Use these tried and tested waterproof makeup products for those special occasions - and don't let the tears spoil the photos!

Waterproof make up must be one of the best inventions ever. In wintertime with rain, wind and snow, it stays put. In summer time in hot, humid conditions, swimming or at the beach, it stays put. And at whatever time of year for those emotional special occasions of graduations, weddings and prom nights, it stays put. The secret to waterproof cosmetics is an ingredient called dimethicone copolyol, which has the ability to adhere to the skin or hair.

Waterproof makeup products are best saved for special occasions though and should not be worn as every day makeup. This is because being resistant to water, they need strong solvent to remove them. This makeup remover also removes the precious sebum oil in our skin that protects us from infection. Therefore excessive use can actually be damaging to our skin and lead to further complications.

Our selection of the best waterproof make up products available -

If you are new to waterproof cosmetics then go for the recently released Styli-Style Waterproof Makeup Essentials Kit. It contains everything you need to get you up and running for summer and at a 56% saving on the usual retail price. Styli-Style are well known for a revolutionary new line of cosmetic tools for women. With waterproof formulations that are silky smooth in application that either blend or seal on the eyes and lips, depending on your preference. Both formulas contain ingredients that moisturize and protect the skin from the harshness of the sun as well as dryness, and Vitamin E for anti aging results.
The set includes: Two L3 Lipstick/Lipglosses (sexy pink and pink quartz), one Line & Seal Lipliner (bare), two Line & Seal Eyeliners (black and purplestone), sharpener, a trial size of Styli-Style's new make up remover, and a Styli-Style make up bag to keep it all in!

Most of the major cosmetics brands including Clarins, Nina Ricci, and Toma Cosmetics produce a range of waterproof make up, most commonly eyeliners and mascara. Clinique is among the world's leading manufacturers of prestige makeup products. Its allergy-tested, 100% fragrance-free formulas are trusted by women throughout the world. Lancome have sixty years of experience, and an unparalleled knowledge of the skin, its mechanisms and specific needs. Backed by this unique expertise, they can develop high technology products, which combine performance, pleasure, safeness and creativity. Mirenesse have been awarded the Best Prestige Mascara - New Woman Beauty Awards. As seen on HSN, their "Secret Weapon" mascara coats each individual lash to curl and lengthen your lashes as it provides rich black color. And you don't have to worry about clumpy, flaking lashes - this waterproof mascara will not run or smudge. You apply it and forget it, no reapplication is ever needed.

Probably the most important waterproof makeup product we buy is sun protection cream. One of the best available is by Murad which provides extra protection for active individuals, both in and out of the water. Its enriched with Murad's patented Skin Repair System with Co-3(tm), this collagen-strengthening formula helps treat, repair, and prevent fine lines and wrinkles preserving skin balance, texture and tone. Another worth considering is by Dermalogica and is a waterproof solar spray that contains SPF25 and offers maximum protection against the sun. It also effectively prevents premature aging and hair breakage. It contains vitamins C and E to guard against free radical. It instantly retains skin moisture while conditioning.

And lastly, but by no means least, its important to invest in a makeup remover that safely removes waterproof makeup without causing too much damage to the skin. The best one we can recommend is the Biotherm Waterproof Makeup Remover. This incredible product is oil free and actually leaves the skin feeling refreshed and moisturized rather than distressed and dried out as is often the case after using conventional makeup removers.

So now your makeup bag is fully stocked with waterproof make up products, forget whether your looks will last or not - go out and have some fun this season!