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July 28, 2015
Create your power look in just 10 minutes
“There just aren’t enough hours in the day” is something I find myself saying pretty much everyday. With over an hour-long commute in the morning and evening, a 9-5 job and (what I try to keep) a busy social life, there never seems to be anytime to just think about me. When I first started my job I used to get up half an hour earlier to do my make-up, when I realised how vital that extra half hour in bed was, my beauty regime soon became a train affair, and finally that quickly escalated into a bit of foundation and some mascara. However, we all know how important it is to look after our skin, plus you don’t find Karen Brady opting for the minimalist look every day. So here are 7 beauty products to create a 10 minute beauty regime perfect for the office.
Garnier Micellar Extra-Gentle Cleansing Wipes – £3.29 for 25 wipes (on offer £1.59)
At 6am in the morning the last thing you want to be thinking about is the wash, cleanse and tone routine. This is why a good pack of wet wipes is a must for your morning regime to remove any stubborn remains of mascara and to leave your skin feeling fresh. Garnier Micellar Extra-Gentle Cleansing Wipes removes make-up easily due to the micellar water and are a lot thicker than most so very soft and forgiving on the skin. What’s more you can grab a pack for £1.59 while they are on offer in Superdrug.
No 7 Essential Mositure Day Cream (50ml) – £9.50
When you first wake-up in the morning your skin often feels dry and tight. A thick moisturiser will re-hydrate your skin and also help any foundation sit better. Try No 7 Essential Moisture Day Cream to help you feel alert in the morning.
This product, although a little pricey, is a make-up bag must. This creamy concealer camouflages and brightens – perfect for dark circles under eyes. Only a small amount needs to be applied and therefore lasts for several months. The concealer comes in three different shades and is most effective when your finger tips are slightly warm.
Max Factor Skin Luminizer Foundation – £11.99
This foundation is perfect for giving a radiant finish. With radiance boosting particles, light bounces back off your skin meaning one layer will give you a flattering glowing finish.
Benefit Big Beautiful Eyes Palette – £25.50
There’s nothing better than a multi-functioning beauty product to help us save time in the mornings. In this compact eye palette you have a concealer that can be used to touch up any imperfections, two shimmering eye shadows and a dark shade which can be used as a soft-eyeliner to define your eyes. This product is perfect to keep in your workbag as the darker shades can easily transform your look from day to night.
Clinique Chubby Lash Fattening Mascara in Jumbo Jet – £17.50
This mascara is great for separating eyelashes. The plastic bristles mean the comb catches every single hair instantly giving you that wide-eyed ready to go look.
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact, Bronze – £33.00
This shimmering brush on powder will complete your look by creating a perfect all-over glow. It’s best to apply the shimmer on to your cheek bones to create the most flattering look.
Katy Ashford
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