Whether you're prepping for an onstage performance or primping for rehearsal, dancers need makeup that'll last. But smudge-proof products guaranteed to get you through a day of dancing can be hard to come by. That's why Dance Spirit rounded up some of our favorite long-lasting beauty products that'll stay on your face long after you've left the dance floor!
Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation
This Urban Decay foundation is perfect for performances that require full coverage. It works for the stage because it's designed to stay on no matter what you're doing (including 32 fouetté turns). The oil-free formula has a matte finish that actually absorbs oil, so that even when you're sweating up a storm, you won't actually look like you are. And a little bit goes a long way. Just be sure to thoroughly remove it when you're done because it really does stay put.
Mary Kay Eye Primer
When you're dancing, melting eyeshadow and eyeliner are the worst. It's just not pretty to see smudges all over the place. But a tiny dab of Mary Kay eye primer can fix that. Apply it to your upper and lower lids, and you'll be amazed by how well it keeps your eyeshadow and eyeliner in place.
Kat Von D Tattoo Liner
There are lots of eyeliners claiming to be long lasting, but as dancers we know that very few can stand the ultimate test of a full day of sweaty dance classes. Kat Von D's Tattoo Liner is the answer to all your eyeliner woes. This stuff is the next best thing to a tattoo because it actually stays put. Weather you're doing an extreme cat eye or just looking to accentuate your eyes with a simple line, this eyeliner allows precise and fluid application!
L'ORÉAL Voluminous Lash Paradise Waterproof Mascara
What's great about L'ORÉAL Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara is that on top of being waterproof, it actually adds volume and length to your lashes.It's the trifecta of mascaras! This formula is so dramatic that you can forget using false eyelashes for those big performances. This stuff really works.
Rimmel Provocolips Lip Color
Getting beauty products to stay on lips can feel more like Mission: Impossible than an actual beauty ritual! Between eating and talking, it's hard to find products that stay on your lips during a dance-less day, let alone a day filled with rehearsal or performances. But Rimmel Provocalips is a great product that won't transfer to your costume or anywhere else. One application of color, followed by one coat of the clear lip sealer formula, and you're good to go. You'll be especially glad you have this product when you have two-show days because there's no need to reapply anything.
Make Up For Ever Setting Powder
One of the best ways to make your makeup last is to apply setting powder. This specific powder is great for dancers because it blurs imperfections on the skin while keeping shine at bay. It's perfect for any skin tone and doesn't leave a cake residue like many powders tend to do.
NYX Matte Finish Setting Spray
Another key to long-lasting makeup is setting spray. This lightweight formula will keep your makeup in place without the sticky mess that a lot of sprays tend to leave. It's available in a matte, shine-free finish or a dewy glow. Spritz onto your face at the end of your regimen to make the color last all day.