The Best Waterproof Makeup Products for Summer

Available in a whopping 40 shades, this waterproof foundation stands out for its self-setting capabilities (read: no separate setting powder needed!), which offer a blurred, matte, and smudge-resistant finish. Despite how lightweight it is, the foundation offers medium coverage. Not only is it non-comedogenic (meaning it won’t clog your pores), but it’s also enriched with niacinamide, which can help improve overall skin texture by minimizing the appearance of redness, blemishes, and pores.

For a sun-kissed glow that’ll last through swimming and sweating, look no further than this oil-free, waterproof bronzer from TikTok and influencer-loved brand. Tarte is formulated with Amazonian clay for long-wear. Meanwhile, vitamins A and E to fight free radicals. The shade, Park Avenue Princess, which has a stunning shimmery finish.

This featherweight, serum-infused concealer from Laura Mercier is specially formulated to brighten and smooth— all while providing medium coverage, a natural finish, and up to 16 hours of wear time sans any cakiness or creasing. The doe-foot tip, which is designed to mimic the shape of a fingertip, makes application and blending a breeze. It’s also enriched with 85 percent skin-care ingredients, including hydrating glycerin, antioxidant-loaded green tea, and soothing shea butter. Oh, and did we mention it comes in 20-plus shade options?

No raccoon eyes here! The waterproof version of this fan-favorite volumizing mascara is just as great as the original. The true star of the show here is the hourglass-shaped brush, which is designed to separate, coat, and curl each individual lash. The inky black pigment is just the icing on the proverbial cake.

This smooth-gliding, ultra-creamy eyeshadow stick from Thrive Causmetics features semi-permanent micropigments to keep it waterproof and smudge-proof for hours on end (read: no need to constantly reapply!). It’s also infused with noteworthy ingredients like nourishing aloe, strengthening ceramides, and moisturizing vitamin B5. Keep in mind that the eyeshadow sets after 30 seconds, so you only have a finite amount of time to blend (thankfully, the built-in blending sponge helps tremendously here). Choose from 11 shade options, available in both matte and shimmery finishes.

Thick, fluffy, and defined brows that won’t wash off or fade upon contact with water may sound impossible, but not with Anastasia Beverly Hills’ DIPBROW® Gel Tinted Waterproof Eyebrow Gel. The cult-favorite waterproof formula lasts up to 12 hours, and the applicator makes it easy to create fine, hair-like strokes. Shoppers can choose from 11 shades to suit almost any hair color and undertone.

As someone prone to sweating and naturally oily lids, I especially swear by this waterproof liquid eyeliner in the summer months. I love how easily it glides onto the lids (read: no tugging required!), how fast it dries, and how well it stays in place, even in 90-something-degree weather when I’m schvitzing on the NYC subway. The ultra-fine-tip pen makes it easy to draw sleek, thin lines in one easy stroke (it’s all in the flick of the wrist!). While I often reach for the dark brown shade during the daytime, the inky black is ideal for a bolder, edgier look.

Few makeup products are as versatile as this waterproof cream pigment from Danessa Myricks Beauty, which is suitable for use on the cheeks, eyes, and lips. The pigments are especially unique in that they can be used alone, layered, or mixed with others to achieve the perfect shade. Not only does it offer up to 24 hours of wear time, but it also comes in over 40 color options in matte, metallic, and high-shine finishes.