Job interview makeup and hair: 12 Beauty Panel tips for looking pretty and professional

by FASHION Staff July 4, 2013

You’ve printed off your resume, know your strengths and weaknesses and have the perfect job interview outfit planned. But have you considered how to do your hair and makeup? Just like a low cut top is a job interview no-no, glittery makeup or a messy ponytail is best saved for more social situations. While some of us may seek work in offices that are more creative or casual than others, when it comes to making a first impression, showing up at that job interview looking perfectly polished is key.

When you want to put your best face—and hair!—forward, a neutral look that highlights your natural beauty is best. Don’t distract from your talents with hair and makeup that’s better suited for a night out with friends. To make sure the HR department focuses on your credentials rather than a makeup blunder, we asked the Beauty Panel to share some job interview-worthy beauty looks. Read on, take their advice and all you’ll have to worry about is showing up at the right place at the right time.

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When it comes to hair and makeup for a job interview, many of the Beauty Panel members recommended keeping it natural. While Lipstick Rules’ Michelle Mullins used neutral shades like champagne, brown and beige on her eyes, she suggests balancing it with a statement lip colour like bright-red or pink. A colourful lipstick can still look professional as long as you tone down the rest of your makeup. Sparkly Playground’s Joyce Wong—who used to work in HR—advises to always start with understanding the work environment so you can cater your look accordingly. And Stylish and Literate’s Aleeza Agno offers a key piece of advice: job interviews are not the time to try new products. By sticking to your favourite cosmetics you’ll feel confident in your own skin when meeting your potential boss for the first time.
Have a beauty question you want to see the panel answer? Send it our way at beautypanel@fashionmagazine.com. Read on for the answers to this week’s challenge and for more goodness, get to know all contributors on our Beauty Panel hub page.

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