Concert-friendly makeup essentials that won’t budge all night long
For the wildest nights
Gearing up your makeup stash for an upcoming concert? These fool-proof beauty must-haves will ensure your glamorous beat stays put for hours on end.
A quintessential part of the concert experience is looking into the mirror after it’s over and being horrified at the state of your makeup. Screaming at the top of your lungs and head-banging (probably while sobbing too) may be cathartic for you, but not every look is built to withstand it. That said, you can live it up all day long and still look as snatched as ever so long as you have the right products—and we’re here to share them with you! Below, find all the makeup essentials you need for your next musical thrill.
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Foundation
Picking the right foundation is the ultimate key to avoid looking like you just ran a gruelling 500 kilometre marathon after a concert. YSL’s All Hours Foundation will give you a skin-like luminous matte finish with lightweight full coverage—and like the name states, it lasts all hours! Powder foundations are loved for their second skin effect, and Make Up Forever’s HD Skin Powder Foundation is one of the best picks on the market.
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Concealer
Of course, concealers are a must for a flawless base. While you want full coverage, concealers with thick formulas are generally not the best choice for sweaty and energetic affairs that go for long hours—it will crease before the first act even finishes their set. Instead, opt for something more creamy and weightless like Dior’s Forever Skin Correct High Perfection Concealer, which offers 24-hour wear and hydration that’s made to last in all conditions. Nudestix’s Nudefix Cream Concealer is also a great alternative, offering a buildable sheer to medium coverage that’s formulated to minimise texture.
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Brows
There’s a reason why Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Dipbrow Pomade has been a cult favourite for so long. It’s creamy, pigmented, waterproof, and stays perfectly put even in the most humid conditions—it’s a must-have. For those who prefer brow pencils, Bobbi Brown’s Defined Long-wear Brow Pencil works wonders as well.
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Contour
Fenty Beauty’s Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick is arguably one of the best contour products out there—trust us, you need it. Its long-wear formula not only offers a cream-to-powder finish that’s buildable, but it’s also lightweight and blends effortlessly! If you prefer a natural sculpted look, opt for Viseart’s Palette Six Highlight – Contour.
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Blush
A good blush can instantly transform your beat, making you look more alive and zestful even after a tiring rave. For a natural glowy flush, Chanel’s Water-Fresh Blush is the perfect pick. Alternatively, Patrick Ta’s Major Headlines Double-Take Crème and Powder Blush offers a bolder, more pigmented finish.
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Eyeliner
No one wants to look like a raccoon at a concert with their eyeliner smudged all over. That said, you can never go wrong with KvD Beauty’s Tattoo Liner, an award-winning liquid liner that’s waterproof and lasts all day. Tarte’s Tarteist Double Take Eyeliner is just as good, but with a creamy liner on the other end!
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Mascara
Similar to eyeliners, picking a long-wearing mascara for a concert is a must. Espressoh’s Mascara Intenso boasts an ultra volumising formula that will lengthen and curl without smudging all day. Huda Beauty’s Empowered Legit Lashes Two-in-One works great as well, offering major volume and length while feeling weightless.
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Lip liner
Lip liners are the key to fuller, plumper lips. Rare Beauty’s Kind Words Matte Lip Liner and Sisley’s Phyto-Lèvres Perfect are amazing picks, both being creamy, pigmented, smooth, and stays put from morning to night without smudging.
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Lipstick
It goes without saying that long-wearing and transfer-proof lipsticks are an absolute must—no one has the time to reapply their lipstick repeatedly while rocking their heads off! For a matte finish, Tom Ford’s Lip Lacquer Luxe boasts a rich soft-matte formula, while Mac Cosmetics’ Lustreglass Sheer-Shine Lipstick delivers a gloss-like lustrous finish that lasts for hours.
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Setting spray
Last but not least, setting spray! Your glamorous beat will be in safe hands with Benefit’s Porefessional Super Setter Makeup Spray or Hourglass’ Veil Soft Focus Effect Setting Spray, both instantly blurs pores with a radiant and hydrating finish that will lock in your makeup for long, long hours.
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