I grew up with six glorious sisters and they all LOVE makeup and fashion. But, they are constantly applying their makeup in a hurry and the result is a less than polished look, which really defeats the purpose of wearing makeup at all.

I also always seDay to Night e women on trains, buses and even while DRIVING, hastily piling on their makeup…I cringe at the thought of the end result. Ladies, take some time to bask in the fun and luxury that is makeup! Don’t fall victim to the point that you don’t feel good about yourself without it. I often tell my clients to never put on a full face when you only have 3 minutes to spare.

Apply the absolute minimum: concealer (Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage to cover blemishes, Neutrogena’s 3 in 1 Concealer for Eyes, or Benefit Erase Paste are my favorites), a little cream blush (like Ben Nye in raspberry or bright pink or 3 Custom Cosmetics Crème to Powder Blush in Rebecca’s Favorite), lip balm (like YonKa Le Baume with colour, Rose Salve or Crème de la Mer Lip Balm), mascara and GO!

Then at lunchtime dab on some light foundation (like Neutrogena Glow Sheers or Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer), a little translucent powder to cut the shine (3 Custom Cosmetics is my very favorite) and freshen-up your eye shadow with a sweep of base and accent colors in neutrals.

On a weekend or dinner date, you want to doll up! The skin can afford more of a velvety look, so use a compact powder foundation on the flat areas of your face (like the jaw line and cheeks) and do a smoky eye with pale lips. I did the makeup in the picture below for Oprah Magazine last year – the right half of her face is a good example of this look.

Enjoy your gorgeous skin…makeup should be FUN and not a chore!