8 Foolproof Ways To Take Your Make-Up From Day To Night

“If I know I’m going out in the evening, I’ll typically opt for less make-up during the day. This way, come evening, I can build on a minimal base. For example, applying liner over liner isn't a great look so just a hint of mascara in the day allows me to add liner and shadow later without having to fix or remove anything. This is especially important if you’re going to be short on time.” – Ashley Dayes, make-up artist 
 

“Keep a hydrating face mist in your bag. A spritz of this means you can take your look from day to night without needing to remove your base make-up. Not only will it add moisture and refresh your make-up, it’ll allow you to touch up your base products without them looking flat or dull – if you add a little extra powder, say.” – Ashley

“A simple brown pencil is such a versatile staple to have in your make-up bag. If you want a smudged liner, a smokey wash of colour or a feline flick, this allows you to do it all. My go-to technique is simple, yet full of impact: trace across the lash line, tight line the top and bottom waterlines, then gently smudge and diffuse the product using the warmth of your finger. It’s the secret to effortless, party-ready eyes.” – Alex Reader, make-up artist 

“Dab your classic bullet lipstick, liner or tinted gloss onto the apples of your cheeks for an extra hint of colour. It revives and lifts make-up that’s already been worn for several hours, restoring radiance back into your complexion. Don’t be shy, you can be generous.” – Alex 

“I like strip lashes in the evenings – applying them over your everyday make-up can add drama without having to layer mascara on top of mascara. Strip lashes also make it easier to remove your make-up at the end of the evening, as you can just whip them off without spending ages trying to break down layers of mascara.” – Ashley

“Be it cream or powder, bronzer can warm up your complexion, as well as contour to create a more sculpted effect. Sweep some along the cheekbones, jawline and temples for instant depth. Then, you can blend it across the eyelids and under the lower lash line for easy, sultry drama.” – Alex 

“As well as brightening up your under-eyes which may look a little tired after a day of work, concealer is also really useful for disguising the fact that your base might have slipped away. The skin dries out throughout the day and is therefore most dehydrated in the evening, so opt for a creamy, nourishing liquid formula to help with this when topping up.” – Ashley

“Finally, brush up those brows. The best way to do this is to use a brow gel to give them a slightly more defined look and to give maximum lift to the eye area. This will also make your make-up look fresher and your eyes more awake.” – Ashley

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