11 Beauty Products That Will Make You Look More Awake
Quick survey: how many times have you stayed awake way longer than you should have? Hey, we're not here to judge — we do the same. exact. thing, and for the record, we personally blame Netflix and social media for our inability to turn the lights out at a reasonable hour. I mean sure, we love to binge-watch shows and catch up with what our friends are doing (read: stalk random people we've never met before), but come morning, the fact is that we look like we haven't seen sleep in weeks.
So considering we're betting you've all been there — though tell us you haven't and we'll be hella impressed — we decided to go ahead and nail down some foolproof products for counteracting our zombie-like morning mugs. Keep on clicking to find 10 products that will fake you awake crazy-fast.
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Courtesy of Benefit Cosmetics.2/13Fun fact: blue makes the whites of your eyes look even whiter, which is, you know, super helpful on those mornings when our eyes are looking far-from-bright.
Benefit They're Real! Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara in Beyond Blue, $24. sephora.com
Courtesy of Bobbi Brown.3/13When your complexion is looking lackluster and void of life altogether, sweeping on some blush can work serious wonders. This one by Bobbi Brown has a touch of shimmer and leaves the skin looking warm and glowy.
Bobbi Brown Brightening Brick in Pink, $46. bobbibrowncosmetics.com
Courtesy of Chosungah 22.4/13Sometimes all you need is a sheer pop of color to make you appear bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. Dab this tinted cream on your lips and cheeks for an instant pick-me-up.
Chosungah 22 So Tiny Lip & Cheek Face Color, $14. sephora.com
Courtesy of First Aid Beauty.5/13Infused with light-reflecting particles (oooh fancy, huh?), this glow-boosting moisturizer will make your skin look supple and dewy — even when it feels far from it.
First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Illuminating Moisturizer, $34. sephora.com
Courtesy of Origins.6/13So you've gotten zero hours of sleep and your under-eyes are looking worse for wear — we've all been there. This eye cream, however, will cure your tired-eye woes with a dose of coffee beans, magnolia extract, and natural optic brighteners to instantly diminish the aforementioned issues.
Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream, $30. sephora.com
Courtesy of Yves Saint Laurent.7/13This lip stain is unlike many on the market because instead of being drying (which will make you look even more tired!), its formula is creamy and comfortable — meaning your pout will look plump and pillowy as soon as you apply, and for hours afterwards.
Yves Saint Lauren Vinyl Cream Lip Stain, $36. sephora.com
Photo: Courtesy of Andalou Naturals8/13As you're getting dressed, making breakfast, or doing whatever it is you like to do in the AM (other than sleep!), it's an awesome idea to throw on a fast-acting mask. This one contains rose water and other skin-loving ingredients to give your complexion an instant boost.
Andalou Naturals, $4.79. drugstore.com
Courtesy of Marc Jacobs Beauty.9/13Use this multitasking, ultra-hydrating correcting pen to diminish all signs of fatigue (read: dark circles). Just a few clicks and you're closer to looking less zombie-like.
Marc Jacobs Remedy Concealer Pen, $39. marcjacobsbeauty.com
Courtesy of Sephora.10/13If all else fails, apply a nude-hued eyeliner to your inner water line where it's most likely to get red due to lack of sleep. This chubby, crayon-like liner doubles as a shadow, which you can also use to disguise any veins or darkness on your lids.
Sephora Collection Colorful Shadow & Liner, $14. sephora.com
Courtesy of Urban Decay.11/13An electric liner will take you from dull to "wow" with just a few flicks. We love this bright purple shade, because it looks amazing on everyone.
Urban Decay Razor Sharp Water-Resistant Longwear Liquid Eyeliner, $22. sephora.com
Courtesy of Tarte.12/13Pro tip: store these algae-infused patches in the fridge and as soon as you get up, pop them on for 10 to 15 minutes to allow them to work their de-puffing magic.
Taste Pack Your Bags 911 Undereye Rescue Patches, $22. sephora.com
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