Soft Spoken

We’ve all been caught without enough time to swap our everyday makeup for a glamorous evening look. But transforming from day to night makeup doesn’t have to be a chore. Whether it’s an impromptu dinner invite, a last-minute evening outing or simply not having enough time to run home and reapply, you only need a few staple products and some simple tips for mastering the role of quick-change makeup artist.

Cover Your Bases
The end of the day inevitably equals a little bit of shine. Get your skin picture-perfect by applying a bit of pressed mineral powder with a fluffy brush to even out skintone and mattify shine. By using the brush, you help avoid the dreaded “caked-on” look that sometimes results from layering on powder with a puff or sponge. We love Pur Minerals 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup because it’s light, doesn’t dry out skin and can also be used to touch up tiny imperfections – just use a small concealer brush or an applicator sponge to dab the powder under eyes or wherever you need a little extra coverage.

Get Glowing
One of the simplest ways to brighten up your face is with a shimmery (not sparkly!) highlighter. This will help illuminate and “wake up” areas of your face by applying to your brow bone, top of the cheekbone and inside corner of your eyes. You can apply it directly over the remains of your blush for a soft, pretty glow. Liquid highlighters offer easily blendable coverage, while powder forms offer practical portability. If you want both, a creamy stick highlighter will do the trick. If your skin is fair, look for a flesh-tone hue like soft pink or beige with a hint of silver, and if you have olive-toned or darker skin, find a medium or gold highlighter.

Let Your Lips do the Talking
For late-night lips, you’ll want something that has more oomph than your daytime lip color. Think lustrous shines that you can simply swipe over your everyday lipstick for a polished, glamorous look. If shine isn’t your thing, a deep, vibrant color like burgundy or plum will help you make a lasting impression. If you have the extra time before reapplying, try a lip primer to help your new color last.

Amp up Your Eyes
Intensify your daytime eyes by applying eye pencil to the upper lids and smudging it for evening glam. Opt for darker, high-impact colors like gray, navy, green, burgundy or black. In a pinch, you can always dip a damp liner brush or applicator into a dark eye shadow and use that as a liner. Finish with a fresh coat of mascara to frame the eyes and finish the look.

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