Waterproof mascara stays put through sweat, tears, a swimming pool or rain, but needs a different approach to remove than a regular mascara. Below you'll read how to build it up without clumps and how to get it cleanly off your lashes again in the evening. A popular starting point is the Maybelline Volum'Express The Rocket mascara - waterproof - Black.
How do you apply waterproof mascara?
Waterproof formulas dry faster than regular ones, so work at a brisk pace and build up in thin layers. This prevents clumps and lashes sticking together.
- Curl your lashes before applying; once you've added a layer of waterproof mascara, they'll struggle to hold the curl.
- Wipe excess product off the brush on the rim of the tube.
- Place the brush at the base of your lashes and wiggle it towards the tips for even coverage.
- Let the first layer dry briefly before applying a second layer for more volume.
- Separate any clumped lashes with a clean lash brush while the mascara hasn't fully set yet.
How do you remove waterproof mascara?
Because the formula is water-repellent, water alone won't work. Use an oil-based cleanser or a two-phase remover; these dissolve the film without you having to rub hard, since rubbing breaks lashes.
- Shake a two-phase remover well so the oil and water layers mix.
- Soak a cotton pad and hold it on your closed eye for ten to fifteen seconds, so the mascara can loosen.
- Wipe gently downwards, in the direction your lashes grow, never back and forth.
- Repeat with a fresh pad until no black traces come off anymore.
Which waterproof mascara suits you?
For a bold, full lash, the The Rocket is a classic choice. If you're mainly after length and a lifted outer corner, the Maybelline New York mascara - Lash Sensational Sky High - 7.2 ml - Blue Mist suitable. A flexible brush that also catches short lashes can be found in the Pupa Ultraflex mascara - 01 Black. More eye make-up is in the make-up collection.
Can waterproof mascara run?
Once properly set, waterproof mascara actually stays put better than a regular mascara, even in heat. Running is usually caused by the lower lashes touching oily skin; mattify that area beforehand with a little powder.
How long does an opened mascara stay good?
The packaging has a jar symbol showing the number of months after opening, often three to six for mascara. Don't pump the brush in and out of the tube, as that pushes air in and dries out the formula.
Should you use waterproof mascara every day?
Daily use is fine, but alternate with a regular mascara on quiet days. The firmer removal simply comes with a waterproof formula, and less rubbing is better for your lashes.
What's the difference between waterproof and water-resistant?
Waterproof means the formula can withstand full exposure to water, such as swimming or heavy sweating. Water-resistant only holds up against light moisture, like a rain shower or a single tear, but not a dip in the pool. If it says waterproof on the tube, you can count on the sturdiest variant, and that also means you'll need an oil-based cleanser to get it off again.
