8 Best Makeup Looks to Wear to Work

When it comes to readying oneself for work, especially in the COVID-era of social distance, remote commuting, and endless Zoom meetings, pulling together a great ensemble should be part of the program. But perhaps just as important is the grooming to go alongside it. Especially when it comes to makeup. Wearing makeup for work can sometimes feel like a tricky balance to strike: you want to feel polished and presentable, but also add some excitement to your look. And most importantly, you probably want to go with a makeup routine that jives with your overall personality and aesthetic. With all of those factors in play, it can be hard to know where to start.

Do you want to look radiant and sunkissed? Or maybe you want a natural, luminous glow and not much else? Perhaps you are partial to a killer red lip, but don't know how to complement it. Maybe you just want to play around with tonal neutrals, or experiment with a daring new pop of color. The inspiration is there, you just need to know where to look. From fresh bright lipstick, to bronzed and subdued beauty, here are 8 examples of beauty inspiration—and key product suggestions—to have you putting your best face forward before work. Now all you have to do is tack this on to your skincare regimen and your daily routine is sorted.