Monday, September 20, 2010

Tips to a '5-Minute Face'

We've all had one of those days where we were in a hurry,were running late,didn't have much time on our hands, BUT needed to do our makeup. here is the way I create my '5-minute-face', when 5 minutes is LITERALLY all I have.

*Apply concealer to any blemishes/red spots that need it, and to under eye circles, if need be.
*Fill in brows, I usually do so with an eyebrow pallete(E.L.F. has a really good one) or with Maybeline Define a Brow (if you prefer Pencil).Make sure your strokes are very light to ensure a natural look, and AFTER you have filled your brows in, ALWAYS use a "spoolie"(it's like a CLEAN/UNUSED mascara wand) to brush your brows to soften any harsh lines/get rid of any excess product.
*MASCARA-MASCARA-MASCARA!! Even if I leave home with a completely bare face, I curl my lashes/use at LEAST 2 coats of mascara to give me that "wide-eyed" look
*Powder-Normally, when I do my entire face(my normal routine,including foundation) I use MAC's pressed powder because it's lightweight and gives you an amazing finish
-Side note: ALWAYS use a fluffy brush, when applying ANY powder for an even finish.
*Lip Gloss/Lip Stick. As of late, my signature lip has been a pink one.It isn't too bright(which makes it wearable for work,ect) and it isn't too light/sheep(which makes me feel pretty without feeling too loud) a nude lip is also a great go-to lip when you don't have a lot of time on your hands for application(I normally do my lips in the car,any ways...lol)
*Blush or Bronzer....whenever you are doing such a simple face, you ALWAYS want to exagerate or "highlight" a feature so that you look "put together" Blush is an amazing thing, and I honestly think it adds the perfect amount of color to your look.

So THIS is the way I create my 5-minute face, that has gotten me through sooooo many time crunches,last minute plans,ect. To each his own, but I really hope this helps you!!

Stay Beautiful, Bellas!!