Waterproof Makeup in India: Season's Splashing Hits

Whether you're headed to the beach or sweating it out in the sweltering sun, it's important that you have the best waterproof makeup by your side – so here's a checklist with everything you need, from tear-resistant mascaras and long-wear liner to foundations that repel water. Listed below, the best waterproof makeup in India along with recommended makeup removers you'll need at the end of the day. Go on, welcome that splash with arms wide open. (See also this list of the best waterproof kajals.)

Waterproof Makeup in India: This Season's Splashing Hits

• Must-have Mascara

  Alright, waterproof mascara is the best waterproof makeup item you can have in your bag, because hot or chilly, you need it all year round. Adopting a puppy? Getting married? Watching Kal Ho Na Ho? Let the tears fall freely, because this formula won't budge. We recommend the Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Waterproof Mascara in Very Black, or the Maybelline New York Falsies Push-up Drama Waterproof Drama in Black.
  Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Mascara Waterproof, Very Black, 9ml

  ₹ 510

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• Killer Kajal

  Get a good waterproof kajal to complement your waterproof mascara, because like we said before, you never know when a waterworks contingency may arise. We recommend the Lakme Eyeconic Kajal in Black/Brown, or the Maybelline Colossal Kajal. For more recommendations, check out this list of waterproof makeup for your lower waterline.
  Value for Money

  Lakmé Eyeconic Kajal, Deep Black, 0.35g

  ₹ 163

  ₹ 190 (14% off)

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  Soft Finish

  Maybelline New York Colossal Kajal (Black)

  ₹ 131

  ₹ 199 (34% off)

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• Budge-not Brows

  The best waterproof makeup arsenal includes a smudgeproof formula for brows, like this Miss Claire Waterproof Eyebrow Pencil. So your brows look gorgeous all day. For brow pencil recommendations, check out this list. For brow gel recommendations, head here.
  MY COLORS WaterProof Eyebrow Pencil with Brush (Black, Dark Brown) ( COLORS COSMETICS )

  ₹ 140

  ₹ 150 (7% off)

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• Longwear Liner

  Longwear liner is a waterproof makeup essential for flawless eyes - it keeps your look fresh through the day even if your lipstick fades or foundation melts. We recommend the Colorbar Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner, or the Maybelline Lasting Waterproof Gel Pencil.
  Colorbar Waterproof Opaque Liquid Eyeliner Opaque Finish - Black, 2.5ml

  ₹ 361

  ₹ 495 (27% off)

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  Maybelline Lasting Drama Waterproof Gel Pencil Smooth Charcoal

  ₹ 499

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• Foundation Fix

  If you're willing to spend extra on a good base, here's a tenacious foundation from M.A.C that's water-resistant, oil-free and non comedogenic. Wear this waterproof makeup essential for 8 hours straight.

• Ready Removers

  When it's time to wipe your face of all your waterproof makeup, turn to these handy remover formulas – the Biotique Almond Soothing Makeup Cleanser, or the Lakme Absolute Phased Makeup Remover.
  Biotique Bio Almond Oil Soothing Face and Eye Makeup Cleanser, 120ml

  ₹ 131

  ₹ 175 (25% off)

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  Lakme Absolute Bi Phased Makeup Remover, 60ml

  ₹ 306

  ₹ 350 (13% off)

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