Create a daytime look with a touch of flair in less than 5 minutes.
Create a daytime look with a touch of flair in less than 5 minutes.
Create a daytime look with a touch of flair in less than 5 minutes.
To cut time, you can skip the concealer and apply an even coat of foundation instead, says New York City–based Evelyn.
TIME: 2 MINUTES
Play up eyes. Coat top and bottom lashes with mascara. Plus, “apply a single shade of shadow across your lid in one sweep,” says Evelyn.
TIME: 2 MINUTES
“Bronzer doesn’t give you glow; it gives hue,” says Evelyn. For true glow, opt for a golden powder luminizer on the tops of the cheeks instead.
TIME: 25 SECONDS
When in a rush, wear a lip stain in a standout hue. Skip the liner for a natural look . The only tool you’ll need is your finger.
TIME: 15 SECONDS
MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish Luminizer in Whisper of Gilt ($28, MAC locations).
Revlon Photoready Airbrush Mousse Makeup ($14, drugstores).
Chanel Blending Foundation Brush #7 ($54, Chanel counters).
CoverGirl Queen Collection Lash Fanatic Mascara ($7, drugstores).
Get glowing and gorgeous with this office appropriate look that’s as easy as 1-2-3.
Use stick foundation for quick spot coverage. Dab on and blend with fingers or a sponge.
TIME: 1 MINUTE
Hold a flat item at the corner of the eye. Next apply a smoky hue along the top edge for a finished line.
TIME: 2 MINUTES
For cheeks, no contouring needed. Just have a go-to shade that gives you a natural-looking flush.
TIME: 45 SECONDS
For a power pout, apply a neutral moisturizing lip color in a long-wearing formula with a brush.
TIME: 10 SECONDS
NYC New York Color City Proof 8 HR Lip Gloss in Coffee Break ($4, drugstores).
Dior 5-Colour Designer Artistry Palette in Navy Design ($59, dior.com).
Iman Second to None Stick Foundation in Earth 4 ($16, Ulta).
Lash Wand by Petrafied ($75, petraalexandra.com to order).
It’s important to squeeze in a fun night out every few weeks despite how busy you may be. With this easy look, you won’t have to spend half of your night in the mirror getting ready.
Apply concealer, then opt for light coverage with a tinted moisturizer for color and moisture in one shot.
TIME: 2 MINUTES
Pull skin taut when applying liner; it lets the pencil glide smoothly without missing spots, says Evelyn.
TIME: 30 SECONDS
Use blush on just the apples of the cheeks. It’s quick, youthful and perks up your face.
TIME: 10 SECONDS
Use deeply pigmented shadow as lip color for depth and texture, advises Evelyn. Choose color wisely.
TIME: 1 MINUTE
Make Up For Ever Lift Concealer ($22, sephora.com).
Simply Vera Vera Wang Transforming Shadow Duos ($20, Kohl’s).
Clinique Quickliner for Eyes Intense in Intense Plum ($15, clinique.com).
