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Morning Makeup: Makeup Tips When You're On The Go (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

Morning Makeup Tips When You're On The Run
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You're late for work and didn't have time to put your face together. So you glance in your car's rearview mirror -- or use the bus doors as a wall for support -- and somehow manage to apply lipstick during your commute. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.

Women in their 30s are more likely to indulge in morning makeup on the go, while those who are in their 20s prefer applying makeup in the evening -- this according to a recent study conducted by British department store Debenhams.

The study also found 89 per cent of women touch-up their look on transit, and lipstick is the most applied product during a commute. The trickiest thing to do in a rush? Only 33 per cent of women are brave enough to apply eyeliner on the go.

If you're in a rush and looking for ways to pull yourself together in the morning, here are some tips to consider.

Tips For Makeup On The Go
Avoid Liquids(01 of08)
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Don't expect to find space or even the time to give yourself a full pedicure or manicure on the train. If you're in rush, use compact powders, cream-based blushes and lipstick to avoid spills. (credit:Alamy)
Pack Light(02 of08)
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You're not going to a beauty show every morning (unless of course you work in the industry), so you don't need to pack everything you own. If you have trouble picking colours, buy eyeshadow or lipgloss palettes that have more than one shade. (credit:Alamy)
Buy Smaller Brushes(03 of08)
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Not only will they fit in your purse, smaller brushes are easier to work with on the go. (credit:Alamy)
Try Sample Sizes(04 of08)
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The beauty of, well, beauty products is you can test a lot of them out before you buy them. If you have a favourite brand or product, ask your retailer if you can get a sample size to start with or look out for promotions that come with smaller bottles. (credit:Alamy)
Keep It Simple(05 of08)
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If you want to try out the latest eyeshadow craze or fake eyelashes, don't experiment in the morning. Practice makes perfect, and for makeup, the more confident you are with your tools, the less hectic your commute will be. (credit:Alamy)
Avoid Dangerous Tools(06 of08)
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Imagine doing this in the comfort of your own bathroom -- now, imagine doing this sitting in a crowded train during rush hour as you hold on to a bar. Keep curlers, glues, tweezers and anything sharp at home. (credit:Alamy)
One Is Enough(07 of08)
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Sometimes all you need is a shade of deep red or a dark mascara to wake your face up. You can even find products that work as a lipstick, blush and eyeshadow all-in-one. (credit:Alamy)
Remember, Others Are Around You(08 of08)
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If you're pulling out your toxic smelling nail polish or bottle of perfume, don't forget about the others around you. Leave strong smelling products at home. (credit:Alamy)
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