Beauty tips: No more smudges, master monsoon eye makeup with these easy hacks

Makeup tips: Choose pencil eyeliners over liquid ones, as they tend to withstand humidity better. Sharpen your pencil liner for a precise application, then draw a smooth line along your lash line (Image: Canva)

During the rainy season, eye makeup needs extra care as humidity can smudging, creasing, and running, turning a perfect look into a mess. Using waterproof formulas, primers, and setting sprays helps keep your makeup in place, ensuring a fresh look despite the weather.

Try these simple hacks to keep your eyes looking fabulous all day:

Primer: Start with an eyeshadow primer to create a smooth base and prevent creasing. After cleansing your eyelids, apply a small amount of primer across the entire eyelid, blending it evenly. This step ensures that your eyeshadow adheres better and lasts longer, even in humid conditions.

Waterproof: Opt for waterproof mascara and eyeliner to resist smudging and running. When applying waterproof mascara, wiggle the wand at the base of your lashes and sweep upwards. For eyeliner, draw a thin line close to your lash line and allow it to set for a few seconds before blinking to avoid transfer.

Creams: Use cream eyeshadows instead of powder ones; they tend to last longer in humidity. Apply a small amount of cream eyeshadow with your fingertip or a flat brush, blending it out evenly across your eyelid. Cream formulas adhere better to the skin and are less likely to crease or fade in humid weather.

Spray: Apply a setting spray over your eye makeup to lock it in place for extended wear. After completing your eye makeup, hold the setting spray about 8-10 inches away from your face and mist it lightly over your eyes. This step helps to set your makeup and adds an extra layer of protection against humidity.

Powder: Lightly dust translucent powder over your eyelids after applying eyeshadow to absorb excess moisture. Using a fluffy brush, apply a small amount of translucent powder over your eyelids. This technique helps to set the eyeshadow and reduce any oiliness that could cause creasing or fading.

Keep it simple: Keep minimal layers of product to reduce the chance of smudging. Stick to essential products and avoid layering too many eyeshadows. A single wash of colour with a hint of liner and mascara is often enough for a polished look that withstands humidity.

Pencils: Choose pencil eyeliners over liquid ones, as they tend to withstand humidity better. Sharpen your pencil liner for a precise application, then draw a smooth line along your lash line. Pencil liners are less likely to smudge or run compared to liquid formulas in humid conditions.

Layering: Layer your products; start with a base shadow, add your main colour, and finish with a top layer for better staying power. Begin with a neutral base shade across the entire lid, follow with your main colour, and then add a slightly darker shade in the crease. This layering technique helps build intensity and durability.

Sealed: Seal your eyeliner with a matching eyeshadow to enhance its longevity. After applying your eyeliner, use a small angled brush to press a matching eyeshadow over the line. This step helps to set the eyeliner and prevent it from smudging or fading.

Touch-ups: Carry blotting papers or powder for quick touch-ups to manage any oiliness or shine. Throughout the day, use blotting papers to absorb excess oil around your eyes. Alternatively, a compact powder can help to mattify and refresh your makeup.