Office outfits are not the easiest to plan. There are different rules for different occasions, like meetings, dinners, casual days, and more. Similarly, hairstyles and makeup is also equally important.
One of the many challenges that working women face is choosing the right makeup while going to work. Balance is vital when it comes to workplace makeup. Your makeup cannot be too loud so as to make people uncomfortable, nor can it be non-existent and make you look tired.
Here are five tips for nailing the makeup look at your workplace:
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Wear makeup appropriate to your workplace. Every field has a certain dress code. For example, lawyers may have to look formal, while creators are more free to experiment. Find out what is appropriate for your office and go with it.
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Ensure your makeup looks natural: Unlike a nightclub, an office is not an appropriate setting for contouring your face or wearing smoky eyes and bright lipsticks. Avoid makeup that is suited for partying in an office setting. Remember, makeup could be eye-catching and hence distracting. A natural look ensures that your colleagues are focused on your work and not distracted by the makeup you are wearing
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Glowing skin is a win: Ensure your skin is hydrated. You can use face masks or moisturizers overnight. When getting ready for the office, opt for a BB cream or a tinted moisturizer that fits your skin tone. There's no need to have a face full of concealer. Light spot correction can go a long way.
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Look presentable: It's the little things like having groomed eyebrows, hydrated skin and unchapped lips. These minor things make a significant difference. If you want to highlight a particular feature like your eyes or lips, opt for nude makeup, that is, makeup similar to your skin colour.
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Carry a makeup pouch: Only keep in it essentials that you would use for a mid-day touch-up. You can carry a face mist, blotting paper, some moisturizer, lipstick, etc. There are also certain multi-use makeup sticks that can act as lipstick, eye makeup, moisturizers and highlighters too. These multi-use products means you carry lesser makeup to work.
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Keep your nails neat and clean: Don't keep them too long. Opt for lighter or more neutral shades, which can go with any outfit. This way, you will not have to change them every day according to your outfit of choice.
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Smell good: Travelling and sweating can lead you to smell unpleasant. Carry a body mist with you to work. You can also use perfume or deodorant, but make sure that they aren't too strong.
With these tips, we hope you can nail the office look and have an excellent working day! For tips on etiquetteand morebeauty/wellness-related info, check out Glow & Lovely Careers ( Formerly known as Fair & Lovely Career Foundation).
