This series is all about how to make those Mondays just a little bit more manageable. I will give little tips and tricks to help you on those Mondays when it seems like you just cannot get it together.
In picture: Covergirl Concealer; Clinique Even Better Liquid Makeup and Loose Powder; elf baked blush; Covergirl Lash Blast Volume Mascara; Eyelash Curler from Walmart
Waking up in a panic because you forgot to set your alarm clock the night before is the worst way to wake up any day. On those days when you only have 5 minutes to get ready, these 5 items will be your life saver! And PLEASE don't think I am any kind of expert on makeup! This is just what I do when I don't have much time!
I always apply concealer under my eyes because I tend to have dark circles. Apply it in an upside down triangle shape under the inner corner of your eye and spread it towards the outer corner under your eye. Spread it with your ring finger because your ring finger gives the least pressure, protecting the fragile skin under your eye. Next, use the even better liquid makeup and apply all over your face. On top, use the loose powder all over making sure you blend both into your hairline and jaw. If it does not blend to the point that it matches the color of your face it is not the right color! Add the blush to the apples of your cheeks and along the top of your cheekbones all the way to the hairline. Last but definitely not least, add mascara! This opens up your eyes so much even if you don't have eyeshadow on! And I ALWAYS curl my eyelashes. I promise it's not as hard as it seems so don't be scared of eyelash curlers, please! Just take the eyelash curler and get as close to the upper lash line as you can and close it. If it feels like it's pinching your eyelids, it's too close. Curling your eyelashes does not hurt. It only takes ab 5 to 10 seconds for it to take effect, and I promise it will make so much more impact! I use Covergirl lash blast volume mascara and it does wonders for my lashes.
Now your face is evenly covered! And adding lipstick would be the icing on the cake for your 5 minute face! This is the lipstick I am currently using, and I think it's perfect to brighten up your face on this manic Monday!
In picture: Maybelline Red Revival
Hope this helps make your Monday a little easier!
Xoxo,
Whit
I want to add a little to this post. I realized I may have rushed through this post and left out a few things.
ReplyDeleteOne thing I would like to add is that the method I use for applying my liquid makeup and powder is the method I have always used. There is a newer method of applying makeup that involves contouring and highlighting the face. This method is specifically for applying makeup to accentuate the best features of one's face. I have never tried this method of applying makeup, which is why I didn't post it! But after finding this link on Pinterest, I might just try it! (If I do, I will post it onto the blog!) Here is a link to a step-by-step tutorial of how to contour and highlight! (Found via Pinterest!)
http://www.oncewed.com/diy/contour-and-highlight/#_a5y_p=990807
Also, if you feel too naked with just mascara on your eyes, you could add a little eyeliner for a more polished look. I found this link on Pinterest that shows the best way to apply eyeliner according to the shape of your eyes! Hope this helps!
http://loveyourmakeup.tumblr.com/post/50589816749/corrective-eyeliner