Editor’s Picks: The Best Waterproof Makeup to Beat the Heat

Puerto Rican supermodel Joan Smalls is pretty much perfection when it comes to looking fabulous at the beach or in the pool. While most of us don’t possess Smalls’ God-given genes, we can certainly take a hint from her when it comes to how to make up for days at the beach or pool. Not to mention that summer is just around the corner and the heat is here to work it’s evil on our makeup.

Most necessary of course is waterproof makeup. Now, the key is to look like you are not wearing any makeup, so a deft hand is needed for application. Also, minimal makeup is the look you need to strive for when you plan to be in or near the water. That can be on beach, poolside or taking in sun on your boat.

We have rounded up the best of the best of waterproof makeup that will keep you looking flawless without making you look like you are competing in RuPaul’s Drag Race.

Products can be found at Nordstrom, Sephora or Ulta.

Waterproof Makeup for Face:

The best beach makeup for your face includes a lightweight waterproof foundation and or waterproof concealer. A touch of a cheek stain is a great option because it does exactly what it says– stains the skin. Other blush options include creamy blush that is water resistant.

Or you may opt to just highlight your best features with a waterproof highlighter for beachy glow. Waterproof bronzer may be the only color you need for your day at the beach, with of course waterproof mascara and a lip color that holds it own as well. Here’s the water-resistant makeup we are living for.

SKIN

Start with a generous layer of SPF.

Cooola Classic Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 Fragrance Free $28 

70%+ certified organic ingredients with broad spectrum SPF 50 protection. Water-resistant (80 minutes), Designed for long active days in the sun, but light enough for daily use. Fragrance Free/Vegan / Non-GMO / Gluten-Free / Paraben-Free, recyclable plant-based tubes sourced from sugar cane.

A waterproof primer that blurs imperfections may be all you need before you add color.

Try: My Clarins PORE-LESS Blur & Matte Stick $20

 

This waterproof mattifying and re-texturizing complexion primer features optical matte-blur technology that reduces the look of imperfections. It leaves a shine-free matte canvas for your foundation to last 12 hours.

Next, a sheer application of foundation and concealer to simply blend and flaws into the background. Only if you need it though…

Try: Urban Decay Stay Naked Weightless Liquid Foundation $39

A vegan, buildable, medium-coverage liquid foundation with a real-skin, matte finish that lasts up to 24 hours. This waterproof, long-wear foundation feels like a second skin, thanks to its breathable formula.

Try: tarte Amazonian Clay Waterproof 12-Hour Concealer $25

A waterproof, 12-hour wear concealer that expertly hides skin discolorations and imperfections in one seamless application.

A dusting of water-resistant bronzer with a pop of color on the cheek may be your perfect makeup for a day at the beach.

Try: MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Bronze Fusion Bronzer $36

 

A gel-power bronzer that blends seamlessly for a lightweight, foolproof, luminous glow. Skin will appear healthy and glowing when you brush on this long lasting, waterproof bronzer that blends on like a second skin.

Try: FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer $32

A light-as-air, non-greasy cream bronzer that effortlessly melts into skin for a natural-looking bronze or soft contour—in a range of no-fuss shades for all skin tones. This light-as-air, sweat- and water-resistant formula instantly melts into skin without disturbing makeup to bronze, define, or contour.

Try: FENTY BEAUTY BY RIHANNA Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush $20

This blush is easy to use and impossible to overdo in a lineup of shades designed to enhance every complexion with a youthful glow. Created by Rihanna, these shades are sheer, buildable, and melt into skin. The sweat- and water-resistant formula smooths over skin without feeling sticky or greasy.

EYES

Go light or go bare with your waterproof eye makeup. Groom your brows and flick your lashes with a water resistant mascara. For more drama add a sheer color to your lids or a bit of drama with a waterproof eyeliner.

Try: Lancôme Monsieur Big Waterproof Mascara $30

 

The Monsieur Big Mascara, now in Waterproof, features a large brush and an ultra-creamy, sweat proof, and smudge proof formula that glides onto lashes like silk and delivers up to 12 times the volume with up to 24 hours of wear. This waterproof mascara doesn’t require touch-ups and doesn’t flake or smudge.

Try: Revlon ColorStay Crème Eyeshadow $9.69

 

This waterproof, easy-to-blend, creamy shadow goes on smooth. Wear on your entire lid or across lash line for a bold eye liner look. The high-pigment shadow color comes in two beautiful finishes: matte and shimmer.

Try:  HOURGLASS VOYEUR WATERPROOF GEL EYELINER $28

A waterproof gel eyeliner that glides on effortlessly to deliver high-impact, 12-hour wear without smudging, bleeding, or fading. The creamy, versatile formula allows you to effortlessly create a precise line, or build to add a definition for a statement look that lasts all day — no touchups required. Available in four matte shades and one shimmer hue.

LIPS

A swipe of a bright lip stain will last for hours.

Try: FENTY BEAUTY by Rihanna Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain $27

 

Hydrates instantly and all day and locks in moisture & conditions lips to leave them feeling soft & smooth. Goes on glossy—leaves behind a soft tint. Customizable, sheer-to-medium coverage.