High Impact™ Waterproof Mascara

Clinique High Impact™ Waterproof Mascara is the water-resistant version of Clinique's classic High Impact formula — same buildable approach to volume and length, but engineered to survive heat, humidity and an active day. Clinique says it holds off clumping, smudging and sweat, and the twisted wire brush combs each lash as it coats it.

Effect	Volume and length, buildable
Water resistance	Waterproof formula
Brush	Twisted wire, built to comb and separate
Resists	Clumping · smudging · sweat · humidity
Formula facts	Ophthalmologist, dermatologist & allergy tested · fine for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers · no fragrance, parabens or phthalates

What it actually does

• Builds from subtle to dramatic. Clinique designed it to layer, so the same tube gives you a your-lashes-but-better finish or something much bolder depending on how many coats you apply.
• Holds through heat and humidity. The waterproof formula is the point — it's made for long, active days rather than a quiet office.
• Resists clumping and smudging. The brand's claim is that the extra coats build density without the lashes sticking together or transferring under the eye.
• Separates as it coats. The twisted wire brush was shaped to comb through and define each lash individually.
• Cleared for sensitive eyes. Ophthalmologist tested under Clinique's eye safety standards, allergy tested, and fine with contact lenses.

How to use

1. Start at the roots. Place the brush at the lash base and wiggle upward toward the tips.
2. Add coats to build. Let each coat dry before the next — that's what prevents clumping.
3. Hold the wand upright for the lower lashes.
4. Don't pump the wand. Pushing it in and out forces air into the tube and dries the formula out faster.
5. Remove with your preferred Clinique makeup remover — waterproof formulas don't come off with water alone.

Questions

How is it different from the regular High Impact Mascara?

It's the same buildable, layerable approach to volume and length — the difference is that this version is waterproof, so it stands up to heat, humidity and sweat. The trade-off is that you'll need a makeup remover rather than just water to take it off.

Will it survive an Egyptian summer?

That's exactly the scenario it's formulated for — Clinique lists heat, humidity and an active day among the conditions it resists, along with sweat and smudging. Store the tube out of direct sun so the formula doesn't dry prematurely.

Why does my mascara go clumpy, and how do I avoid it?

Two habits cause most of it. Pumping the wand inside the tube pulls air in and thickens the formula, and applying a second coat before the first has dried makes lashes stick together. Avoid both and the twisted wire brush will keep lashes separated.

Can I wear it with contact lenses?

Yes — it's ophthalmologist tested, allergy tested and fragrance free, and Clinique clears it for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.

Delivery, payment and returns?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability; working days exclude weekends and official holidays. Pay by credit card, debit card, Instapay or mobile wallet — no cash on delivery. Returns are accepted for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery, and refunded to the original payment method within 15–30 days.