Awkward Moment #1: Being caught crying by a coworker, especially when your mascara isn't waterproof. Emergency Fix: Head to the restroom. Grab a nearby lip balm, hand cream, or similar lotion. Dab a small amount under your eyes, then gently wipe it off with a tissue. No lotion? Moisten a tissue with your saliva—it'll easily remove the mascara.The key is to act before your makeup completely smudges. Awkward Moment #2: Waking up on photo day with a pimple on your face. Emergency Fix: If the pimple has turned white with a pus head, apply a warm compress, then gently squeeze it out with a tissue.If the pus hasn't surfaced yet, apply vitamin E ointment, then dab concealer over the spot. Apply foundation, gently blot away excess with your fingers, and finish with a dusting of translucent powder that perfectly matches your skin tone. Apply blush a bit heavier than usual.You have 10 minutes until your blind date, but you've been made up like a showgirl at the cosmetics counter.
Emergency fix: Rush to another counter to get some makeup remover and skincare samples for a quick wash. Head to the restroom to remove the makeup. It's best to have a wet wipe handy. Quickly apply a little foundation at another counter and add a touch of lip gloss—that's all you need.
Awkward Moment #4: Fresh off a facial, your face breaks out in a rash.
Emergency Fix: Wash your face with cold water or a fragrance-free cleanser to remove the new product. Before your skin is fully dry, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly. Place some ice packs on your face to quickly calm the skin.
Awkward Moment 5: After partying late into the night, you wake up with puffy under-eye bags—and you have to go to work! What to do?
Emergency Fix: To reduce eye puffiness, wrap a few ice cubes in a towel and press them against your eyes for instant relief. Alternatively, apply tea bags or cucumber slices to your face.Dab on concealer, keep other eye makeup minimal, and rock sunglasses at work for a cool look. Next time you stumble home drunk, remember to drink plenty of honey water before bed and prop a pillow behind your head—your eyes won't be as puffy the next morning.