6 Waterproof Mascaras For Smudge-Proof Lashes

Does your eye routine need a summer refresh?

By Danielle Fontana Dooley, Associate Director, Digital Content · Apr 13, 2022

As the temps begin to rise, the likelihood of smudged mascara and dreaded raccoon eyes follow. These six waterproof mascaras not only deliver on the smudge-proof front, but also offer up some serious lengthening and volumizing benefits to your fringe, too.

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The superslim brush tip on Benefit BADGal BANG! Waterproof Mascara ($27) ensures every last lash is reached, lifted and lengthened.

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Not even a double cleanse stands in the way of Caliray Come Hell or High Water Volumizing Tubing Mascara‘s ($24) staying power.

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A best-seller for a reason, Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara ($13) delivers virtually zero clumps, just long, perfectly fluttery fringe.

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Everyone’s favorite mascara made waterproof, Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara ($27) is a makeup-bag mainstay for fluffy, supermodel-worthy lashes.

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For perfectly curled lashes that last through the heat, Dior Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Waterproof Mascara ($29.50) can’t be beat.

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It takes a standout formula to top the Amazon best-seller list time and time again. Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Waterproof Mascara’s ($5) results speak for themselves at a price you can’t beat.

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