Description

At the end of the work day, filled with tightdeadlines, back-to-back meetings, lunch on the run, you finallyhave a look in the mirror and step back gasping in horror!!! Who isthat sad woman staring back at you? Shiny face, eyeliner smudgedunder the eyes, a vague reminder of what used to be lipstick thismorning, no colour in your cheeks... People had to look at thisface all day? You certainly know how annoying it is when makeupfades or smudges throughout the day.

If you’re always pressed for time and just can't spare much toapply your morning makeup, or have a habit of over-sleeping butcan’t imagine the thought of walking into work without some makeupon your face, this may just be the coolest makeup routine ever foryour new morning.
Of course, you will need to the right tools to perform a full faceof makeup in just 3 minutes so next time you're out pick up thesegoodies and toss them into your new “3 minute makeup bag.”
It is especially frustrating when you have an after-work date. Aquick touch-up is all it takes to revive your makeup, but do youknow what to do without messing up what you've already got on?Follow the tips below for a flawless finish in no time.
• If you have oily skin, lightly dab away the excess oil with atissue or blotting paper.
• Remove all of your lipstick. Apply a layer of lip balm. Alltraces of lipstick will combine with the oils of the balm andeasily wiped off with a tissue. If your lips feel dry, applyanother light layer of balm as a base for lipstick.
• Smooth out the existing foundation and blush with a clean spongeor brush. Use a gentle buffing motion, making sure to smooth thingsas you go, without removing all of your makeup.
• Apply a little extra concealer under the eyes to lighten andfreshen up your face.
• Apply more blush. You can choose a more intense colour fornight.
• Dust on a light layer of translucent powder over the face.
• Touch up the eyeliner. Use the corner or side of your makeupsponge to remove any evidence of smeared eyeliner, then line theeyes again, building up to the intensity you desire.
• If your eye shadow tends to crease throughout the day, blot thearea gently with a tissue or blotting paper. Forget about theneutral tones you used for the office! Choose colour and shimmerfor your night out! Any range of deep and smoky colours will workto amp up your makeup. Look for dark greys, plum or brown eyeshadows.
• Apply another layer or two of mascara, just make sure you areusing a mascara that works well with layering, since some of themcan get flaky and clumpy if you apply a new coat at the end of theday.
• Finally, reapply your lipstick. Now is the time to go for a boldcolour like Red, Plum or Maroon.
• If you want extra sparkle, add a touch of lip gloss on top ofyour lipstick.

Depending on just how pressed for time you are, you can also addeye liner to shape the eyes, line your lips, or fill in/shape thebrows with a pencil or powder. These steps were purposely left outbecause they are typically the most time consuming and the mostcostly time-wise when you make a mistake.