The 13 Best Beauty Multitaskers
Why shouldn't your products work as hard as you do? These do it all so you can save time, space and money.
By Amber Kallor
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John Frieda Full Repair Protecting Root Lift Foam
This mousse doesn't just add volume—Inca Inchi oil protects hair from heat damage while you blow-dry, flatiron or curl.
$6.50, Walgreens.com
Stila Convertible Color
With this cream stain for lips, cheeks and lids, you'll only need your fingertips to touch up on the go. Bonus: It's so sheer you'll never overdo it.
$25, StilaCosmetics.com
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Physicians Formula 2-in-1 Lash Boosting Eyeliner Plus Serum
Forget those goopy eyelash enhancers. Not only does this one's slim, felt tip give you a precise line, but the peptide-infused formula claims to lengthen and thicken lashes without the mess.
$11, PhysiciansFormula.com
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Upper Canada Soap Body Butter Balm
Free of parabens and synthetic dyes, this mint-scented stick is great for keeping in your bag to moisturize dry cuticles, soothe a chapped nose or swipe across the backs of your heels before you break in a new pair of shoes.
$12, Amazon.com
Goody Styling Therapy Jojoba Paddle Brush
Soft bristles infused with jojoba oil moisturize dry hair, smooth static, untangle and add weightless shine—all in one stroke.
$10, Amazon.com
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Schick Intuition Razor
Eliminate the need for shaving cream and safeguard your legs from nicks and cuts with a blade embedded in a lathering solid.
$10, Drugstore.com
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Philip B. Lavender Hair and Body Shampoo
This naturally antiseptic, lavender-scented soap doesn't just calm your senses; it also hydrates skin and hair—meaning you'll no longer have to tote multiple bottles to and from the gym.
$30, PhilipB.com
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NP Set It Takes Two Concealer and Foundation Pot
Get everything you need for a flawless face in one convenient place. In the cap, you'll find a concealer (for covering red spots and dark circles) stamped with a star made of shimmery highlighter (to add brightness to cheekbones and the inner corners of your eyes). Unscrew the cap to find a moisturizing foundation that will smooth out your skin tone and leave your face looking dewy.
$35, Target.com
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The Instyler
Clear up the cord clutter in your bathroom by replacing your curling iron and flatiron with one device. The heated, spinning barrel smooths hair (without leaving it limp and lifeless), adds shine and even creates soft waves.
$100, BedBathandBeyond.com
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Nuance Salma Hayek Lights, Camera, Action Eye Trio and Josie Maran Rapid Eye Makeup Pen
Streamline your eye makeup routine with these all-in-one wands. Salma Hayek's Eye Trio has a cream shadow, a highlighter and a pencil liner for a foolproof smoky look. Or try Josie Maran's version that features argan-infused powder eyeshadow and gel liner, and applicators for applying both.
Nuance Eye Trio, $8.50; Josie Maran Pen, $32
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Clinique Acne Solutions Clearing Concealer
Treat blemishes as you camouflage them. Salicylic acid shrinks stubborn pimples, and this oil-free formula keeps redness undercover as they heal.
$14, Clinique.com
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Davines Authentic Moisturising Balm
If your shower is cluttered with products, clear some space with this all-in-one moisturizer that works from head to toe. Use it to condition split ends, remove makeup without scrubbing, or soften dry elbows and heels.
$26, Davines.com for salon locations
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Published 08/05/2011
