Beautiful Idea: 24-Hour Beauty Products

The latest longwear hair, makeup, and skin products don't just last from 9-5—they promise results for a full 24 hours. Here, we find out which ones go the distance and why.

By Lizzie Dunlap

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Expert Tip: Keep an Eye on the Clock

"The products that tend to offer the best longer-lasting results are the ones that coat the skin or hair—like hair volumizers and smudge-proof lipsticks—not ones that need penetrate deeper to make a difference," says Dr. Neal Schultz, founder of DermTV. "But people with oily or sensitive skin should be careful about applying any type of heavy-duty products to sensitive areas on the face."

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John Frieda 3-Day Straight Semi-Permanent Styling Spray

This multi-day, at-home hair treatment temporarily mimics the effects of a salon keratin treatment.

$9.99; drugstore.com.

Maybelline New York SuperStay 24 Lip Color

For color that grips, you can't beat this flake-free gloss. When you're done, use an oil-based makeup remover to purify your pout.

$9.99; drugstore.com

Laura Geller At Long Lash Mascara

A smudge-proof mascara that tints lashes too! This long-wear product also contains conditioners for a glossy finish.

$12; amazon.com.

Avon Anew Rejuvenate 24 Hour Eye Moisturizer SPF 25

Peptides and plankton extract help brighten eyes in the AM; Sunflower seed extract and milk proteins repair damage at night—everything comes in one compact container.

$28; avon.com

Korres 24-Hour Moisturizing Cream

This natural daily cream from Greece also boasts brightening benefits—wild rose oil reduces the pigmentation of brown spots.

$35; sephora.com

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Rita Hazan Root Concealer

This color-matching, super-precise root spray was created by celebrity colorist Rita Hazan (Oprah trusts her with her tresses). It targets gray-growth, covering it instantly with a camouflaging blend of paraben-free ingredients.

$24; sephora.com.

Also, check out the makeover story we did with Rita here!

Olay Ultra-Moisture Body Wash

Start prepping your winter-stressed skin for spring with this nourishing wash. It's so rich it can also double for a shaving cream (shea butter and Vitamin E are among the many hydrating ingredients).

$6.99; drugstore.com

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Expert Tip: Don't Sleep On It

Though having your lipstick last through cocktail hour can be clutch, think twice before leaving on a facial product for more than 24 (or even 12) hours: "There may be issues of clogging, breakouts, or inflammation as a result of increased contact," warns Dr. Schultz. "Plus products move when you sleep—if it's a facial product, you may rub it onto your pillow and then into your eye." So, be sure to effectively remove any traces of makeup before hitting the hay.

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Serum Fortifying and Soothing 24H Hydrating Concentrate

Packed with hyaluronic acid and mineral-enriched water, this serum leaves skin velvety and tack-free for makeup application.

$31.50; vichyusa.com

Degree Motion Sense Invisible Solid Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant

The more you move, the harder and longer this deodorant is designed to work.

$5; soap.com

Aveeno Positively Nourishing 24-Hour Ultra-Hydrating Whipped Souffle

Keep a tub of this rich, vanilla-scented lotion at your desk to sooth dry, flaky patches of skin as the seasons shift.

$8.49; walgreens.com

Urban Decay 24/7 Shadow Pencil

These paraben-free, waterproof pencils come in an array of funky shades (we love the dark brown one called err... "Wasteland") and can double as thick liner or blendable eye shadow.

$20; urbandecay.com.

Rimmel London Lasting Finish 25 Hour Foundation

Straight from Foggy London-town, this weatherproof foundation is also resistant to sweat and smudging.

$7.49; cvs.com

TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Root Boosting Spray

This targeted spray thickens strands for day-long volume. To avoid build-up along the hairline, try to use it only at the crown of your head and on the sides.

$6.99; beautyencounter.com

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