Cutiest Ways To Speed Up Your Morning Beauty Routine

If you were granted one session with a top-notch stylist, what secret would you demand to know? The perfect shade of lipstick? No…those change with the season. Whether you should use cream or powder foundation? No, again…your skin is likely to change as you age, so one single formula won’t always be right. How to look gorgeous without spending hours in front of the mirror? Now, that’s a secret a lot of women would love to be in on. Fortunately, you don’t actually need to visit a stylist for that one. I’ve got some tips right here that will help you squeeze in a few more swipes at the snooze button and still leave home on time, looking gorgeous.

1. Take a cue from top chefs

What could chefs possibly have to do with your morning beauty routine? Well, the best chefs swear by something called “mise en place.” It’s a French phrase that means “put in place.” Before they start cooking, they make sure they have their ingredients prepped and all of the tools they need clean and ready to go. It’s a strategy worth copying. Before you go to bed, set out everything you’ll need to get ready the next morning. You’ll be amazed how much time you save by not having to fumble through your drawers looking for your favorite eye shadow.

2. Power up your tools

Cut down on the time it takes to do your hair by investing in professional-grade styling tools. Heavy-duty driers like professional stylists use can cut your drying time almost in half, and professional straightening and curling irons get hotter faster, giving you better results in less time. Just make sure to stock up on heat-protectant styling products. You don’t want your fancy new tools to damage your hair.

3. Let nature do some of the work

Another way to cut down on the time it takes to dry your hair is to let it air dry while you do the rest of your morning routine. By the time you’ve brushed your teeth, had breakfast, done your makeup, and dressed, your hair will be damp rather than sopping wet. Not only does it save time, it’s easier on your hair.

4. Go for the tint

If you’ve got sparse or light-colored brows and lashes, consider having them tinted. That will let you skip a couple of time-consuming steps without sacrificing that polished look you depend on. Plus, there’s a bonus: no clumps or smudges from a rushed mascara application.

5. Wax it away

Keeping your legs smooth is a major time hog, and shaving just further irritates legs already chapped by winter weather. Banish the prickles for weeks at a time by having your legs professionally waxed. You’ll love not having to worry about whether you can squeeze in one more day of not shaving. Even better, no nicks! The last thing you want to do when you’re already rushed is to try to stem blood streaming from the back of your ankle.

6. Set your priorities

On mornings when you’re particularly rushed, you can save time by knowing your strengths and weaknesses. Bad undereye circles? Don’t skip the concealer. Blotchy skin? Make foundation a priority. High cheekbones? Skip the contouring and just apply a little blush.

7. Use your fingers

Even if you’re a master with your makeup brushes, it’s OK to skip them when you’re rushed. Applying makeup with your fingers speeds things up. You also use less product and, even better, you don’t have to clean your brushes. (You do clean your brushes, right?)

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8. Use a multipurpose primer

Maybe your makeup bag is filled with primers for every purpose under the sun: color-correcting primers, pore-minimizing primers, line-erasing primers, etc. They’re great when you have the time. When you don’t, one of the multipurpose primers is a good substitute. There are several that work to minimize pores and lines, add illumination, and correct blotchiness all at the same time.

9. Replace two steps with one

You know it’s bad to skip moisturizer, but you feel naked without foundation. Why not use a product that does both? Tinted moisturizers are the perfect solution to rushed mornings. They nourish your skin while adding a layer of sheer coverage that makes you look fresh-faced and ready for the day.

10. Streamline your products

Another good way to cut precious minutes from your morning routine is by cutting down on the number of products you use. A creamy cheek and lip stain is a breeze to put on and looks fabulous. A shimmery eye shadow in a neutral shade can add quick highlights to your cheekbones. And a brow pencil can double as an eyeliner in a pinch.
No one feels gorgeous when they’re rushed, but you shouldn’t have to sacrifice an hour of precious sleep, either. These 10 tips can help you look your best while saving time for what’s important: your relationship with your snooze button. What’s your best way to speed up your morning beauty routine?
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