The lives of beauty and fashion editors in major U.S. cities have been chronicled on the big screen for years. In fact, it’s likely the glamorous, yet slightly crazed, antics of Carrie Bradshaw, Jenna Rink, and Andy Sachs that inspired us to dive headfirst into these careers at all—each of us beauty editors having lived, or currently living, in a bustling city like New York or Los Angeles at one point or another. While many aspects of these fictional journalists’ lives are fabricated on-screen (the big apartments, the walk-in closets, the seemingly bottomless funds), the one thing that rings true is the rushed getting-ready scenes between meetings, writing articles, and running to the next high-profile event. That, my friend, is a nearly everyday occurrence.
Since we’re often creating real-life versions of these scenes in our tiny apartments—throwing clothes into heaps on the floor, swapping our flats for heels, and dabbing on lipstick in the back of a cab at the speed of light to make it to our next commitment—we’ve become quite proficient in the art of quick glam. From touch-ups to full faces, these are the multitasking products we rely on for looks that last all day, deliver high impact with little effort, and simplify our lives altogether. Keep reading for the list that will keep your routine low-maintenance without sacrificing style.
The Best Multitasking Beauty Products Editors Love
Best for Quick Color: Clinique Chubby Stick Cheek Color Balm
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Chubby Stick Cheek Color Balm
Best All-Purpose Liner: Make Up For Ever
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