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Slay All Day: Your Waterproof & Long-Wear Summer Makeup Guide

Summer’s here, and you know what that means: hot weather, pool parties, beach hangs, sweaty commutes, and zero time for makeup meltdowns. But don’t worry, babe. With the right long-wear + waterproof routine, you can beat the heat and stay flawless from sunrise to sunset.

This is your step-by-step guide to summer-proofing your glam,  no smudging, no streaking, just vibes.

Step 1: Start with a Matte-ifying Primer

Think of your primer as the anchor that keeps your look in place all day.

Choose a formula that:

• Controls oil & shine

• Minimizes pores

• Grips make up like Velcro

Top pick: Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer or Benefit POREfessional Matte Rescue

Step 2: Go Lightweight, But Lock It In

Swap heavy foundations for a tinted moisturizer or long-wear skin tint. Look for water-resistant formulas that let your skin breathe but still stay put.

Apply with a damp beauty sponge for a natural, sealed finish.

Try: Estée Lauder Double Wear Light or Maybelline Fit Me Tinted Moisturizer

Step 3: Use Cream + Powder Together

Want your blush, contour, and highlight to last through sweat, splash, and SPF?

Layer it like a cupcake:

• First: Use cream blush/bronzer

• Then: Set with a matching powder version

Blush hack: Cream blush + translucent powder = kiss-proof, heatproof cheeks

Step 4: Eye Makeup That Doesn’t Budge

Say goodbye to raccoon eyes. For your eyes:

• Use waterproof eyeliner (gel or pencil)

• Opt for tubing mascara that wraps lashes, won’t smudge, even in humidity

• Use eyeshadow sticks or cream formulas with long-wear promises

Tip: Prime lids with a matte concealer for longer wear.

Step 5: Lips That Last Through Lemonade

Use a lip stain or liquid lipstick that’s transfer-resistant and won’t melt away. Go for balmy formulas with pigment that fades beautifully instead of cracking.

Try: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Lip Oil or Peripera Ink Velvet Lip Tints

Step 6: Set It & Forget It

Lock it all in with a setting spray made for sweaty days. Look for mattifying or waterproof formulas, some even act like hairspray for your face.

Mist in an X + T motion and fan it dry like the beauty queen you are.

Bonus Summer-Proof Tips:

• Always apply makeup in thin layers; less is more when it’s 30°C outside

• Blotting sheets > powder reapplication (trust the process)

• Keep your makeup bag minimal, travel-size everything