday. If you wake up to a blemish nightmare, try this waterproof concealer.
Complexion: Bronzer
Feeling a little pale on your first few days on holiday? Buff in a bit of this to get a waterproof, sweat-proof golden glow.
Complexion: Bronzer
If you're looking for something a little more purse-friendly, this does the job brilliantly.
Eyes: Eyebrow Products
Even if you go completely makeup-free everywhere else, doing your brows can really define your face. We love this waterproof pencil.
Eyes: Eyebrow Products
Alternatively, try out this top coat by Blink Brow Bar, which immediately transforms any brow makeup you're wearing to make it resistant to water.
Eyes: Eyeshadow Primer
Much like a face primer, prepping your eyelids before applying product is crucial. NYX's waterproof formulas ensures eyeshadow clings to the skin and never creases in the heat.
Eyes: Eyeshadow
Eyeshadow that won't budge? It can be hard to find. We always pack Becca's Eye Tints when we go on our summer vacay. They come in gorgeous shades, have a lovely velvetty texture and are long-wearing.
Eyes: Mascara
The full list of our favourite waterproof mascaras can be found here. But we couldn't create a waterproof makeup feature without mentioning one of our favourite mascaras. From the unique curved wand to the lash-lengthening properties, Fairy Drops is our beach-side go-to.
Eyes: Kohl Eyeliner
If you can't live without that smoky eye, there's a waterproof eyeliner for that. Eyeliners that are water-resistant are more smudge-proof in general, so it's worth investing in one of these for long-wearing lined peepers.
Eyes: Liquid Eyeliner
A stay-all-day formula that comes in a lot of cool shades? We're IN.
Lips: Liquid Lipstick
For lips, it's all about the liquid lipstick for long-wear and hold. Our favourite? Huda Beauty's iconic shades.
