The liners

Metallic eye makeup can make you look less tired as it gives your eyes a wash of lustre – which means it’s really handy for helping you look more awake in the office. Whether you worked late the night before, or were catching up on TV dramas, try using a metallic pencil liner before heading for your workplace in the morning. It’ll perk up your look far more than black eyeliner. Team it with office-appropriate eyeshadows in grey or deep blue, or neutrals like nudes and browns. 

From far left: Make Up For Ever Aqua Matic Waterproof Glide-on Eye Shadow in D-12 Diamond Golden Grey, $36. Nars Naxos Kohliner in Shimmering Blue Stone, Sorrento Kohliner in Rust Brown, and Altiplano Kohliner in Shimmering Soft Bronze, $40 each.