It’s summer once again and surely, even when wet, women would still want to look oh-so-good! Some would go as far as wear some make up even when going for a swim. And why not? All the hunks would be there, thus, might as well take the chance.
Problem is, most make up melt when exposed to really hot weather conditions, more so, some cosmetics don’t stay put through water or sweat. The result? Racoon eyes and streaky skin. This happened to me one summer, several years ago, and I promised myself never to let that happen again. So, I started scouring cosmetic stores for melt-proof make up and this is what I found out.
Water-resistant make up is lighter than waterproof formula, and puts up with wetness (water, sweat, or tears). Thus, if you’re on a swimming-spree or is very much fond of sad, tearjerker kinds of movies, then look for water-resistant mascaras, eye liners, or eye pencils to ensure you still look good despite crying buckets-full of tears or immersing yourself for hours in water. The best thing about water-resistant make up is it stays on even when you’re soaked in water, but can easily be removed with facial cleanser. Stuffs you should try include Max Factor’s Calorie Mascara, L’Oreal’s Pencil Perfect Eye Liner, and Givenchy Lips and Eyes Pencil.
Another type of make up is the waterproof make up. These types of cosmetics have special ingredients in them, such as silicon, that help keep eyeliner on even when you’re in the water like in the beach, a water park, or swimming pools. And what are the best products to use? Try Maybelline’s Cover Stick, Cover Girl’s Advanced Waterproof Mascara, or Ultima II’s Eyesexxxy Eyeliner.
Sweat-proof make up also does wonders to your skin if you’re thinking about going for an exercise in the gym, joining group dance exercises, or simply strolling in the park on a hot, summer day. These types of make up are also waterproof and absorbs facial oil, thus, you won’t have those icky, oily feel on the skin. Likewise, sweat-proof make up also blocks the salt in sweat from melting the make up away. Sounds interesting? Why don’ you try Clinique’s Almost Makeup with an SPF of 15, Almay’s Wetproof Shadowliner, or Prescriptives’ Instant Face Powder Foundation.
With all these make up available for us, women, we are all assured of a beautiful and melt-proof summer ahead of us.
