It may sound mad, but you really can streamline your make-up bag to just 4 products with this shimmery everyday look.


When you're in a rush, you need an ultra quick beauty fix, so why not strip down your routine to the bare essentials and save some precious time. Follow this simple guide a get a healthy glow in a matter of minutes.

Step 1: After cleansing your face in the morning, apply dots of tinted moisturiser to the centre of your face and blend outwards.  Tinted moisturiser is great for creating a dewy, fresh finish and will stay put all day, just like foundation.

Stila Illuminating Tinted Moisturiser, £18, HQ Hair

Step 2: Multi-purpose colour cream is an essential express beauty item, as it can be used all over the face to add blush and definition.  Lightly dab on the apples of the cheeks and blend upwards to the cheekbones.  Add a quick slick to upper eyelids and smooth over to the outer corners of the eyes. You can even apply it to your lips for a rosy colour.

Bloom Sheer Colour Cream, £10, Superdrug

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