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12th Nov 2012

Beauty SOS – The Must Have Items That Every Girl Should Have On Her Desk!

There are a couple of handy beauty items every girl on-the-go should have in her desk drawer. From nail files to dry shampoo these must have items are perfect for the times you get dragged out for an impromptu drink, didn’t have time to wash your hair that morning or just for the times you need to give yourself a beauty boost.

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Hair transformation tools:

If you’re having a bad hair day and want to tie your mop back, why not smooth it into a sleek pony tail. This metallic hair tie will give your pony tail a sophisticated edge and also removes the need for earrings!

Hair tie, €10, French Connection

Dry shampoo is some shape or form is an office must and this handy little bottle allows you to give day old roots or flat, limp and lifeless hair a revamp in one easy step. Simply shake the powder into your roots and rub in and you’ll instantly have roller-worthy volume in seconds!

Tresemmé 24 Hour Body Sky High Pluming Powder, €7

Face:

Sometimes air-conditioning and stuffy central heating can wreak havoc on your skin making it dry and irritated and make-up patchy and un-even. This handy spray will keep your skin feeling fresh and hydrated and the perfect pick-me-up at the end of the day before you trowel on another layer of make-up!

Vichy Thermal Spa Water, €10.50

If you’ve been staring at a computer all day, your eyes can appear red and bloodshot so it’s always an idea to keep some eye-drops handy. They’ll keep your eyes bright and moisturised and will help get rid of that sluggish grainy feeling.

Optrex Eye Brightening Drops, €4.49

We believe that a vibrant red lipstick is good for the soul! Wearing a bright red lip instantly makes you feel sexier, more groomed and a bit more in control – perfect if you’re having an off day and need something other than caffeine to perk you up.

Rimmel Kate Moss Collection Lipstick in No.2, €6.94

Nails:

Despite our best intentions, sometimes tending to our nails is the last thing we feel like doing at the end of the day so why not spend 20 minutes of your lunch break giving yourself an express manicure instead? This quick drying polish is the perfect colour to apply in a rush.  

Essence Colour And Go Nail Polish in Modern Romance, €1.29

This fine crystal file is a manicure must. It will smooth rough edges, allow you to create a sharp clean line and will give your mitts a make-over in minutes. It’s pricey but will last for ages – it’s guaranteed for 25 years – so it won’t turn blunt after a couple of uses!

Leighton Denny Large Crystal Nail File, €20

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