With summer approaching fast, visions of vacation plans are probably already taking root in your head. After you’ve booked your hotel and while you’re thinking of what swimsuits to pack, you can’t forget about your makeup products. With high heat indexes and water-based adventures, it’s important to pack the right products that’ll keep your makeup in place all day. That way you won’t have to spend any time applying and can just focus on enjoying yourself. Summer vacation calls for waterproof mascara, sunscreen and lip liners that won’t budge, which are especially helpful for when you’re sweating, swimming and exploring. Ahead, shop our top picks that will keep your makeup looking fresh all day long on vacation — starting at only $5.
- Created with polymer technology, this Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion will help your eyeshadow stick to your lids. It dries invisible to create a smooth, long-lasting base and prevents your makeup from creasing.
- This Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Primer is made with a makeup-gripping formula that will keep your glam set all day long while you’re out exploring the city. And since it’s only 1.8 ounces, you won’t have an issue getting it through TSA.
- Take a dive in this waterproof NYX Professional Makeup Epic Ink Liner without worrying about it smudging. The Amazon’s Choice product glides on effortlessly for a smooth, matte finish.
- I use this Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Stick as a primer during the summer. The slightly sticky formula helped my concealer and foundation stay on during a weeklong vacation in sunny Florida and the Bahamas. Plus, it absorbs well into my skin without leaving a white cast.
- Infused with SPF 15, this bareMinerals Original Loose Powder Foundation will protect your skin even if you’re out in the sun a lot. My 52-year-old mom swears by it, and this reviewer in her 60s loves using it in the summer for a fresh finish.
- The waterproof formula in this essence Lash Princess False Mascara lasts through swimming, sweat and even tears. It gives you a bold look without clumping or smudging for under $5.
- Eat and drink your way through vacation with this number one bestselling, waterproof Sacheu Lip Liner Stain that’s infused with vitamin E and hyaluronic acid. You should apply it around your lips and let it dry for optimal results.
- And you can use this nourishing e.l.f. Sun Boss Lip Gloss to complete your lips, as it’ll glide over the stain and leave a long-lasting pigment and shine. Plus, since it has SPF 25 in it, you won’t return home with sunburned lips.
- The pigment-packed, dewy formula in this under-$10 e.l.f. Camo Liquid Blush creates a look that lasts for hours. Over 2,000 people have purchased it in the past month, and reviewers say a little goes a long way and that it’s “on par” with much more expensive brands.
- There’s no need to cake on a bunch of products when you travel, and this Maybelline Dream BB Fresh Tint is a great multipurpose product you can use as foundation. It hydrates while also adding a layer of protection with SPF 30. Plus, it brightens, smooths, and blurs imperfections.
- This e.l.f. SPF 45 setting spray should be the final step in your makeup routine as it will grip to your makeup so it doesn’t budge. And the compact size means you can throw it in your bag and reapply throughout the day.
