That distinct shift in the air you may feel is the looming face of fall. And our old friend the polar vortex (hey, buddy!). With summer’s heat and humidity taking turns with chillier days—and rain—there’s no better time to upgrade your makeup bag with products that can withstand sun, heat and water.
While your favorite concealer and go-to shadow may be great for perfectly balmy days, when the mercury goes up or the umbrellas come out, we suggest switching to formulas that won’t budge throughout the day.
We rounded up the best water-repelling options that are sure to stay put, rain or shine. After all, the best new long-wearing makeup is more than waterproof: it’s life-proof.
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Raccoon eyes are never a good look. This long-lasting, lightweight gel formula doesn’t run or smudge, even after hours in the sun and humidity.
Urban Decay Cannonball Ultra Waterproof Mascara $20
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If you don’t want to invest in a whole new collection of waterproof formulas for summer, this mini-miracle seals powders, pencils and more into smudge-free products. We said it was a miracle.
Make Up For Ever Aqua Seal $21
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Eyeshadow that stays put? Yes, and without caking courtesy of this Lancôme base. The silky formula will have you trying out all the new colors for fall. Humidity, bring it.
Lancôme Waterproof EyeColour Base $26
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Whether it’s worn as a liner or smudged out as a shadow, this jumbo stick resists all the elements — water, heat and humidity — for over nine hours. Its high-pigmented formula applies smoothly and won’t crease or fade, from morning coffee to evening prosecco.
Sephora Collection Jumbo Liner 12HR Wear Waterproof in Peacock Blue Shimmer $14
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If you can’t leave the house without your brows done (no judging!), this brow set is the perfect solution for hot, humid days outdoors. It’s a brush-on gel that grooms and defines your brows with a non-greasy formula that doesn't budge no matter how many times you wipe the sweat from your forehead.
MAC Pro Longwear Waterproof Brow Set $17
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Creamy bronzers can sometimes end up greasy-looking. A powder version in a waterproof formula will give you that sun-kissed glow all day without becoming cakey.
Tarte Amazonian Clay Matte Waterproof Bronzer $30
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While it looks like a powder in its packaging, this eyeshadow goes on like a cream, and doesn’t require a lot of layers to build color. Its thick consistency ensures this shadow stays in place without smearing or smudging.
L’Oréal Infallible Eyeshadow in Eternal Sunshine $7.99
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The name pretty much says it all: This lip gloss sticks around, doesn’t fade, and doesn’t require much reapplication throughout the day.
Maybelline Superstay Lipcolor in Continuous Coral $8.99
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Define your eyes with this liquid liner that won't flake, crease, smudge or crack, regardless of the heat it’s exposed to. Wear it for every activity under the sun without worrying that your precise line will come off.
Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner in Cobalt $20
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This cheek stain offers just the right hint of color—which you can layer on as you like. It offers a dewy, hydrating finish that looks more natural than powder formulas and it’s sweatproof.
Josie Maran Coconut Watercolor Cheek Gelée in Pink Escape $22
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For a full-coverage with a natural feel, this foundation is ultra-lightweight and feels like you are wearing nothing at all, even in extreme temperatures. It masks imperfections, evens skin tone and reduces redness.
