Kiss detention goodbye with these clever make-up tricks. (They're so subtle, your teachers won't notice!)
Getting to first base
So, you want coverage, minus the cakey foundation look? Try tinted moisturiser! Your skin will still look nice and even, plus it gives added hydration. Hint: don't have tinted moisturiser? Mix a bit of foundation with your moisturiser.
Try: Nivea Visage Young Be Beautiful! Tinted Moisturiser $9.95
Nothin' to see here, folks!
When it comes to concealing blemishes and dark circles, don't be heavy-handed. For spots, stick to concealers that contain salicylic acid. To fix dark shadows, a yellow-based concealer is brilliant.
Try: Maybelline New York Pure Concealer Blemish Treatment Stick $13.25 and Revlon ColorStay Under Eye Concealer SPF 15 $23.95
Pretty up your peepers
There are only three products you need for gorgeous eyes: an eyelash curler makes your eyes look bigger and brighter; white eyeliner on your bottom rims makes eyes stand out; and a coat of clear mascara will give you the glossiest of lashes.
Try: Manicare Eyelash Curler $9.99, Rimmel London Soft Kohl Kajal Eye Pencil in Pure White $7.95 and The Body Shop Brow & Lash Gel $19.95
Now that's just cheeky
Dabbing a smidge of blush or bronzing tint on the apples of your cheeks will give you just the right amount of colour. For an extra dewy finish, smooth illuminising lotion over the top. Hint: don't have any blush? Pat on a subtle pink lipstick instead.
Try: Jemma Kidd Make Up School Lip & Cheek Tint $46
Hello, perfect pout!
Your lips can be a dead giveaway — too much gloss just screams "detention". Instead, apply a bit of lip tint in the morning, and top it up with a light-coloured lip balm during the day.
Try: Aveda Lip Tint SPF 15 in Verbena $19.95
Sweet hair trick
Forget crazy hairstyles for school, keeping it simple is the key to looking great ... and staying in your teachers' good books! We love the side-pony — you can do it in seconds and it's way more interesting than just pulling your hair back. Hint: wrap a small piece of hair around the elastic for a sleek finish.
Words: Alexis Elia
How do you get away with wearing make-up at school? Share your tricks with us and leave a comment.
