Don’t let the Tammy Faye Baker (RIP) effect ruin your makeup when you need a good cry. Check out these products that can stand a downpour of tears as well as techniques to keep your makeup up when your emotions hit.

Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes, $17 at Sephora

Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes is my HG (holy grail) eyeliner! Mat Black 0L is a black black that defines the eyes and won’t budge even on the waterline. I’ve been using this liner for maybe 2 years now and have to attest to its staying powers even most recently as I sat in a movie theatre and cried all through out Michael Jackson’s This Is It. It removes easily when you want it to with a gentle cleanser, makeup remover, or makeup wipes.

Make Up For Ever Face and Body Liquid Makeup, $42 at Sephora

Don’t underestimate this foundation’s powers just by judging its watery consistency because it actually packs quite a punch! It comes in 19 shades and gives the skin such a beautiful sheen. Just try and cry it off. For maximum effect with any foundation, be sure to use a foundation primer (Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer and IMAN Cosmetics Under Cover Agent Oil Control Primer are good ones) after you moisturize.

MAC Paint, $16.50 at Nordstrom

MAC Paint was the first Primer Potion when it came to making sure your eyeshadow stayed put. Apply a bit of this in a shade close to your skin tone (or one close to your eyeshadow color for major pop-age) all over your eyelid (you can even use your finger) and then apply your shadow before it dries. It will be really hard for your eye makeup to wash away with this stuff on–trust me, I’ve cried even the ugliest of cries and still had beautiful eyes afterward aside from the redness.

DiorShow Black Out Waterproof Mascara, $24 at Sephora

I’m not a fan of waterproof mascara because it can dry out my lashes and can make them come out in clumps, but if it’s absolutely necessary, I turn to DiorShow Black Out Waterproof Mascara. For special occasions (like weddings), I prefer wearing lashes. Check out How to Get Luxurious Lashes for tips on how to wear fake lashes.

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