Beauty Tricks To Help You Look Well Rested

“For years, make-up artists have said a white eyeliner will brighten tired eyes. However, I prefer to use a nude tone, like Sweed’s Satin Kohl Eyeliner in ‘Bright’. It’s more natural looking and not too glaring. Run it along the bottom waterline to neutralise any redness. It will enhance the whites of your eyes and give them a fresher look.”

“The skin around our eyes is prone to darkness – often as a result of dehydration at this time of year. Using a vitamin C eye cream won’t just strengthen this delicate skin, it will boost luminosity. I rate Drunk Elephant’s C-Tango Multivitamin Cream. It instantly boosts hydration and radiance – I swear by it.”

“Sometimes concealer alone isn’t enough to cover dark circles and hide signs of tiredness. In addition, I recommend using correctors to neutralise dark shadows and pigmentation, like Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Vanish. Just a small amount gives your eyes and skin a real lift.”

“Blusher energises the skin and puts colour back into your complexion. When you’re feeling run down and lacklustre, it’s better to use blush over bronzer. Why? Because bronzer creates depth and shadow, while blush brings your cheeks forward and can create a youthful, healthy glow. Apply it from the apples of your cheeks towards your temples to create a more ‘lifted’ effect. I like to apply liquid and cream blushers with my fingers or a fluffy brush. The latter diffuses the colour seamlessly, whereas a denser brush will pack too much on. Always start light and build the colour gradually – remember, blushers are very pigmented. My favourites are Glossier’s Cloud Paints and Refy’s Cream Blush.”

“Highlighters are another easy way to bring some light to your face. My favourite is Makeup By Mario’s Master Secret Glow. It’s so hydrating and can be worked into skin to create a plump, dewy radiance. Prep work is key here – if you find your skin looks lifeless and tired, it’s likely because you’re not giving it the right attention before applying other products. I recommend using Supergloop! Glow Screen SPF30 underneath your make-up to improve glow, while simultaneously protecting it. Other great base brighteners include M·A·C’s Strobe Cream and Rodial’s Glass Primer. Either one will breathe life back into dull winter skin.”

“Matte textures can make your skin and eyes look tired. Switch to light-reflective formulas instead – particularly cream eyeshadows like Glossier’s Lidstar. Even just using a highlighter on the centre of your eyelid and at the inner corners of your eyes will make you look more awake – you can try applying a little under your brow bone, too. I swear by Rodial’s Instaglam Highlighter. I also recommend only applying products to your eyelid – avoid your bottom lash line. Harsh or dark lines can make your eyes look smaller and tired. Switch out dark shades for lighter, more tonal ones.”