BEAUTY Q & A.(News Briefs)(Brief Article)

"My eyes are often red. Any advice?"

First, make sure you're getting enough shut-eye--at least seven hours per night --says Phillip Calenda, an ophthalmologist in Scarsdale, New York. If something's bothering your eyeballs, use artificial teardrops to flush out the irritant. Try Allergan Refresh Tears Lubricant Eye Drops, $7.69. If there's no improvement within a few hours, try drops with naphazoline or phenirarnine (they'll constrict blood vessels to reduce redness). A good choice: Clear Eyes Eye Drop Extra Relief, $4.99 If your eyes don't clear up in two clays, see your doctor. Avoid pastel and warm-toned eye shadows (like lavender and rust), since they'll play up your crimsontinted peepers, says MYC makeup artist Sue Devitt.

simple p.m. skin care

I'm often too tired to wash my face at night What's the bare minimum I need to do?

Even when you're partying past bedtime or pulling a late night at the office, it's essential to cleanse your face thoroughly before you hit the hay. "You need to remove makeup and daily grime from your face to avoid clogged pores and breakouts," says Debra Wattenberg, an NYC dermatologist. But don't fret--this task can be done in seconds. Just use a multipurpose cleanser that'll whisk away dirt, oil, and even hard-to-remove makeup like waterproof mascara all at once. Try Clarins One-Step Facial Cleanser, $25, or Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Cleanser, $5.69. Or check out the disposable cloths that you simply moisten (to activate the built-in cleanser) and smooth over skin to lift away the day's dirt. The best ones contain added skin-care benefits like moisturizers, exfoliators, and antioxidants. We love Dove Daily Hydrating Cleansing Cloths, $6, and Olay Total Effects Daily Cleansing Treatments, $8.99. Both come in packs of 30. Keep in mind that if you skimp on your routine at night by using just one product, you should follow your full facial regimen in the A.M., says Dr. Wattenberg.

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