India, Sept. 29 -- The festive season often means juggling work deadlines, meetings, household responsibilities and social commitments. While getting dressed up for a celebration can be exciting, finding enough time for elaborate makeup is another matter. Fortunately, a festive makeup look does not always have to involve layers of foundation, perfectly blended eyeshadow or complicated contouring.

For working women, the key is to create a quick, polished look that feels festive without looking too heavy for the office. With a handful of makeup essentials and a few easy techniques, it is possible to refresh your look in just 10 minutes and head straight from work to a festive gathering.

Here is a simple step-by-step routine that can work ...