Make Up For Ever
Brand founder Dany Sanz created the Aqua line in the ‘90s when French Olympic swimmer and friend, Muriel Hermine, was on the hunt for colorful, waterproof shades. The tradition continues today with the latest cream shadow and eyeliner range tested at the Make Up For Ever Open, an international synchronized swim meet held every spring in Montreuil, France.
At the London Olympics: Keep your eyes peeled for the Canadian team’s glittering look created with these Make Up For Ever products.
Make Up For Ever Aqua Cream eye shadow, $23 and Aqua Eyes liner, $18 each
L’Oréal Paris
The Infallible Eye Shadow collection is a favorite of brand ambassador and athlete Aimée Mullins, who competed at the 1996 Paralympics as a double leg amputee. These velvet-like shadows are super-blendable and endured a long run in 90 degree temperatures without settling into creases and fine lines.
L’Oréal Paris Infallible Eye Shadow, $8
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It Cosmetics
The only bronzer we tested that didn’t go muddy when mixed with sweat. This rendition by It Cosmetics is chockfull of anti-aging peptides, hyaluronic acid, green and white teas. A warm blush and light-reflecting highlighter are also included; all three are waterproof.
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Bobbi Brown
These no-budge, eye-brightening shadows give you 15 different options for an au naturel eye. For sheer color, dab and blend with finger tips, or brush on with a cream shadow brush for deeper saturation. The formula is ophthalmologist-tested and safe for contact lens wearers who may otherwise be easily irritated by cream-based eyeshadows.
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow, $24
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TopShop
For lip color doesn’t stray, nothing beats a classic stain. TopShop’s marker version infuses lips with rice bran wax, quenching shea butter and castor oil. Draw the outline first then color in between the lines. Slick an SPF lip balm over top for hydration and protection.
TopShop Lip Marker, $15
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Mary Kay
This waterproof mascara is triathlete-tested, holding up to the rigors of back-to-back swimming, biking and running waves. The flexible formula is rich in panthenol and vitamin E to guard against flaking. Testers found that two or three light strokes wore better than one heavy-handed application.
Mary Kay Waterproof Mascara, $10
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