From one working woman to another, we all know that our morning makeup routine consists of slathering on so much concealer that not everybody can see that we spent the last night watching multiple seasons on Netflix. The struggle in the morning lies between napping for an additional five minutes or missing those five minutes trying to look like a functioning human through the help of makeup. While those extra ten minutes of sleep make you happy, they do nothing for those dark circles under your eyes or your tired skin. You may have mastered the art of makeup, but… no one has time to apply foundation to your skin very first thing in the morning. Our inner perfectionist needs at least 30-40 minutes to bring out our inner diva. Here are 5 looks to try for any woman looking to channel their inner Miranda Priestly with a beauty routine that will not take more than ten minutes:
Pull focus with bright lips
One can never underestimate the power of a brightening lip color and what effect it can have on your face. If the result looks less tired and neater then a bright color will do the trick. Colors like burgundy and dark red will immediately brighten up your face. A bright lipstick will draw attention away from the rest of your face. If you want a no-nonsense look that stays put, then you can go for a light lip color with a little dab of concealer. When choosing a bright color, all the time choose a non-smudge lipstick that stays intact all day and is simple to apply.
Go crazy with your eyeliner
We have all fallen victim to the dreaded inequality eyeliner accident at least once in our life. Remember the last time you were vacation in Italy and trying to hide the jetlag in your eyes with winged eyeliner and concealer? Those of you who have mastered this art can use it to create a simple look by playing with your eyeliner. If you go with thick eyeliner, it will make your eyes pop and immediately make you look charming. If you feel the urge to try a dramatic look, then you can opt for a winged eyeliner, which may be tricky but is completely worth the extra effort. However, only use a winged liner if you have a gradual hand and can do it in seconds. After highlighting your eyes, you can keep the rest of your face fresh and smooth with a nude lipstick that will do the trick.
Hide anything and everything
Those nights you spend overeating while watching Netflix take a toll on your face and that is where this superhero aka concealer comes in. This is the one product you can all the time depend on to hide those bags under your eyes. With just one swipe of the concealer, you look lively and fresh even if it is the opposite of how you feel. Once you have hidden your eyes, you can add a little bit of blush for a healthy glow. Since you are facing a time constraint, opt for a cream blush. It is not only easy to use but will also look much more natural than powder blush.
Use makeup to look like you have never used any makeup
This is the perfect look for days when you want to look subtle without putting any real effort into it. Start by making your skin tone look even with a tinted moisturizer. A tinted moisturizer will even out your skin and provide it a matte look without heavy foundation. The next step is to fill in your brows without making yourself look like a Disney Villain. Top this off with a nude ‘virtually none’ lipstick or gloss and you have finished your no-makeup look. Keeping each product on the lighter side will give your face a no-makeup vibe while making you look beautiful.
Invest in multipurpose makeup
One of the best things you can do to speed up your makeup process in the morning is to invest your money in makeup products that can be used for multiple purposes. That the hard-earned dollars you earn through your small business or at your day job it should not be wasted, and multi-purpose makeup will ensure it is not wasted. Makeup Lines has come up with cream or powder based products that can be used on the eyes, lips and cheeks concurrently. With multipurpose makeup, you can complete your beauty routine even from the comfort of your own car when you are in a rush to get to work.
With the mechanics of your makeup routine in place, all you need is a few cute dress and a basic but astonishing pair of shoes. You do not have to break up with Netflix and party again just so you look like a neat human being at work the next morning.
Writer biography:
Jenny Harrison is a passionate fashion and lifestyle blogger. She loves to engage readers who search the internet for fashion, fitness and lifestyle information. He is a featured blogger on numerous high authority blogs and magazines where he shares his research and experiences with a wide online community. Currently, he’s related to Sophie and Trey, an online boutique that offers crop tops, white rompers, and cute dresses for girls. Follow him on twitter @MJennyHarrison for more updates.
