From morning meetings to afternoon coffees and evening deadlines, your 9–5 routine demands makeup that looks fresh, professional, and effortless. The goal? A face that says “I’m ready for anything”, without looking overdone. With smart product choices and a few tricks, your everyday office look can last, look polished, and stay on-brand. Here’s how to do it, using PAC’s trusted formulas.
1. Start with a Good Base (Don’t Skip Primer)
Begin with clean, moisturized skin. Use a lightweight primer, for example, PAC’s Aqua Foam Primer, to smooth texture and keep skin hydrated and plump. This lets your foundation go on more evenly and resist midday oiliness.
Then apply PAC Studio HD Liquid Foundation in thin layers; start with a light all-over coat and build coverage only where needed. Use a damp sponge or brush to press (not drag) the product, so you retain a skin-like finish.
2. Conceal Smartly, Not Overtly
Focus concealer only on areas that truly need coverage (undereyes, around the nose, small blemishes). Use PAC’s concealer or concealer palette and blend outward gently. Don’t overdo it; a little goes a long way in a clean office look.
Set only the concealed areas with a touch of PAC Take Cover Loose Powder (or a translucent/matte setting powder) to avoid creasing or settling.
3. Use Neutral Eyes with Defined Lashes
For eye makeup, stick to neutral matte or satin tones that enhance the eye without drawing excess attention. You can use a soft taupe shade in the crease, a light shimmer on the lid, and a deeper brown in the outer corner. Keep it balanced and blended.
Line the upper lash line using a precise eyeliner (PAC’s gel liner or kohl), but don’t wing too dramatically; the idea is definition, not drama. Finish with a coat of mascara to open up the eyes.
4. Soft Blush & Subtle Highlight
Choose a blush shade that mimics a natural flush, such as peach, soft rose, or neutral mauve. Apply it lightly to the apples of the cheeks, blending upward.
For a professional glow, dust Killer Glow Highlighter (or any of PAC’s soft highlighters) very sparingly on high points (cheekbones, inner eye corner). The idea is a subtle radiance, not strobing.
5. Lip & Color Touches that Last
Opt for a long-wear lip product in a muted tone; a soft nude, rose, or mauve works great for office settings. PAC’s liquid matte or lasting lip crayons are good picks.
Also consider a 24H Lip Liner Kit to line and define lips, which helps color last through meetings, snacks, and sips. Fill in with the PAC Tinted Lip Oil to add hydration and a lasting tint to your lips.
6. Midday Refresh & Setting
Carry blotting papers or a compact powder for quick touch-ups. Instead of reapplying layers, just press blotters to lift oil, then lightly dust powder where needed.
Finish your look in the morning (or post-lunch) with a light mist of Micro Finish Makeup Fixer / Setting Spray. This seals the makeup, keeps it in place, and revives the skin’s freshness.
Conclusion
Office makeup should enhance, not overpower. With a clean base, subtle definition, soft color, and occasional refreshers, you’ll remain polished from 9 to 5. Use PAC essentials like Studio HD Liquid Foundation, Take Cover Compact Powder, the 24H Lip Liner Kit, and proper setting spray to build a durable, elegant daily look.
