5 Make-Up Artists Reveal Their Secrets For A Seamless Day-To-Night Look
Sarah Sequeira
“A bit of shimmer on the lids is the easiest way to take a look from day to night. I love the Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadow for this – you don’t even need a brush, just tap it on with your fingers. I also swear by MAC Eye Kohl in Teddy – a soft brown liner that adds instant depth when blended out.
“Creamy textures are key for a smooth transition. I always use a dewy concealer, like the NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer. It can be tapped on throughout the day to refresh the skin without it looking heavy. A hydrating mist also works wonders – it revives make-up and helps to blend in touch-ups. The Charlotte Tilbury Magic Hydrator Mist is my go-to – it hydrates without moving make-up, leaving skin fresh and radiant.
“Blush placement makes a huge difference. I layer two shades – one brighter on the apples and one deeper along the cheekbones – to create an ombré effect. It keeps the face looking sculpted but still fresh. My top liquid blushes for this are Saie Beauty Dew Blush in Chilly and Baby – perfect for a gorgeous pink flush with a dewy finish that blends like a dream.”
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Nuriya Ibragimova
“The number one product for taking a make-up look from day to night is eye kohl. It instantly adds depth – brown, black and burgundy aremy go-to shades. I always opt for waterproof formulas to ensure longevity without smudging. The Romanovamakeup Sexy Smoky Eye Pencil, Make Up For Ever Aqua Resist Eyeliner, and Maybelline Drama Khol Liner are my favourites – they’re ultra-pigmented, blend beautifully and last all night.
“Another easy way to elevate your look is by using eyeshadow sticks. During the day, I apply a light shade across the lids and blend it out with my fingertips for a natural effect. At night, I top it up with powder eyeshadow for a richer, more dramatic finish. The Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Sticks are a staple in my kit. For extra dimension, I love layering a luxe quad like the Tom Ford Eye Color Quad in Honeymoon. Its mix ofwarm, sultry tones work for every occasion.
“To refresh make-up without starting over, I always add blush and bronzer, touch up the T-zone with powder and reapply lip liner and lipstick to bring back structure and warmth. The Benefit Chocolicious Cheeks Blush & Bronzer duo is perfect for adding a sun-kissed glow, while the brand’s Porefessional Matte Blurring Loose Powder keeps everything looking smooth and shine-free. For lips, I swear by the Huda Beauty Lip Contour in Terracotta, paired with the Bobbi Brown Luxe Matte Lipstick for a long-lasting finish.
“My final hack? Cleaning up the edges of my lips and eyeliner with concealer – it makes everything look instantly more polished. The NARS Soft Matte Complete Concealer is my favourite for this because of its waxy formula, which holds up all night without shifting.”
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Iman Khayyat
“I always start with NARS High-Pigment Longwear Eyeliner in Mambo – it’s a warm brown that looks natural during the day but can be smoked out for a night out. Layering Huda Beauty’s 1 Coat Wow! Mascara can add some serious drama, without needing false lashes.
“Bronzer is a must for me – I use Make Up For Ever Artist Sculpt Bronzer across my face and on my eyelids to create a seamless, sunkissed look. For an extra glow, I love the Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter, applied strategically to the high points of the face.
“To freshen up my make-up before heading out, I blot any excess shine, reapply a little concealer under my eyes and along my T-zone and mist everything with Caudalie Beauty Elixir for a skin-like finish.
“I’m also really into monochromatic blush tones. The Huda Beauty Blush Filter in Latte & Strawberry Cream works on both the lips and cheeks, creating a coordinated look.”
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Nina Ubhi
“The Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerise in Bette is a must-have cream eyeshadow for an easy day-to-night transition. During the day, I apply just a touch to the lash line for a soft wash of colour, and for the evening, I smudge a little extra over the lid – it’s foolproof and always looks polished.”
“A bold lip instantly changes up a look, and the NARS Powermatte Lip Pigment in Starwoman is perfect for that. It’s lightweight but incredibly pigmented, so it makes an impact without feeling heavy.”
“The Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit Face Palette is one of the best multi-use palettes out there. It gives the perfect glow, blush and bronze in one. For daytime, I use the soft champagne shade for a subtle highlight, and for the evening, I layer a deeper, golden tone for extra warmth and dimension.”
“I never go without the Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder – it instantly brightens and lifts. I love using it under the eyes and sweeping it from the mouth’s outer corners up to the ears for a naturally lifted look.”
“The Milk Makeup Infinity Long Wear Eyeliner Pencil is another essential for me. It has incredible pigment and is so easy to manipulate on the skin. My go-to trick? Adding a small dot at the end of the lash line and dragging it upwards to create a soft, natural flick.”
“When it comes to multi-purpose products, every pro make-up artist has learned to make the most of what they have. A good bronzer or contour stick doubles as an eyeshadow for an easy, cohesive look. Lipsticks can be tapped onto the cheeks as blush and liquid highlighters can be mixed into foundation for a lit-from-within glow. Even brow pens can be used to create freckles or enhance natural beauty marks. We get so wrapped up in how brands label a product that we often forget they can be used in so many different ways.”
“To refresh make-up without starting over, I always blot the face with a tissue to remove excess oil, then mist the skin with a setting or hydrating spray, like the MAC Fix+ or Makeup By Mario SurrealSkin Soft Setting Spray. This melts everything back together, making the complexion look fresh again. Then, I bounce a beauty blender over the skin before applying a little extra concealer or pressed powder. Done right, this technique can be a game changer.”
“I’m obsessed with the blurry liner trend – been doing it for years! It’s a soft, smudged-out look that works day or night – keep it minimal in the morning, then amp it up later for extra drama. I’m also loving Manga/Anime lashes – applying individual lash clusters with small gaps creates that perfect doll-eye effect. Natural lashes work best, enhancing what you’ve got without looking too fake.”
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Jazmin Lois Rodriguez
“The Saie Glowy Super Gel in Star Glow is a staple in my routine. In the morning, I mix it into my moisturiser or foundation for a subtle, natural glow. At night, I apply it as a highlighter over my cheekbones – it gives that dewy, lit-from-within look, even on top of powder.”
“The Charlotte Tilbury Super Nudes Palette is my go-to for both personal and professional use. During the day, I use its soft earth tones for a natural, effortless eye look. As the evening approaches, I deepen the eyes with a sultry smoky shade – it’s the perfect easy transition.”
“The SimiHaze Beauty Solar Tint Blush Duo in Red Moon is another must-have. It’s super blendable, nourishing and looks amazing on both the cheeks and lips. For the evening, I like to layer it for a more intense, flushed look.”
“The Dior Diorshow Brow Styler is one of my favourite multi-use products. It’s amazing for creating natural-looking brows, but I also use it as an eyeliner, lip liner or even to create freckles for a fresh, effortless vibe. It’s perfect when you want to keep things quick and simple but still polished.”
“For a natural daytime look or a bold evening vibe, versatility is key. Dual-ended brushes are a game-changer –space-saving and perfect for blending and defining in one go. Good skin prep keeps make-up flexible for a seamless transition throughout the day. But most importantly, make-up should suit your lifestyle – pick products that fit your routine, not just trends. Whether it’s long-wear foundation, a touch-up powder or a multipurpose essential, it’s all about what works for you.”
“For a quick refresh, I adjust based on skin type. If you have oily skin, your natural sebum helps keep make-up flexible, making it easier to blend or add layers throughout the day – just finish with a light dusting of powder to keep everything in place. If you have dry skin, using a hydrating face mist before adding product helps break through any powder buildup and refreshes the complexion without making it look heavy or cakey.”
“My favourite technique for brightening the face is applying a light concealer on the outer eye corner with a flat brush, blending it from the lower lash line toward the temple. It instantly lifts the eyes and makes you look more awake.”
“I also swear by a cream colour corrector for under-eyes. Instead of layering on too much concealer, a corrector neutralises dark circles and allows you to use less product overall. It keeps your base looking smooth and prevents creasing, especially when you’re touching up for the evening.”
“These tricks make day-to-night transitions effortless, keeping your make-up polished and long-lasting without feeling heavy.”
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