No time to pop to the hairdresser's for a blowout? Not to worry - check out our fast beauty fixes to have you preening from head to toe.

Can't find the time to spend four hours at the hairdresser's for that much-desired haircut and treatment? Or maybe you woke up with a huge zit on your forehead, an absolute horror especially if it is the day when you are up for a huge presentation at work. Got a hot date right after work but no time to re-do your make-up from scratch?

While it may seem like you have entered beauty hell and are about to suffer from a meltdown, we say this: don't. Take a breather instead and check out our quick beauty fixes to help you look absolutely fabulous in just mere minutes! And the best part about it? Nobody has to know you didn't spend a million dollars or precious hours to look that great. Whether it is to get an instant glow or giving your hair a quick makeover, Pearl has you covered and throws in some good beauty routines to make sure you don't end up in a beauty SOS anytime soon.

FIX IT NOW! Dab some apple cider vinegar on the pimple to balance the pH of your skin. Wait for it to dry and then apply a yellow-based conceal over the pimple. Use a brush to get a better coverage. Dust with loose powder to minimise shine. Do your best not to touch the pimple or you could make matters worst.

LONG-TERM SOLUTION: If you suffer from the occasional breakout, then it is time to give your skincare routine a check. Buy appropriate products to combat the breakouts. A good bet? Try products infused with tea-tree oil; its anti-bacterial properties will have your skin clearing up in no time.

FIX IT NOW! First thing - keep your hands away! Now, take a cotton bud (something very handy to keep with you at all times) and soak it with a little bit of water or makeup remover. Use it to clean up the smudge, like you would an eraser.

LONG-TERM SOLUTION: To prevent future smudges, look out for smudge-proof mascara. And when applying mascara, dust lids with nude eye shadow before application. Use a lash comb to remove clumps or excess.

FIX IT NOW! So what if you spent last night crying over that Hollywood flick? It doesn't have to show the next day. Grab a bag of frozen peas from the freezer and place it over your puffy eyes. Voila! Beautiful eyes again.

LONG-TERM SOLUTION: If you seem to be waking up every day with puffy eyes, even if you are not watching a romantic Hollywood flick, then it is time to rethink your sleep pattern. The culprit, most of the time? Not getting enough rest. So make sure you retire early to get enough beauty sleep. It shows, especially in the eyes.

FIX IT NOW! Got a bad case of greasy hair and need a quick solution before you dash out? Time to reach for that bottle of baby powder. Sprinkle a little over the oily parts in your hair and the powder will then absorb the oil. Be careful not to sprinkle too much or you will end up with "grey" bits on your hair!

LONG-TERM SOLUTION: Before you head to the shower for a good hair wash, here is a little bit of news: it might be the constant shampooing that is making your hair greasier than ever. Over shampooing can over activate your scalp, causing it to produce more oil than necessary. If possible, give your hair a wash every other day. Also, pick the right shampoo to go with your hair type. Not using the right formula for your hair can also cause this problem.

FIX IT NOW! If the answer is yes and yes, then it is time to play a little trick with makeup. Use white or light-coloured eyeliner on the bottom inner rim of your eyes and pair it with a navy or very dark blue liner on the lash line. The contrast of colours will make your eyes appear bigger and brighter.

LONG-TERM SOLUTION: Only one solution to this - gets enough sleep! Can't fall asleep as easily as you want to? Try these tips: keep all electronic items away from the bedroom, as the distraction will cause you to be sleep-deprived. Drop some lavender oil on your pillow to help you relax and soothe your mind and soul to sleep. Also, sleep in an environment that's as dark as possible. Light - no matter how dim - can create tension resulting in sleepless nights.

FIX IT NOW! Did our country's infamous humidity cause your hair to start having a mind of its own? Not to worry - simply tame it down with a dab of hand lotion. That's right - all you have to do is smooth down frizzy hair and style as usual. Problem solved!

LONG-TERM SOLUTION: To prevent hair from becoming unruly, choose a shampoo to help calm hair down. Avoid from over combing and over styling; this will only cause more damage to your hair. Whenever possible, leave the hairdryer at the side. Too much heat will cause your hair to become frizzy. If you must blow-dry, pick the cool option to give hair a blast of cold wind to prevent frizzing.

There is some beauty emergencies that are better left to the experts to fix. Here are a few.

Thinking of picking that zit? Don't - leave it for your next facial session to take care of it. Doing a DIY on a zit can only spell trouble -redness, sensitivity, irritation and worst, scarring.

Can't stand the hair in your eyes? Before you pick up that pair of scissors, think of the damage you can actually cost more than good. Unless you are confident enough, leave all hair cutting and restyling to your hairdresser.

Woke up with a style on your eye? Instead of covering it up with concealed so that you can go through the day, check in instead with your doctor. Touching and irritating it further can actually cause the style to erupt. So, hands off!!