12 Beauty Products That Give You Instant Results
1/14You head to bed early so you can get a solid eight hours of sleep, and you feel so well-rested that you wake up before the alarm goes off. Somehow, the cold rainy weather didn't affect your blowout, and it's looking as perfect as it did yesterday, the cat eye on your left side is completely symmetrical to your right one, and there was no traffic on your way to meet up with your girlfriends. Just kidding, but a girl can dream right?
More realistically, our day-to-day jam-packed schedules don't leave us much time for leisurely primping and prepping — and that's where these fast-acting beauty products come in. They're uncomplicated, they save you loads of time, and, most importantly, they deliver the instant gratification of providing what they promise on the label. So, whether you're looking for an immediate boost of moisture for your skin, a brightening powder that gives you an instant glow, or a pigment-packed lip gloss that doesn't quit, click through for 12 amazing beauty products that work tout de suite.
2/14CoverGirl TruBlend Blush
A pretty flush of color and gorgeously sculpted cheeks? It's not an Instagram filter; it's the result of simply dusting on a little bit of this powder blush. The swirl of different pink and peachy colors make it look more natural on your skin, and the baked formula effortlessly blends onto the apples of your cheeks.
3/14MAC Matchmaster Shade Intelligence Compact
Finding your perfect match in the dating world? Complicated. Finding your perfect foundation match, however, has never been easier, thanks to the geniuses at MAC. The brand's latest Matchmaster cushion compact gives you the perfect amount of foundation you need to create instant, buildable coverage that blends into your skin with ease. The high tech formula does a great job at matching your unique skin tone and evening out unevenness — all it takes are a few dabs.
4/14Chanel le Top Coat Lamé
Whether you wear it alone, over existing nail polish, or you're desperately trying to hide a chipped mani, swipe on a quick layer of this gorgeously glittery top coat full of gold and red sparkles. This easy beauty move makes even the most simple LBD look instantaneously party-ready. Blast cold water on your nails to make them dry faster.
5/14Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Shampoo
We've never been happier to drink the Kool-Aid after seeing a Living Proof commercial of Jennifer Aniston and her ever-perfect head of hair. Luckily, its not just smoke and mirrors — the brand continues to promise instant results and we're particularly in love with this shampoo that smoothes, volumizes and strengthens hair all in one lather. You'll see an immediate improvement in shine and health, and your hair gets even better over time, everytime you suds up.
6/14Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons Palette
These silky-smooth eyeshadows glide on with ease, but don't leave you disappointed in the pigment department. The palette features matte and shimmery shades in versatile bronzes, golds and taupes. Then, you have a few surprisingly gorgeous shades like magenta, soft pink, jewel-toned purple and teal that look as striking on your lids as they do in the packaging. Plus, the cocoa powder ingredient makes them smell as good as they look.
7/14Urban Decay Shimmering Powder For Face and Body in Lit
This portable shimmer bronzer is more than just pretty packaging. Teeny tiny light-reflecting particles give you that coveted dewy glow, while the brand's latest shade, Lit, gives everyone's skin tone a sun-kissed warmth. Just use the included sponge to swipe on the powder formula when you're on the go — plus, the little mirror helps you be discreet during touchups.
8/14Kiehl's Ultra Facial Deep Moisture Balm
This soothing moisturizer doesn't sit on top of your face and take forever to dry, nor does it absorb into your skin so rapidly that it still leaves it thirsty for more. The creamy formula has a high level of glycerin, so that it sinks into your skin for lasting hydration, and the moment you slather it on, even the driest, Sahara desert-like skin types get major relief.
9/14NARS x Steven Klein Killer Shine Lip Gloss in Special Force
We've seen our fair share of Taylor Swift street style photos to realize a red lip always, always makes you look put together. We get it. But there's something particularly delightful about this shade from Steven Klein's new collaboration with NARS. The slightly darker hue of red is a little more edgy for winter, yet still has a universally flattering appeal. Not only does the gloss formula let you glide it onto your lips without needing to using a mirror, the ultra-shiny, vinyl-like finish single-handedly makes wearing lip gloss really cool again. And, unlike with lipstick, there's no priming, lining, filling or blotting necessary to get the true color payoff.
10/14Karuna Exfoliating+ Foot Mask
It's easy to neglect your feet once they officially go into winter hibernation under a uniform of black booties and tights. But every now and then, don't forget to treat them with this cool sheet mask specifically made for your feet. After one use, the shea butter and coconut oil-based serum hydrates dry heels and glycolic acid scruffs away at rough, callused patches. All it takes is a few minutes to feel the smoothing effect.
11/14Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer
Dry skin doesn't stand a chance this winter if you're using this in-shower moisturizer. It might sound counterintuitive if you're new to this type of product, but after a few minutes in the shower once your pores are opened up from the warm water, slather on this coconut oil-infused formula to get the most intense, long-lasting hydration and you'll see what we mean.
12/14Bobbi Brown Eye Opening Mascara
Bigger doesn't always mean better, but when it comes to our lashes, there's no such thing as too much volume. This mascara's jumbo brush physically grabs each lash to push it out and up in one swipe, plus the inky black formula stays pigmented and clump free for eight hours.
13/14Aveeno Ultra-Calming Nourishing Night Cream
If you've never had a beauty product you loved so much that you scraped the bottom of the jar to make use of every single ounce, then you haven't met this night cream. The slightly thicker consistency makes it great to slather on before bed when you're makeup-free and your skin can get the cream's full benefits. On immediate application, you'll get instant relief and moisture with soothing, quick-acting ingredients like oats. Then, overnight, it helps replenish your skin's protective barrier. That's what we call a one-two punch.
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