The Olympics 2024 has just started, and everyone’s glued to their screens, cheering for their favourite athletes. Among all the amazing performances, synchronised swimmers are definitely grabbing our attention.
These athletes move through the water with such elegance, but we’ll admit – our biggest question is, “How does their makeup stay perfect underwater?”
If you’re curious too, you’re in for a treat! We’ve got the scoop on the smudge-proof, waterproof beauty tricks that keep them looking flawless, even while they’re making a splash.
Let’s dive in!
Oriane Jaillardon’s Go-To Eyeliner
View this post on Instagram
French synchronised swimmer Oriane Jaillardon has perfected the art of keeping her makeup flawless under challenging conditions. To keep her look spot-on throughout her routines, she relies on dependable, long-lasting products made to handle water and movement.
One product she uses is the Make Up For Ever Aqua Resist Color Pencil Eyeliner (S$42). It offers a silky texture and delivers an intense, saturated, waterproof colour that stays put no matter what.
This eyeliner combines the vibrant colour intensity of a liquid liner with the convenience of a pencil, offering 24-hour wear and excellent waterproof performance.
Laura and Charlotte Tremble’s Makeup Favourites
View this post on Instagram
Laura and Charlotte Tremble, sisters and French Olympic artistic swimmers, shared that during performances, they need to express their emotions, and their makeup plays a crucial role in conveying these feelings.
They count on Aqua Resist Brow Fixer (S$35.10) and Aqua Resist Brow Filler (S$33.70) to make sure their brows stay flawless during their routines.
The Brow Fixer keeps their brows in place, no matter how much they move or splash, while the Brow Filler adds depth and definition. Together, these products ensure their brows look sharp and polished throughout their entire performance.
For lipstick, they use the Rouge Artist For Ever Matte (S$40), an ultra-lightweight, transfer-proof liquid matte that leaves their lips smooth and comfortable. One swipe delivers vibrant colour that lasts for up to 24 hours.
To set their makeup in place, Make Up For Ever’s MIST & FIX (S$53 for 100ml, S$27 for 30ml) does the trick. This setting spray hydrates, primes, sets, and refreshes their makeup with just one spray, ensuring it stays in place for 24 hours.
Daniella Ramirez’s Makeup And Skincare Secrets
Her Must-Have Eyeliner
@annadramirez WHAT DID I TELL YALL. @KVD BEAUTY NEW + IMPROVED tattoo liner is my ride-or-die liner in the pool and shower. I love you guys and I always want to give you the best recs 🤧❤️ #KVDPartner #KVDDareToTry
US Olympic synchronised swimmer Daniella Ramirez shared that her ride-or-die eyeliner is the KVD Tattoo Liner Liquid Eyeliner (S$37).
She confidently shared that she wore it throughout her entire routine and warm-up session, and it stayed flawless the whole time.
Giving a chef’s kiss at the end of the video, it shows just how indispensable this eyeliner is in her routine. Plus, she even showed that the liner is still on even after a quick shower!
How She Takes Care of Her Skin
@annadramirez Trying something new! These are all my current skincare products that im filtering through. #skincare #skincareroutine #skincareproducts #nighttimeroutine #nighttimeskincare
Having to swim for hours with makeup on can really take a toll on your skin. Hence, a good skincare routine is essential to keep your complexion healthy and refreshed. Here’s Daniella Ramirez’s nightly skincare routine to maintain her glow and ensure her skin stays in top shape.
Clinique’s Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm (S$67) easily dissolves even the toughest makeup and sunscreen without leaving any residue. Its lightweight, non-greasy formula cleanses your skin thoroughly while keeping it hydrated and rinses off completely, leaving your face fresh and glowing.
And according to her, it’s incredibly effective—she swears it effortlessly removes every bit of waterproof makeup.
CeraVe’s Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser (S$31.40) is a comfortable, foaming cleanser that’s gentle on the skin with a non-drying formula. Perfect for normal to dry skin types, it gives you the benefits of a foaming cleanser while keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Dermalogica’s Daily Microfoliant (S$112) is a gentle rice-based powder that brightens and smooths your skin while unclogging pores. It’s mild enough to use every day and activates with water to become a creamy foam.
As it foams up, it releases papain and salicylic acid, which help reduce blackheads, even out skin texture, and lighten dark spots.
Tula’s Triple Hydra Complex day & night serum (~S$64.40) is her go-to for plumper-looking skin. It’s clinically proven to lock in moisture for 24 hours and uses a Triple-Hydra Complex™ with three types of hyaluronic acid and polyglutamic acid to hydrate and plump your skin.
This lightweight serum also improves skin firmness and reduces fine lines, making it a perfect base for makeup. Use twice daily for healthier, more hydrated skin.
Kiehl’s Hydro-Skin Plumping Serum Concentrate (S$95) is designed to keep the skin looking bouncy and smooth. This serum penetrates up to 10 layers deep to reduce fine lines and improve skin texture.
Infused with Epidermal Hydration Filler and 15% glycerin, it uses Serum-to-Liquid Technology™ to boost hydration and enhance skin’s smoothness and elasticity.
Eye Love You Eye Serum is the only eye serum you’ll ever need. Packed with revitalising Swiss ingredients, it tackles puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines around your eyes. It helps you achieve well-rested, fresh-looking eyes.
Ideal for all skin types and ages, TULA Skin Care’s 24-7 Moisture Hydrating Day and Night Cream (S$142) helps prevent early signs of ageing while keeping your skin hydrated.
This cream reduces fine lines and boosts skin’s elasticity with naturally derived probiotics and superfoods for a glowing, youthful look. Plus, it comes in a travel-sized tub – so convenient!
Yours’ Pimple Patches (S$17.93) are so invisible, you can wear makeup over them without anyone noticing. It’s a hydrocolloid acne patch packed with niacinamide, designed to treat zits while blending seamlessly into your skin.
