No matter which date you decide merits a sleepover at a potential partner's place — be it first, fifth, 30th — there are a few tried-and-true beauty essentials you should consider stashing for the big night. From an effective-but-gentle makeup remover to a hefty cover-up, the following eight items will give you the prettiest morning after ever.
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser Mini
Yes, the mere thought of a night away from your tried-and-true, mutli-step P.M. skincare routine can be scary. Don't worry if you've got to downsize: the Fresh Soy Face Cleanser Mini [2] ($15) pulls double-duty by both removing makeup and clearing pores. The soothing, rosewater-infused formula is safe for all skin types, doesn't irritate acne, and eliminates red spots.
Milk Makeup Matcha Toner Mini
Sine this Milk Makeup Toner Mini [3] ($14) is not a liquid, there's no risk of purse spillage. It's a great post-cleansing step to make sure your pores are super clear and ready for bed. It also has a slight cooling effect that is especially helpful if your sleepover partner refuses to blast AC while you snooze.
Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo Purse Spray
If your natural bedhead is not as cute as post-coital stock photos always make it look, mist your hair with a bit of this Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo Purse Spray [4] ($22). Be sure to scrunch it into your hair and don't expect it to instantly work miracles. Wait around 3 or 5 minutes, and all of that grease you woke up with will be gone. It's the easiest goodbye you'll ever have to say.
Pineapple Compact Styler
After you spray on some dry shampoo, brush it out with the Tangle Teezer Pineapple Compact Styler [5] ($16). It's almost too cute for words, and it's small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, so it won't take up precious real estate in your overnight bag.
Kevyn Aucoin Beauty The Volume Mascara
The Kevyn Aucoin Beauty The Volume Mascara [6] ($28) is so slender that it will fit in practically any accessory. But it's not just a practical choice: the slim tube delivers a va-va-voom look that's packs enough of a punch, it's the only eye makeup you'll need. Wear it for an A.M. coffee, but not if you've got plans that afternoon — you'll look so hot, there's a chance you kids might be compelled to try for round two.
Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Youthful-Look 24 Hour Foundation
If you'd like to cover up a bit, this Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Youthful-Look 24 Hour Foundation SPF 25 [7] ($46) provides a really flattering, full-coverage base. It's malleable enough to apply with just your fingers, which is super essential if your date doesn't stash a Beautyblender in their medicine cabinet. Plus, it's available in 29 shades.
Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat Radiance Perfecting Pen
Some people swear this Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat Radiance Perfecting Pen [8] ($38) is a concealer. Others insist it's a highlighter. We like to think it's a magic wand. It instantly brightens dark spots, covers anything you want to hide, and in general makes you look like a million bucks. (It's also what a certain Duchess of Sussex credits for giving her that #MarkleSparkle. [9])
Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil
One last swipe before you go: this Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil [10] ($26) is the perfect last step for an undone-but-put-together look.