3 Multi-tasking must-haves for a lighter make-up bag

When it comes to beauty products, less is most certainly more. Having a bounty of pots and tubes on the dressing table is not going to save you time, it's actually a path to more stress. Multi-tasking skincare choices that bring you from day to evening with little effort are the path to cosmetic redemption.  These 3 must-haves pull double duty. 1. Stila Convertible Colour Why buy: This product is perfect for both lips and cheeks. The range has a suitable colour for all skin tones - even for the most fair-skinned. The colours Peach, Gerbera, Lilium and Fuschia look a little rare in the packaging but work beautifully as a dual make-up option. Always start with a small amount. Cool fact: You can pop them into your bag for both complexion enhancing and as a lippy option. Saving space and time rummaging around in your handbag for a lipstick bullet, blusher or bronzer. You think I'm joking? No. How much: €21.50 or 10% off if you are spending over 40€ here. 2. Embryolisse Lait Créme Concentrate Why buy: If you're looking for a face primer, make-up remover, a mask or an after-sun, purchase this. It rebuilds the hydo-lipidic film that protects the skin from environmental aggressors.This is beauty-balancing on an insane level. Cool fact: It works as a baby-care product too. Shea butter, aloe vera and soy protein deliver an almighty dose of nourishment for a tired skin. Such a find. How much: €19.50 deal here. 3. Clarins Blue Orchid Oil Why buy: There is no end to the versatility of this Clarins product. This is THE must-have beauty item, recommended by leading make-up artist, Paula O'Keeffe. It is by default a beauty oil for anti-aging but, can fulfill many uses in your personalised beauty routine. It's perfect as a nail and cuticle oil for hydration of the entire nail bed. If one too many Shellac applications have caused nail damage and breakage, this is some potent TLC in a bottle. Score. Cool fact: It is superb for seasonal skin issues including dryness, dullness, lack of radiance or late nights. Mix two drops in with your daily primer or foundation and admire your new found glow in the mirror. Swoon. How much: €30 - €35.50 at House of Fraser brand event in Dundrum this weekend (depending on whether you have a Reward Card or not) or €39.50 here. Been wowed by some multi-tasking cosmetics of late? Send your favs to: karen.forde@herfamily.ie.