Five gestures to speed up the brightness just before the party

We know that the end of the year celebrations are packed with dinners and other busy schedules.Between rushing to get last minute gifts and preparing meals, there is often little time to take care of the dolls and take care of yourself for those who still want to give themselves a little boost at this time of year when fatigue is intense, focus on products and gestures that (really) make a difference.

Awaken the complexion

Turn up the volume to shine without going to a make-up specialist for treatment, it is possible. The solution is called Clarins Éclair Beauty Balm, a magic wand treatment that erases signs of fatigue in record time, especially when combined with a restorative scrub For those who regret their slightly pale complexion, a dab of luminescent cheekbones as a finishing touch and on the nose.

Refresh the view

Basic tools to look less tired: Cool and concealer. So don’t hesitate to refrigerate your eye area to accentuate the decongestant effect. We also think of under-eye patches for moisturizing and radical smoothing effects. At Kat Burki, we enhance their effect with the Micro-Firming Wand. which is a micro vibration device.

For concealer, we follow the advice of Estée Lauder makeup artist Patrick Lorenz. We take it a shade lighter than the skin, but not too much to avoid the owl effect. It is applied all over the eye, blending towards the temples.” To maximize the effects, choose a concealer enriched with hyaluronic acid serum.

Show clean nails

At the end of the year, hands are in full swing, but we don’t necessarily have time for a manicure at the nail bar. Alternatively, consider moisturizing your nails several times a day (with cuticle oil, a good hand cream like Matcha Tea from Kure Bazaar or the iconic apricot cream from Dior. And to show off shiny and smooth nails, we apply to the Manucurist range. With its double treatment and make-up effect, it allows you to pamper the nail while giving it a decorative effect (colorful or even glossy). And this is for those in a hurry. There is no risk of missing the application of these transparent shades is the advantage.

Put it all in your mouth

When you’re tired, looking at your mouth can be a nice distraction.Chanel makeup artist Sandrine Cano drew a parallel with red that goes up to the cheeks and adorns the lips while hiking in the mountains. “It’s a natural reaction, but it can be reproduced with an especially crushed raspberry shade, but without being too blue.” A slightly orange red can also warm up a dull face, as Nars training director Charlie Barbier explained to us; Finally, we note the advice of Violette, creative director of make-up at Guerlain, to give more lightness to the pigments, that is, by mixing shades. “The main thing is to choose dark as the base, and the light shade in the center. But you can also choose two dark colors and in this case the heart will be fuller.”

Finally, in case of very dry lips, apply a balm beforehand and avoid matte textures. And to add a little shine, we’re thinking of oils to apply directly to the lips or over your lipstick for a dazzling smile.

Raise your hair

An extra smooth bob or wavy effect is completely possible without visiting your hairdresser thanks to the new generation of styling devices (L’Oréal Pro, GHD, etc.) For a perfect straightening in a short time, use the Dyson Airstrait, which allows you to straighten your hair without No need to pre-dry. Real time saver and really stunning results.

Another trick to amp up your hair. Accessorize it. Even a simple headband can make a big difference. And we turn to celebrities for inspiration.

Finally, we also think about impact wet which allows you to change your style without spending hours. Hairdresser Delphine Kurtel’s technique. “I break them down with oil to create a protective barrier. Then I brush gel over them, bringing them to the back of the neck.” For a more sophisticated version, “draw a part in the middle of the skull and put them on either side. You can also tie them in a bun or a ponytail.” So little tips to sign your look and take care of your beauty without spending hours on it to spend