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Look party-fabulous in a flash

Do you never seem to have enough time to get glamorous? Well now you can relax, as we’ve cherry-picked the speedy hair and beauty saviours that will get you out the door in a flash. By Rebecca Barnes

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The glow getter

Need to pep up a lacklustre complexion but no time for a pro facial? Then slather on Super by Dr Nicholas Perricone 3 Minute Facial, £37 (Boots). Containing the superfood Ginger which stimulates skin for a quick boost of brightness, the magic happens in just three minutes, leaving your skin hydrated and with a suspiciously sexy afterglow.

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The shine slayer

The beauty look du jour is dewy, not damp, so if you suffer from shine breakthrough and the constant battle to keep your make-up intact, you need DHC Blotting Papers, £3 (dhcuk.co.uk). Made from 100% natural hemp fibres, they work to absorb oil and control shine far more effectively than synthetic equivalents; simply press on oily areas to instantly lift surface grease off the skin.

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The cleansing marvel

Need to cleanse quickly? Then grab a dual purpose cleansing wipe - Yes to Blueberries Wipes Brightening Towelettes, £7.99 for 30 (victoriahealth.com), leave skin clean and glowy thanks to the addition of blueberries and coconuts which cleanse and remove make-up, while lemon peel and apple work to brighten and refresh the skin.

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The finger fabulisers

Are your nails letting your beauty look down? Then get to grips with Girls with Attitude iRock Faux Nails, £5 (girlswithattitude.co.uk), which stick on in seconds and won’t chip no matter what you get up to. They’re available in four designs – I Rock, a ladylike floral motif with black tips; On the Rocks, a girly floral; Rebel, a wild zebra print, and Rock On, which are white tipped with a twist.

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The skin perfector

Wouldn’t it be great to own a product that combines primer, foundation, concealer and skincare all in one? Well now you can, thanks to 17 BB Blemish Balm, All in One Magic Makeup, £6.99. This full-coverage wonder cream gives a natural finish and works to brighten the complexion, banish imperfections and control oil in a flash. It’s available in Fair and Medium shades.

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The blonde booster

Is your blonde hair looking dull, and dare we say it, brassy? Then make like Nell McAndrew and Marina and the Diamonds and reach for Touch of Silver Twice a Week Brightening Shampoo, £3.05, a toning shampoo containing violet pigment to treat yellowing, fading and dullness, while neutralising any brassiness. Your locks should be looking brighter and shinier after just one wash.

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The wave maker

Texture is still making waves in the hair world, and if you can’t get the hang of curling appliances, help is at hand thanks to the ingenious BaByliss Wave Envy, £50 (Boots and Argos). Quick and easy to use, it heats up in seconds - simply press and hold the hair between the ceramic barrels to create gorgeously soft and natural waves in minutes. Deserves to go at the top of your Christmas wish-list.

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The blow-dry boffin

Having your hair professionally blow-dried is always a pleasure, however doing it yourself can often be a time-consuming chore. However, to the rescue comes Lee Stafford Blow Dry Your Hair Faster Wonder Spray, £6.19, which will hold your hair in place for longer, while a special conditioning ingredient will improve the surface texture of the hair, making it faster and easier to dry.

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The clean team

No time to wash your hair? Then go to work with a dry shampoo which will give your hair an extra day’s (or even two) wearability. These clever quick-fix dry powders banish oily roots and grease, giving your locks renewed freshness and bounce; try the iconic Batiste Dry Shampoo Wild, £2.99, or Lush No Drought Dry Shampoo, £6.50, which is fragranced with lemon, grapefruit and lime.

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The hair extenders

Fancy a brand new hair look just for one night? Whether you lust after length, volume or a chic up-do, Annabelle’s Hair Couture hair pieces are ideal for a quick-fix transformation. Created by celebrity stylist Lino Carbosiero, the collection comprises eight different hair pieces available in nine different shades; we love Artemis, £36, a glamorous bun, and Poppy, £45, a high ponytail. Available from Daniel Galvin, London W1 or call 01273 274221.

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Next Up: New party hairstyles for 2011
Rock the party this Christmas with one of our on-trend, easy to wear hairstyles. You’ll turn heads! By Rebecca Barnes

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