Waterproof Makeup Tips: How to Keep Your Makeup Monsoon-Ready!

While we love the pitter patter and the ‘chai-pakoda’ vibe of monsoons, we also have our own share of humidity woes when it comes to makeup! Smudged mascara, cakey foundation and the sweaty humidity are all some of the makeup roadblocks we deal with every monsoon. But fret no more as LoveChild has some easy-to-do waterproof makeup tips so you can slay even while it’s pouring! Read on to decode how you can amp up your makeup game like a pro this monsoon.

The Impact of Monsoon on Skin and Makeup

When there's excess moisture in the air, our skin naturally produces more sebum causing it to be more prone to trap dirt and pollutants. Some of us even experience acne breakouts and exacerbated allergic skin reactions in monsoons due to clogged pores. Some of the most commonly experienced effects on skin and makeup are:

• Excess oil production, especially around the forehead, nose, and chin.

• Foundation slipping or melting instead of staying in place.

• Patchy makeup creases, particularly around oily areas.

• Smudged kajal and mascara due to moisture and humidity.

• A sticky, heavy feeling, especially if you've applied multiple layers of makeup.

While this makes makeup for rainy season feel like a challenge, it is nothing that the right products and a few secret techniques can’t win over. 

Must-try Makeup Tips for Monsoon

Makeup can work across various seasons, we just need to know how to be smart about it! Here are 6 simple beauty tips that will make your waterproof makeup glam last through the day without slipping, creasing, or giving in to the humidity. 

1. Start With a Lightweight Base 

With the rise in humidity, we need to work around the excess oil buildup. The easiest way to do this is to tackle the problem at its core. Start with cleansing your face with a hydrating cleanser and follow that up with a hydrating moisturiser. This keeps your base light and prevents the pores from clogging. 

Next, go in with a hydrating primer to make sure your base is locked in lightly to your skin and you have a smooth canvas to work with. Avoid heavy foundations and opt for something lightweight and breathable instead. The 5-in-1 BB Cream and Serum Skin Tint are your best picks. With lightweight formulas, buildable coverage and built-in hydration (as well as sun protection), our hybrid skincare makeup products are quite literally makeup champions, suitable for all seasons!

2. Build, Don't Layer

When it comes to makeup for rainy season, resist the urge to apply thick layers of any base. Instead, build your coverage gradually and spot-conceal only where needed. Cream products blend beautifully into the skin and keep your makeup looking fresh instead of cakey. 

Add a subtle colorful flush to your face with an airy swipe of our  3-in-1 Quench Tint. Just squeeze out a pea-sized amount and apply it on your eyelids, cheeks and lips - there you go!
All ready to seize the rainy day! 

3. Powder Strategically

A setting powder is one of those monsoon makeup tips handed down for generations. Focus on the areas that tend to get oily, like the forehead, nose, and chin, instead of mattifying your entire face. Finish with a setting spray to lock everything in without losing your glow.

LoveChild Pick: Dab on our Closing Call Perfecting Powder to control shine while maintaining a soft, skin-like finish.

4. Make Your Eye Makeup Monsoon-Proof

Humidity is notorious for causing kajal and mascara to smudge. Prime your eyelids with a little concealer, opt for waterproof makeup, and keep daytime eye makeup simple for maximum staying power.

LoveChild Eye Makeup Picks to Rock the Monsoon Game: 

• High Hopes Tubing Mascara: for smudge-resistant and lifted lashes 

• Nazar Na Lage Smooth Talking Waterproof Kajal: for defined, waterproof eyes

• Nazar Na Lage Waterproof Eyeliner: for that cool, winged monsoon eye drama!

5. Keep Your Lips Hydrated 

Hydrated lips are the perfect canvas for long-lasting lipstick. Choose creamy or comfortable matte formulas that wear well throughout the day. The hottest pick we recommend is from our bestselling ‘Batua’ Collection that has shades for your everyday hustle and chaos. Soak your lips in a ‘Chai Khari’ shade for a post-chai lip refresh or go in for a ‘Thak Gayi’ shade of nude that is perfect for the days you just want to be low-key and breathe like a couch potato in your pajamas!   

LoveChild Picks:

• Batua Lipsticks: For the perfect satin finish hydration on your lips

• Bare Browns Ultra-matte Range: For an all day matte with the best of browns

• Airgasm Blurring Lip Tint: For an airy swipe of color to add some glam to a rainy day look

6. Keep Touch-Ups Light

When your makeup starts to shine, blot excess oil before reaching for more powder. Reapplying products over oily skin can make makeup look heavy, so refresh only the areas that need it instead of layering everything again. 

Pro Tip: A blotting paper followed by a light dusting of compact powder is all you need to revive your makeup. Always use waterproof makeup products that won’t look cakey post touchup. 

Monsoon Makeup Survival Kit 

No one can predict when the rain will pour, but one can surely be prepared. You don’t need to lug around your entire vanity to keep you glowing through the day. All you need is a few makeup essentials to get through a humid rainy day. Here are the must-haves for your monsoon makeup kit to get you through the season! 

• Compact or Pressed powder for that quick touch up

• 3-in-1 Quench Tint, the multitasking hero that brings out that romantic flush of the season 

• Batua Pocket Lipstick, touch up your lips in style

• Blotting Papers to remove excess oil before touching up 

• High Hopes Tubing Mascara for smudge-resistant lashes that stay lifted through humidity and unexpected drizzles. 

Makeup Mistakes to Avoid This Rainy Season

Even the best makeup routine can struggle in humid weather if you make a few common mistakes. Avoid these monsoon beauty blunders to keep your makeup looking fresh all day.

• Don't over-powder. Applying too much powder can leave your skin looking dry, cakey, and uneven. Instead, powder only the areas that tend to get oily.

• Don't skip moisturiser. Hydrated skin creates a smoother canvas for makeup and helps prevent excess oil production throughout the day.

• Avoid heavy, full-coverage foundations. Thick formulas are more likely to separate and feel uncomfortable in humid weather. Opt for lightweight, breathable coverage instead.

• Don't rub your eyes. If your eyes get wet, gently pat them dry instead of rubbing to avoid smudging your kajal, eyeliner, or mascara.

• Keep your hands off your face. Constantly touching your face transfers oil and bacteria, which can break down your makeup and contribute to clogged pores.

The clouds may be gloomy, but your makeup doesn’t have to be. Embrace the monsoon with a fresh glow and power through the storms with LoveChild by your side. Our products are crafted with skin-friendly formulations that work across seasons. Choose from our wide range of shades curated to complement all Indian skin tones, and let your makeup be your little sparkle of joy on the rainiest of days! Now that you have our curated monsoon beauty tips, go on and dance through the drizzles and let your glow shine through rain or shine with LoveChild by your side!