How to Look Like You Actually Got 8 Hours of Sleep

Sarah

Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder ($22): 

This is a feather weight illuminating powder that diffuses light and brightens the face instantly. I don’t normally use a powder, but after several recent sleepless nights, I decided to brush this amazing powder over my tinted moisturizer.  I didn’t notice the difference myself right away, but after receiving several comments about my “glowing skin” I am now a believer. All you need to do is brush a small amount of powder over the entire face, concentrating on the under eye area. The result will be a smooth, line free finish that will look make you like you actually woke up refreshed!

Nancy

Bare Minerals Stroke of Light Eye Brightener 

($22): When I'm looking for a little brightening under the eye area, I reach for the new Bare Minerals Stroke of Light Eye Brightener. This product comes in 4 sheer luminous shades that go on creamy and smooth and do not crease. They contain peptides so they diffuse fine lines.  There are no sulfates, synthetic fragrance or dyes so they are non- irritating.  Product is applied with the padded wand  either over concealer or alone in corners of the eyes and below eyes to diffuse discoloration and dark circles. I usually just use a fingertip to blend the product seamlessly into the skin for a refreshed and wide awake look.