Beauty to go: from work to wow

Celebrity smile short cut
For a dazzlingly white smile apply a coat of Pearl Drops Instant White - a brush-on minty tasting, temporary tooth veneer that makes your teeth look white straight away. It will last for up to six hours, but do reapply after eating or drinking.

Instant body glow
To give arms, legs and decolletage a subtle shimmer apply The Sanctuary's Bidadari Shimmering Body Oil containing sweet almond oil and moisturising coconut oil to hydrate and smooth the skin.

Tan top-up
Alternatively, if you're in need of an instant tan top up invest in Dior's Bronze Poudre de Soleil. A spray-on mess free powder tan that takes seconds to apply and is easy to wash off.

Plan ahead
Tidy brows are the key to good grooming. Book yourself a re-shape at least a couple of days before the big night. Check out Benefit's new walk-in Brow bars for a professional wax and tweeze.

The night before the event, make sure you've got everything you need in your bag. If you plan to change into a dress, pack a hanger so you can hang it on the office coat rack and avoid crinkles. Pick out any jewellery, accessories and make-up you may need and pack them carefully.

If you plan to wear strappy sandals, make time to paint your toenails or book a mani-pedi a day or so in advance.

If time and money allow there's nothing to stop you cheating on the day. Book yourself a lunchtime blow-dry at a nearby salon. Freshly quoiffed hair will really make the difference between well-groomed and glamorous.

Bag it up
Ditch the day bag and opt for an oh-so-now clutch. There's not much room in these chic little night bags, but luckily there's some clever make-up compacts that will slide inside for those essential touch-ups. We like:

• Laura Geller's Emerald Bejewelled Collection at QVC £20.50
  Four sultry colours suitable for lips and eyes together with double-ended lip and eye brush and mirror.


• Models Prefer Crown Jewels Ring Charm Compact a at QVC £15.00
  A totally blinging bit of kit with a faceted ebony-look stone and eight sparkling clear stones containing two emollient-enriched lip glosses.


• Justine Case by Benefit £22.50
  Contains four of their hero products for eyes and skin. Benetint for flushed cheeks, Some Kind of Gorgeous foundation, Eye Con for reviving tired eyes and California Kissing lip gloss for a gorgeous pout.

Don't sweat it
Obvious as it might sound, it's easy to forget things when you're in a hurry to get out and hit the town. Remember to keep some deo-wipes handy in your office drawer to freshen up under arms.

Quick spritz
Lastly, give yourself a quick spritz of your favourite scent and you're good to go.