Makeup Tips for Bad Weather

Chilly air, fog, dampness, even rain and snow. On one hand, this kind of weather gives your skin a break from summer's constant drying. On the other, humid conditions can smudge your makeup in the most unpleasant way. If you want your look to stay perfect all day long, it's all about using the right products.

Primer

Does your skin look as gray and pale as the gloomy sky outside your window? Let a primer help. It evens out your skin tone and gives it a healthier, fresher look.

The main reason to use a primer, though, is the instant smoothing effect — it fills in uneven texture, which helps your makeup last all day without caking in pores or settling into fine lines.

TIP: Try the Gold Anti-Wrinkle Make-up Base — it adds bounce and brightness to your skin.

Eyeshadow Base

Want flawless eyeshadow that lasts until nighttime? Don't skip the eyeshadow base. It evens out the tone of your lids, and because it adds nourishment and hydration, your eyelids won't dry out either.

A base also improves how eyeshadow adheres, keeping it in place for hours and preventing it from creasing in the eye folds. As a bonus, it boosts color intensity — your shadows look brighter and more pigmented.

Waterproof Mascara

You probably reach for waterproof mascara only in summer, to protect your makeup at the pool or the beach. But there's no reason to let it dry out in a drawer. Morning fog, rain, and snow are practically begging you to use it — after all, mascara should stay on your lashes, not around them.

Volume Mania Mascara from Dermacol is a waterproof volumizing mascara that adds spectacular volume and density in just a few strokes. The long-lasting texture coats lashes evenly without clumping and is highly resistant to water, humidity, and tears. Deep black pigments give your lashes striking color for a hypnotic look, while the specially shaped dense brush covers every lash from the root and helps condition them too.

Kissproof Lipstick

What else is there to say? A kissproof lipstick will survive bad weather, brunch, and a passionate date. Long-wearing formulas can be a little drying, though, so keep caring for your lips with scrubs and moisturizers. In this weather, 16H Lip Colour is a necessity.

Foundation

Dermacol's Make-up Cover certainly belongs among the long-lasting foundations — just keep in mind it's extremely high-coverage, so it's more of a special-occasion pick than an everyday one. If you want a foundation that lasts all day without feeling heavy, choose Caviar Long Stay Make-up. It has a silky texture with plenty of coverage, and it stands up to the weather beautifully as long as you pair it with a primer and fixing powder. This long-lasting makeup with caviar extract performs on a truly professional level.

Fixing Powder

Fix, fix, fix. A fixing powder extends the wear and reliability of your whole look. Choose a shade from white to beige depending on your skin tone or foundation. Every time you dust powder over your makeup, you add a protective layer — just don't overdo it. Everything in moderation.

Mini FAQ

What matters most for makeup that survives rain and fog?
Layering: primer first, then a long-lasting foundation, then fixing powder. Each layer helps the next one stay put.

Is waterproof mascara okay for everyday winter wear?
Absolutely — fog, drizzle, and snow are exactly what it's made for, not just beach days.

Where to buy

You'll find all of these weatherproof helpers at fabledlook.com — we ship internationally, and if you're unsure what suits your skin, just message us.