I’ve never worn make-up at a race. Just good sunscreen and maybe chapstick. I don’t wear mascara or eyeliner on a daily basis, only for special occasions. I will agree with some of the ladies- it is fun to paint your nails for a race though! It’s too bad there isn’t a more chlorine resistant type of nail polish out there… mine only seem to last about 1 session in the pool before peeling off