Listen up, my friend. I know that you are a busy, busy woman. Being a Polished woman means that you’re always on the go – but you always have to look good! You can’t be out here looking like you’re rushing around and haven’t put any effort in. But when you’re crunched for time, your appearance can be the first thing to go. Enter: The Polished 10-Minute Makeup Routine!
You don’t need a ton of products to put on a flawless face in record time. You just need the right ones! However, it goes without saying: finding the right products for your skin tone and skin type is essential. If you’re unsure, consult a professional makeup artist! Use your resources to avoid wearing the wrong colors and products. Remember, you know your face best – so choose what works for you!
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Step 1: Base
I love a full beat, but I can’t always be bothered with a full-coverage foundation. But there are just some days I want or need the coverage; this is one area that I think is worth the splurge! Not into foundation, but want some color? A tinted sunscreen is an excellent alternative. At the very least, you should ensure your skin is hydrated – a great moisturizer will do the trick.
Step 2: Concealer
I am the biggest advocate for ensuring that you get as much sleep as possible. But your girl often looks more well-rested than she is! Why? Because my concealer game is on point. Do concealers always crease and pill for you? Switch to a brightening eye cream – it’ll create the illusion of concealer without an added layer of makeup!
Step 3: Blush
I could not be more into these cream blushes out here! They’re super pigmented and lush – and a little goes a long way. But sometimes you just want a classic powder blush (this NARS one always takes the cake!). If you’re on vacation and can’t be bothered, try a little bronzer instead of blush to enhance your sun-kissed glow!
Step 4: Brows
For me, this is the step where the look starts to come together! You don’t even have to fill in your brows very much – a clear or tinted gel will do. A combo of a gel + pencil will ensure you look as put-together as possible! Having a little bit of definition above your eyes will enhance your entire look.
Step 5: Mascara
Mascara is essential for a put-together face. It’ll make it look like you’re wearing more makeup than you actually are! There’s a soft spot in my heart for drugstore mascara, but you do you! And clear mascara is a great choice if you don’t want to go too bold with your lashes. (Also… I do love a primer. Makes your mascara stay allllll damn day!)
Step 6: Lips
It’s the winter time – which means that our lips can easily get dehydrated and chapped. This Laneige lip sleeping mask is a game changer, even during the day! I love a tinted balm or gloss, too. There’s something the kids call a “lip combo”, which is usually a lip liner paired with some kind of gloss – and damn if they don’t know what they’re talking about. It’s the perfect office lip look! Of course, you can never go wrong with a fire-engine red Mac lipstick. It’s iconic for a reason!
I won’t even lie – sometimes I do this routine in my car! I promise that it can be done – whether you’re in the carpool line, the airport lounge bathroom, or running late in an Uber. You can look every inch the Polished woman in 10 minutes or less with this simple routine + great products.
Got this down, but need some clarity with your wardrobe? Join The Polished Woman 5-Day Clarity Challenge, or contact me to set up a Style Chat! Let’s level up how you show up!
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