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    Disguising sleep deprivation

    Updated:25 Feb 2015 6:41 AM | Posted by
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    Spending the night soothing your teething bub has an unjust way of showing the following morning – usually in the form of a pale, lacklustre complexion; tired, red eyes; bags and dark circles. Thankfully, a few magical make-up tips can have you looking fresh as a daisy in no time…

    The first step to looking fabulous again is a nourishing moisturiser (preferably one that contains skin hydrating hyaluronic acid). This will help plump the skin and boost a lifeless complexion.

    For an enviable glowing skin tone (you know that first-thing-in-the-morning radiance that childless women exude) illuminiser is a must.  Containing optical diffusers to radiate light away from the skin, illuminators help to conceal dark circles and dull skin tone. Use a tinted one or mix it with your foundation (this makes thicker foundation easier to spread) for a bright and more even skin texture.

    A radiance boosting/concealing pen (such as Elizabeth Arden Sheer Lights Illuminating Pen or Dior Skinflash Radiance Booster Pen) is also a godsend. I realise child care costs, surging petrol prices and the recent interest rate hike make such products more of a splurge than an essential buy, however, it's well worth it. Miss your next hairdresser's appointment (you can still look groomed with a sleek up 'do) and put the money you've saved towards this little weapon. Where there's a will there's a way.

     “Concealer is a tired mum's best friend!” says beautyheaven’s resident make-up artist and mum Cassandra Rae Ferguson. “It’s extremely helpful in covering under-eye circles, under-eye bags, blemishes and uneven skin. I find that cake/stick concealers are best as they stay put, but remember to blend well to avoid noticeable spots of concealer which only highlight that which you are trying to conceal!”

    A common mistake when trying to obscure marks of tiredness is going overboard with your make-up. This just draws attention to those telltale signs of sleep deprivation.

    However, Cassandra once told me that applying a bright lipstick can instantly ‘lift’ the face and draw attention away from tired eyes and lacklustre skin, especially if it has a glossy formula.

    But despite all the make-up tricks in the world, nothing is as good as a sound night’s sleep. Here’s hoping…

     

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    Oh sleep, my long lost friend. I feel like I always look tired, I try my best to cover it. I have invested in good eye cream and skincare and I swear by concealer.

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    jlsta 4 May 2017 7:53 PM

    sleep is the cure!

    Yohanna 7 May 2016 5:38 PM

    Yep, nothing beats good sleep

    Coconut Jayne 31 Jan 2016 12:25 AM

    Oh sleep, what's that like again?

    talk-a-lot 25 Feb 2015 6:41 AM

    Concealer does a great job in covering up dark circles from under eyes when over tired.

    Yohanna 7 May 2016 5:39 PM

    When i would have dark circles i would never ever cover them. It shows people: stay away and leave me alone I need rest. so you go and rest. Covering up is silly hehehe :P

    Goldcat 9 Dec 2014 4:03 AM

    Yes I need this right now.

    bmill229 11 Jul 2014 12:47 PM

    I love using Manicare Soothing Eye Gels.

    Goldcat 9 Apr 2014 10:32 PM

    Great article, thanks.

    Evanescencessy 30 Jul 2013 9:48 AM

    I'm not sleep deprived and I have really bad under eye dark cirlces and bags. A good concealer is a must have for me.

    Chicklet 13 Jun 2013 1:39 PM

    Very handy tips!

    Trish_D 16 Sep 2012 6:36 AM

    Nothing beats a decent sleep.

    JaneyPooh 16 Aug 2012 9:48 AM

    As an often sleep deprived mother I am sold on the bright lipstick and good concealer tips.

    Limabean 10 Oct 2011 7:27 AM

    need a new concealor!

    Sumaya 20 Mar 2010 2:49 AM

    They say at least eight hours every night, i think i get around seven if i'm lucky.

    freaky 12 Feb 2010 2:24 PM

    thanks for the tips. Ive put this one into my favourites. My sleep deprivation has become a joke thanks to the long hours ive been workin lately. Im happy for to take any tips to hide the evidence!!!

    Little miss sunshine 9 Jun 2009 1:04 PM

    Sleep deprivation is horrible! I always feel so good after a long restful sleep - nothing compares!

    emms32 13 Jan 2009 4:19 AM

    wow thats bad news about lack of sleep = burgers !

    Dedide 21 Oct 2008 8:59 PM

    I will be needing all these tips soon. Thank you BH.

    Spirkii 9 May 2008 3:07 AM

    I have been looking for advice to cover up my dark circles and bags under my eyes, I always look tired, I will have to give that pen a go. Thanks for the advice BH.

    glamourcat 23 Mar 2008 5:13 AM

    Oooooh Gemini, I must try some of that Blackmores Radiance Formula... I must admit that if I skip taking my supplements in the morning, especially my fish oils or Omega 3, 6, 9 Formula, by evening I have little zits popping up... weird, I know, just one skip of the supplements will do this to me, but I have a very sensitive system and it knows what it likes....

    Princess75 23 Mar 2008 3:59 AM

    holy sleep deprivation batman (kapow, biff, bing), i just ate the entire McDonalds store.

    Gem xxx 23 Mar 2008 12:22 AM

    natalia1222 - I never knew that - maybe thats my problem?...ha...ha

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