No time for a shower? Start the day with a few wipes. Beauty brand La Fresh makes wipes for almost everything, from face cleansing to sunscreen and deodorant. Start with a La Fresh Eco-Beauty Oil-Free Face Cleanser Scented Wipes, $9.99, for a quick cleanse, then use their deodorant, lotion, and sunscreen wipes.
Total time: 30 seconds
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Step 2: Makeup
All right, I'd be lying if I told you that this quickie makeup routine will make you red carpet ready. It won't. But it will make you presentable for the office or grocery store.
To start, grab a BB cream (it's a moisturizer, sunscreen, and foundation all in one). Don't already have one? These BB creams are our faves. Apply it all over your face (you could even apply an extra layer in areas like under your eyes, where you might need more coverage) using your fingers.
Next, use a curling mascara (so you can skip your eyelash curler), like Diorshow Iconic High Definition Lash Curler Mascara, $28.50. Then finish by swiping the apples of your cheeks and your lips with a lip/cheek tint. We love Korres Lip Butter, $12, which you can use on your cheeks and lips.
Total time: 1 minute, 30 seconds
Whether you're working in an office or you're a stay-at-home mom, mornings can be rough. You've got to get up (after not enough sleep), get the kids ready, get yourself ready, and maybe even try to squeeze in a few household chores before the day really gets going.
What usually gets lost in that morning chaos? Of course, the getting yourself ready part. Now, that's not the end of the world if it's just a matter of dropping off the kids and heading back home. But what about those days when you're going to work, running errands, or just want to move beyond a sweatpants-and-greasy-ponytail ensemble?
When you're drowning in to-dos, taking time to apply makeup or style your hair can seem laughable. But really, it only takes a minute or two to pull your look together -- if you know what you're doing. And taking that time for yourself can be a huge mood booster. Not only will you not cringe when you happen to glance in a mirror, but that bit of downtime in your morning routine (yes, even just 5 minutes) can really help relax and mentally prep you for the day. Plus, it's a lot safer than trying to apply mascara in your car.
Keep reading to see our step-by-step routine to get you out the door in 5 minutes flat.
