Rainy Days Makeup? These Mascaras Are Built to Last

Is there anything more frustrating than stepping out with a full beat, only for the rain to mess it all up? The moment it starts pouring, your eyes are usually the first part of your makeup to fall apart. Sometimes, your makeup might even be waterproof — maybe you’ve sprayed on one of those long-lasting setting sprays that claim to hold everything in place — but once you’re caught in the rain, you start seeing two black streams running down your cheeks. That’s when you start blaming the spray, but really, the problem is your mascara.

With the kind of weather we’ve been having in Nigeria lately — rain showing up without any warning — your lashes need more than just any regular mascara. You need something stronger. This is where weatherproof mascaras come in. They’re built to hold up against sweat, humidity, and those surprise downpours that catch you off guard. The best part? Some of the best ones are actually made right here at home.

Nigerian Brands
Nigerian beauty brands have been stepping up in a big way, and their mascaras are no exception. These mascaras are known for their longevity and stronghold.

Zaron’s Lengthening Mascara

Zaron cosmetics

It gives the a beautiful extension, the wand is designed to lift every strand of the lash and give definition without clumping, and more importantly — it doesn’t budge.

Soro Soke Lengthening and Voluminizing Mascara 

Nuban beauty

 As the name implies, it brings drama — in a good way. Bold volume, intense black pigment, and a formula that resists water and smudges, perfect for a rainy weather.

Eyetension Mascara 

Yanga beauty

It’s known for giving that natural lash extension look, it separates and elongates each lash. The formula is water-resistant, so your lashes stay curled and lifted all day.

Tara False Eyelash Effect Mascara

House of Tara

For those who like their lashes thick, bold and still want that long-lasting effect, House of Tara’s Volumizing Mascara comes through with a strong pigment that delivers. It builds nicely without making your lashes feel heavy or stiff, which is very helpful for the weather.

Zikel High Impact Mascara

Zikel cosmetics

This one promises all-day wear with major volume, clump-free and most importantly smudge-proof. It holds up impressively well in Nigeria’s humid climate and sudden downpours.

With so many homegrown options, you don’t have an excuse to skip mascara application just because the weather is unpredictable. The secret is to find a formula that not only delivers on volume, length, or curl — but also water resistance.

Final Thoughts
So, the next time it looks like rain, don’t panic. Your outfit might need an umbrella, but your lashes won’t — they’ve got their armor on. Thanks to these Nigerian-made mascaras, you can stay flawless and put-together, come rain or shine.