Social distancing today means our human interaction is virtual. From FaceTime with your BFF to a meeting on Zoom. Editor Trudi Brewer shares how to look your best online - even from the comfort of your couch.

Keeping yourself upbeat, motivated, and feeling in control is the key to surviving lockdown for me. Keep up those good habits and systems you have in place going, even if it’s small daily rituals such as making the bed, and exercising, to blow-drying your hair, and maintaining your regular makeup and skincare routine. It's calming to go through the motions of something familiar and feels good to take care of yourself, in times of uncertainty. Here’s how to look your best, and shop for those beauty gems online.

What are some tips on lighting, for those virtual meetings?

As a general rule, avoid fluorescent lights, which can cause unflattering shadows on the skin. Avoid overhead lights, too, as that can create dark under eye shadows. Place your primary light source behind your camera, not directly at your, or you will be squinting. Natural light is always best, and the kindness light to flatter your skin tone, take your laptop into a well-lit room that is flooded with natural light and make that the base for your online calls.

Your makeup should appear fresh with a natural-looking, here are some ideal glow-givers

Shiseido Synchro Skin Glow Cushion Compact and case, $79. Revlon Photoready Candid Glow Foundation, $30, there are nine shades. Benefit Hello Happy Soft Blur Foundation SPF 15, $57 there are 12 shades. Estèe Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Makeup SPF 45, $78, there are 16 shades.

What about the camera/laptop angle?

The camera should be placed at eye level, look into the lens of the laptop, not the screen. Place something underneath the laptop it to raise it until your eyes are at the same level as the camera lens. You don't want to be looking down, you will look tired, and looking up, the person on the call will get a great view up your nostrils, which is not flattering either. Also, choose a neutral background, make sure it’s not the view of a cluttered kitchen bench, or with folded washing on the couch in view. Sit at your desk and take a selfie so you can see what others see in the background behind you.

You want to look fresh-faced, and wide awake, groomed brows will help with that

Lancôme Eyebrows Styler Châtain Make Up, $43 there are three shades. Benefit Gimme Brow+ volumizing eyebrow fiber gel, 48, there are eight shades. Clarins Eye Brow Kit, $69. Wunder2 Wunderbrow Eyebrow Gel $38, there are three shades.

What about makeup, any application tips to share?

Perk up the skin with a bit of moisturiser and a little foundation. Don't over powder your skin; you'll look more radiant with that fresh, natural glow. You want to look fresh-faced, wide awake, without looking overdone. Choose a peach-coloured blush for the cheeks and the eyelids, this will keep your makeup look seamless. Also, peach is a universally flattering colour on any skin tone. Finally, groom your brows, fill in the gaps with a pencil and add some brow gel, add a couple of coats of mascara, and finally, a natural-toned lipstick, balm or gloss will complete this neutral, everyday makeup look.

Benefit Galifornia Powder Blush, $58. Clinique Cheek Pop, in Melon Pop, $48. Pixi By Petra Palette Chloe, $45. Shiseido Minimalist Whippedpowder Blush, in 03 Momoko, $50.

Hair is tricky, with salons closed, any tips style to share?

Check out our tips on covering regrowth, here. There are some great sprays and powders that cover grey roots in seconds. As far as styles go, keep your hair looking clean, and simply styled. If you struggle with frizz, invest in a hot brush, this will be your go-to styling tool for ease of use, (anyone can run a brush through their hair) the heat from a hot tool like this offers a smooth groom - fast.

The hair tools for fast DIY grooming

Oribe Airbrush Root Touch-Up Spray Brown, $44, there are six shades. Theorie Saga Thermal Styling Brush, in black and purple $148.

Any style tips, what not to wear?

Not your Pj's! Try and avoid patterns, such as stripes and plaids. Choose solid, bold colours, and simple jewellery. Accessories that make noise when you move are distracting. For most conference calls, you can wear whatever you want from the waist down. One tip, before the call, take a selfie to check your appearance if you are unsure with how you look.