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Summer is here and New York City can be a very humid place for you and your makeup! It’s a time where makeup can easily slide off, smudge or fade away. A trip to the beach could wreak havoc on your makeup. During this time of year consider wearing waterproof makeup. Make sure to avoid a makeup meltdown by choosing products that are budge proof and long-lasting.

Types Of Waterproof Makeup:

1) Waterproof Sunscreen - Make sure it has UVA/UVB protection. Wear this when at the beach or poolside. Be sure to still re-apply after prolonged exposure to water just to be on the safe side.

2) Waterproof bronzer – Avoid the harmful rays and stay sun-kissed with tarte’s matte waterproof “park ave princess“.  It features tarte’s high-performance natural™ ingredients like vitamins and minerals, but it’s also formulated without talc, oil, and paraben-free. In the past, waterproof complexion products irritated the skin and clogged pores.

3) Waterproof Eyeliner - Try a waterproof gel liner, like tarte’s new Amazonian White Clay infused, emphasEYES™ shadow/liner in a pot. Using the thin side of the double-ended brush that’s included, define eyes with small strokes into the upper lash line.  For a more dramatic and smoky look, use the other side of the brush. Whether you are on the beach, walking to the office, or out in a sizzling club, this liner will not budge!

4) Waterproof Mascara – Typically waterproof mascara is extremely harsh and drying on the lashes. Steer clear of chemical based ingredients and look for a natural waterproof mascara with plant exptracts that nourishes lashes and stays put!

5) Lip Stain - Lip stains of the past all seemed to have dark un-summer like hues. Lately, brands like tarte have proven that lip stains could come in summery hues of cherry, candy pink, coral, and nude. Give your summer fling a kiss with tarte’s LipSurgence™ in amused!

Remember, since waterproof makeup cannot be removed with water, it requires special solvents for removal. These solvents are usually quite harsh, and will also remove the essential oils from the skin. Boscia’s Makeup Breakup Cool Cleansing Oil is a waterproof, oil-based cleanser that will remove all waterproof makeup from face, eyes, and lips without stripping or irritating the skin with ingredients like Willow Herb and Jojoba Leaf. No need to pull or tug on your skin with this cleaner. Tip: Just leave it on your skin for at least a minute while you gently massage in a circular motion. Boscia, like tarte is a natural brand without synthetic chemicals.

Enjoy the summer with great, long-lasting makeup! Most importantly, don’t forget your SPF each and every day!

***This article was written by Guest Contributor Brian Granoff of tarte cosmetics. To view Brian’s full bio and contact information click here!***