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makeover a hangover
Keep these beauty staples in your desk drawer for the morning after...
Face base: “A face brightener will give you an instant, subtle glow,” says make-up artist Noni Smith.Our pick? Beauty Flash Balm, $57, by Clarins, 02 9663 4277.
Concealer: “Concealer under the eyes helps erase dark circles,” says Smith. Try Illuminating Concealer, $58, by Stila, 1800 007 844.
Eyes: “Eyedrops refresh and reduce redness,” notes Smith. Try Preservative Free Eye Drops, $3.45 for 5, by Refresh, 02 9498 0100. “Also, a white pencil along the lower inner rims of the eyes will brighten tired peepers.” Try Soft Kohl Kajal Eye Pencil in Pure White, $7.95, by Rimmel, 1800 812 663. “Finish with two coats of mascara for extra definition,” says Smith. We love Diorshow Waterproof Mascara in Black by Night, $49, by Dior, 02 9695 4800.
Bronzing powder: Fake a glow. “Use bronzer all over, including the eyelids,” says Smith. Try Bronzing Powder in Aloha, $35, by Bloom, 03 9421 0200.
Lips: “After a night out, you want to look fresh-faced and natural, so skip the lipstick,” says Smith. Choose Tinted Lip Conditioner in Petting Pink, $28, by M.A.C, 03 9825 0101.
Luminiser: “Apply on top of cheek and brow bones to brighten the eye area,” says Smith. Try Shimmering Skin Perfector in Opal, $60, by Becca, 02 8399 1274.
Hair: Gently brushing hair will rid it of last night’s product. Opt for the Pocket Bristle & Nylon Hair Brush, $94.95, by Mason Pearson, 03 8587 4700. Dry shampoo is an instant oil remover, says hairstylist Brad Ngata. Try Gentle Shampoo, $13.50, by Klorane, 1800 678 302. If you have time, he says, “After shampooing, apply a leave-in treatment and put your hair into a high ponytail so it looks fresh.” Try Vivecap Hair Energising Complex, $24.95, by Goldwell, 1800 506 060 and Colourfast Snagless Elastics, $4.99 for 18, by Lady Jayne, 1800 651 146.
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