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How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

The products you need when your nose is raw, your eyes are swollen and your lips are chapped.
By Kate Gertner
How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

Flu face fixes

Scrub away dry, flaky skin before applying a balm. French Girl Lip Polish, $18, French Girl Organics. 

 
How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

Reduce under-eye puffiness with this cooling gel stick. Kate Somerville Goat Milk De-Puffing Eye Balm, $48, Sephora

How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

Boost moisture and refresh parched skin throughout the day. Moisture Surge Face Spray, $32, Clinique.

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How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

Dab on this green stick to balance out redness, then apply concealer over top. Artdeco Camouflage Stick, $16, Art Deco.

How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

Mattify shine and conceal any signs of a sleepless night. Nars Cannelle Soft Matte Complete Concealer, $30, Nars.

How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

Hydrate, soften and repair lips in one swipe. Dior Crème de Rose, $35, Dior.

How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

Fake a subtle glow with these illuminating beads that instantly brighten skin. Guerlain Météorites Happy Glow Pearls, $89, Guerlain

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How to hide a flu face and look well(ish) — even if all you want to do is hide

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