You’re guaranteed at least two things when you live in Atlanta: traffic—even if you’re “just going down the road”—and serious summer heat.
Thankfully, the rise of podcasts and audiobooks has been a savior to Atlantans who need something (anything) to keep them company on their commutes. As for the untamable temps, we’ve got you covered with these sweatproof beauty products that promise to keep your face unfazed. Go ahead, add to cart. You’ll thank us later.
Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip + Cheek Blush Stain ($26)
A blush stain that doubles as a lip tint? Talk about efficiency. This powerhouse packs a punch with its long-lasting, waterproof formula that stands the test of time and summer heat. The easy-to-use lip and cheek tint is offered in seven cheery hues with a hydrating, bouncy jelly texture that’s equal parts refreshing and sweat-resistant. It also acts as skincare with ingredients like vegan collagen and aloe. Can’t find your color? Try Milk’s new pH-adaptive pink shade.
Ulta Buckhead Station Shopping Center
404.266.3559
ulta.com
@ultabeauty
Double Wear Foundation ($52)
With thousands of five-star reviews, Estée Lauder’s signature Double Wear foundation continues to be the go-to for achieving an unbudgeable base. All skin types and tones (56 shades, to be exact) can enjoy the luxury of the 24-hour full-coverage and waterproofing this pick provides. It’s all the good (humidity resistant, won’t clog pores) without the bad (fragrance, parabens, phthalates).
Sephora Buckhead
404.467.9565
sephora.com
@sephora
Perma Precision Liquid Eyeliner ($35)
Another award winner from Pat McGrath Labs—a brand beloved by celebs like Atlanta’s own Cardi B, Taylor Swift and more—this velvety matte liquid eyeliner comes in two tones, black and brown, and is durable from dawn to dusk. The brains behind this beauty must-have is Dame Pat McGrath, one of the most celebrated editorial and runway makeup artists, who was deemed “the most influential makeup artist in the world” by Vogue. We’d like to see Georgia’s heat argue with that.
Bluemercury Buckhead Market Place
404.467.9100
bluemercury.com
@bluemercury
Smudge-Proof Mascara ($41)
Your favorite locally owned skincare and beauty retailer also has your new favorite sweat-proof mascara. This trusty sidekick from Bobbi Brown gives you all the volume, curl and length without giving way to the summer heat and humidity. Its gel-based, waterproof formula glides on smoothly for a natural look with no clumps, flakes or smudges in sight. Not to mention, it’s fragrance-, paraben-, phthalate- and sulfate-free, and ophthalmologist tested, making it a prime pick for Atlantans with sensitive peepers.
Woo Skincare Peachtree Battle Shopping Center
404.477.5000
wooskincareandcosmetics.com
@wooatlantaga
On ’Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray ($34)
There’s a reason Beyoncé trusted this savvy setting spray to lock in her look for the Renaissance World Tour. It preserves your makeup like a masterpiece at the Louvre. With a fine aerosol mist, the weightless, award-winning formula controls oil with witch hazel, visibly blurs pores with green tea extract and keeps everything in its place for up to 16 hours thanks to a flex hold polymer blend. Atlanta’s humidity doesn’t stand a chance against this proven favorite.
Sephora Buckhead
404.467.9565
sephora.com
@sephora
