Let me begin by adding that this is also a list of quick fixes for anyone who doesn't like to apply a lot of makeup. For the most part, I fall into that category. I don't like to go out without any makeup because I just don't feel confident without a little something, but I rarely have the inclination or the time to do much. Quickly dealing with your problem areas and, even more importantly, always playing up your best features is the way to go. You'll feel awesome as well as comfortable, and you'll look just lovely!
1 Hide Your Tired Eyes with Just a Little Eyeliner
You don't have to use white, either, although that's usually the go-to tip. Instead, go for a pencil several shades lighter than your skin tone. Whatever nude works for you, from peach to warm tan to a rich dark brown. Line your water line and it will open up your eyes and make them look far less tired, but still natural.
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2 Spritz Some Water Mist
Hydrated skin is happy, vibrant skin, so mist your face every so often – but especially when you first wake up. A fine mist won't even disturb whatever makeup you choose to wear.
3 Draw Attention to Your Lips
Brighten them up in seconds. Using your favorite shimmery shadow in a shade that complements your luscious mouth, and dab a little in the middle of your upper and lower lips.
4 Exfoliate Right off the Bath
Exfoliating the night before or in the morning, whenever you shower or take a bath, will make your skin look bright and vibrant.
5 Stimulate Your Skin in the Morning
Try a mask, toner, or cleanser that uses spearmint, ginseng, or something else that will wake up your skin and give you a tingle.
6 Make Your Whites Whiter
The whites of your eyes, that is – a few anti-inflammatory eye drops will brighten up your pretty peepers and make you look wide awake.
7 Soap up with Something Fresh Perk Yourself up with a Five-minute
For instance, a quick bath – even a quick face wash – with a fresh, minty soap that will wake up your skin.
8 Get a Little Tan
Well, be smart about it. Spend time outside for the vitamin D but make sure you use sunblock – you'll still pick up
9 Try a Moisturizing Face Mask
Do it the night before or before you start getting ready for the day. Go with something that plumps your skin for a little extra glow.
10 Hide under-eye Circles with a the Right Concealer
Something with pink undertones may neutralize those circles a bit better, whatever the dominant shade.
11 Make Your Lips a Little Smoother
It's easy, just use an old, soft-bristled toothbrush and very gently brush it over your lips.
12 Set Your Makeup with Moisturizer
If you're wearing day makeup and it's been a quick routine, feel free to apply a very light layer of moisturizer over your face. Pat it on, don't rub it on, and do keep it light.
13 Protect Your T-zone from Shine
How? It's easy. Apply a mattifying lotion there before applying any makeup.
14 Mix Your Makeup for a Versatile Fix
Specifically, combine one part of your foundation with an equal amount of liquid illuminator. Using just your fingertips, massage the mixture over your face. That might just be all you need!
15 Use Lip Gloss as a Quick Highlighter
Make it pearly and iridescent, and feel free to slick it over your cheekbones and your brow bones as well as your lips.
16 Use Your Color Wheel for Quick Spot Coverage
That is, counteract the redness of your pimples with a yellow-based concealer. That should do the trick.
17 Look for Liner with a Little Shimmer
If you wear eyeliner, something with metallic or shimmery flecks will help brighten up your eyes, too.
