Take Five: The 5-minute face for busy moms
Almost every day, I run into a busy mopther and friend and the first thing she says to me is, “Don’t look at me, I didn’t have time to put makeup on today!”
Trust me, I’ve had my days, too. After some time though, it got me thinking. How long does it really take us to put makeup on? Is it that time consuming, or do we just think it is so we run out of the house feeling sorry for ourselves that we didn’t take time for us?
Ladies, for you, I timed it. Yep. I timed myself putting on my make-up on my face and I’m here to tell you that if I can do it – in just under 5 minutes with 3 little ones – so can you!
Today, I’m sharing with you the products I use along with a step-by-step “how to” so you can achieve the 5 Minute Face for Busy mamas!
1. Apply Bare Minerals Well Rested under the eyes. (Tip: A little goes a long way, especially after a sleepless night).
2. Using a large makeup brush, swoosh High Definition Foundation by Makeup Forever over entire face.
3. Add some color to your cheek bones with MAC’s Frankly Scarlet matte blush. (Tip: Smile when applying).
4. Apply MAC’s Mulch to the lids of your eyes and right above the crease.
5. Use MAC’s Teddy or Coffee to pencil on the top and bottom of your eye. (Tip: Meet each line at the corner of your eye).
6. Finish by applying Tarina Tarantino Mascara to your lashes.
Finally, don’t forget lips! Mine are usually done in the car with Softlips Pearl Shimmer or Coral Gloss.
You’re all finished and it took less than 5 minutes!
With three boys, it’s amazing how taking 5 minutes and applying just a little makeup can make me feel. When I take 5, I notice that I hold my chin a little higher, smile a little bigger and I feel ready for the busy day ahead!
Web columnist and local blogger Angelique Lorence is a mother of three boys, a Robert Morris University alumna and resident of Washington County. Visit her personal blog Where the Piggy Toes Go for this column and more on family, food, fashion and everything in between. Follow The Piggy Toes on Facebook and on Twitter: @thepiggytoes.