Have you ever struggled to figure out how to apply a makeup look that works for both day and evening? Look no further. The key to day-to-night makeup is picking a palette of colors that can be boosted once you leave the office.
During the day, it's best to go with a neutral work-appropriate look, but you don't have to skimp on glamour. Just grab a few extra essentials, and you'll be able to amp up your glam in just a few minutes for a night out.
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1. Apply a neutral base
Your daytime look should be natural, so choose eye and cheek colors that are neutral or muted to keep the look professional. Tip: Most nude palettes also contain deeper shades that can be added when you're heading out to dinner.
Your daytime look should be natural, so choose eye and cheek colors that are neutral or muted to keep the look professional. Tip: Most nude palettes also contain deeper shades that can be added when you're heading out to dinner.
2. Add a flirty fringe (h/t Missy Lynn)
If you're comfortable applying false lashes, this is a quick way to instantly intensify your look without redoing your eye shadow.
If you're comfortable applying false lashes, this is a quick way to instantly intensify your look without redoing your eye shadow.
3. Intensify your lip color (h/t Christen Dominique)
Lipstick is the quick-change go-to that most of us reach for when shifting from day to evening. Deep, rich colors are more sultry and will enhance your evening look beautifully.
Lipstick is the quick-change go-to that most of us reach for when shifting from day to evening. Deep, rich colors are more sultry and will enhance your evening look beautifully.
4. Refresh your skin with mist
After a long day at your desk, your foundation can look a bit haggard. Carry a small spray bottle of hydrating mist in your purse, and spritz your face at the end of the day. Your skin will look fresh instantly.
After a long day at your desk, your foundation can look a bit haggard. Carry a small spray bottle of hydrating mist in your purse, and spritz your face at the end of the day. Your skin will look fresh instantly.
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5. Add a touch of finishing powder
Make the most of dimly lit restaurants by sweeping on a wash of finishing powder. It's a great way to create a mesmerizing glow.
Make the most of dimly lit restaurants by sweeping on a wash of finishing powder. It's a great way to create a mesmerizing glow.