You receive a text from your sexy fuckbuddy asking you to sleep over. You set the vibrator down, and you thank your lucky stars. You send back, I’ll be there in an hour. You will have to put on makeup if you are anything like many women. Worse? Most likely, you’ll be sleeping with makeup on. It’s not a good idea to sleep in makeup. We understand why you do it. You want to be the perfect angel you were born to be.
We want to tell you that you are a beautiful angel with no makeup. But we also know that you can be guilty of the glam-sleep if you already have your eyes rolling. Don’t worry. We get why you would want to continue wearing makeup at night, and are here to help. You might want to be more strategic about how you apply your makeup if you do this a lot. Here are some of our favorite sleepover essentials. These will make you look flawless and comfortable, without causing any damage to your skin!
The Prep
You will need to prepare your skin for the long nights ahead if you don’t wash your face before you go to bed.
Use a rich moisturizer such as L’Oreal Paris Hydra Gelnius Glowing Water cream. Apply the cream to your skin. Do not leave it on for more than an hour. It absorbs quickly and can last up to 72 hours.
You should apply an enriching primer after your moisturizer. It will allow your makeup to set correctly and will also provide vitamins for your skin. This primer is made with pumpkin and papaya, which are both healing and good for your skin.
If you have blemishes that aren’t obvious, it is better to apply concealer individually than to your entire face. You’ll look natural and save your skin from potential breakouts by using makeup to cover your eyes while you sleep. Make sure to use a concealer with acne-fighting properties. This will allow it to treat any existing blemishes. Bare Minerals Blemish Relief Skin-Clearing Spot concealer is a great choice.
After you have covered your face, you can dust it with a light-colored setter. It will absorb any greasy spots and give your skin a natural, beautiful finish. Ben Nye Neutral Colorless Face Powder is a great translucent powder. It will add a perfect touch to your skin and keep your makeup on all night. It won’t transfer to any sheets.
We must also talk about mascara when we speak of transferring to sheets. We all know how difficult it is to sleep without mascara. Even waterproof mascara can cause racoon eyes upon waking up in the morning. We recommend using an eyelash curler and clear mascara such as Great Lash Clear Mascara. This will lengthen your lashes and keep them curled.
We also love eyebrow gel. Use eyebrow gel if you use makeup to enhance your brows. Use a regular pencil, powder, liner, or a liner to shape your eyebrows. After you’re done, seal in your amazing work with a clear eyebrow gel like Glossier’s award-winning Boy Browgel.
You’ll also want your lips to look irresistible. Chapstick is the best choice for sexy night outs. Chapstick is a great choice because it keeps you hydrated and smells amazing. A tinted chapstick like Maybelline Baby Lips Moisturizing lip Balm in Pink Punch is our favorite. It instantly makes lips feel and look gorgeous. It’s also adorable!
What to pack
It isn’t designed for long-term use. We recommend packing a small bag with a few items so you can feel great all night. Concealer and lipgloss can be removed easily. They are easy to reapply. You won’t be crazy to go to the bathroom to do this quick touch-up. We recommend that you also pack a roller of perfume (the best scents can be found at Sephora and Ulta), to use before bed and in morning. Also, keep a small packet of mints in your mouth to fight morning breath. Finally, carry a small travel-sized deodorant just in case.