Sometimes, by no choice of your own, you’ll find yourself weeping. Whether it’s triggered by chopping onions, the cold wintery air, or the final scene of the Notebook, your tears will start to stream, bringing your perfectly applied eye makeup down with them. This is why knowing how to stop watery eyes from ruining makeup is so essential- whether you consider yourself a “crier” or not. When our eyes get watery and our makeup is not prepared for it, all of the effort put into perfecting the flick and fluttery lashes goes to waste.
So, is there a way how to stop watery eyes from ruining makeup? Yes, in fact, there is. Keep reading for Eyeko’s guide to preparing your eye makeup for those tears that arrive when you least expect them.
What is the best makeup for watery eyes?
Before we start looking for the best makeup for watery eyes, let’s establish why your eyes may be streaming in the first place. If hayfever and emotions are out of the question, you may need to take a look at the ingredients in your eye makeup. Harsh fragrances and dyes can be irritating to our delicate eyes. Try eye products that have been designed with sensitivity in mind, such as the Limitless Lengthening Mascara. This particular formula is enriched with 80% natural origin ingredients, with oat-derived fibers to give a weightless extension with a barely-there feel while acai oil cares for sensitive lashes. This is the ideal mascara for those with sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.