5 Tips To Get Ready Faster In The Morning

Ps: These are for the busy ladies & the lazy girls!

The world has finally opened up again after two years of being cooped up at home! Woohoo!

I'm really looking forward to getting back to our typical routine of going to work, coffee breaks with colleagues, the Mumbai Local travel... But uggghhh….if there's one thing that irritates me, it's the morning routine!

These days, mornings have been difficult. Every day I snooze at least 17 times. Lying in bed. Dreaming it’s a Sunday when it’s a Monday. In hopes of getting more sleep. But… too stressed to rest. Cause I’ve got a list of things to conquer in the morning. I haven't even gotten out of bed yet, and the day already seems to be dragging me down!

This is my everyday morning saga. And if you get what I’m saying and feel every word, you NEED to read this article! Over the years I have found out clever tricks that will ensure your morning beauty routine takes half the time so that you can reach the office quickly + bag those extra minutes of beauty sleep! 

Sounds too good to be true? Read on….

 SKIP CARE IN THE SHOWER

So we aren’t telling you to skip the shower! Let’s keep it straight: Hygiene is ESSENTIAL. However, to maximize shower time, you can opt for a moisturizing shower gel that cleanses + moisturizes + deodorizes at the same time! The idea is to skip applying body lotion & deodorant, cause who has the time for it? Try out the fan-favourite Good Vibes Hydra Boost Shower Gel, which cleanses, sets skin free from dryness, and delivers a long-lasting freshness all at once! Another body wash customers love is the mCaffeine Naked and Raw Espresso Body Wash, which uses pure Arabica Coffee, Coffee Oil, and Natural AHAs to exfoliate, energise, and polish the skin.

 DO DRY SHAMPOO

Now when it comes to fixing your mane, I recommend avoiding washing your hair altogether. Washing your hair is only a recipe for disaster. The process is just way too long & arduous especially when it comes to styling! So the best solution is to invest in a dry shampoo that zaps away the oils in no time making the scalp smell super-fresh! It also gives your locks that much-needed lift when it falls limp in grease. Now when it comes to hairstyle, we recommend just a simple neat low bun, with a side / middle part that looks neat & polished!

Batiste Dry Shampoo is known for its instant hair refreshing abilities. However, if you’re looking for a mini version that you can travel with Innisfree Don’t Worry No Sebum Dry Shampoo is a good pick.

 MULTITASKING MOISTURIZERS 

It is not worth denying the skin a hydrating moisturizer, or a sun-protective SPF because you are pressed for time. In case of a time crunch, multi-tasking skincare comes in handy! Opt for a moisturizer with SPF, or moisturizers with foundation tints. It basically targets 2 or more concerns in one shot! Bullseye!       

The rich texture of Good Vibes Vitamin C Glow Gel Creme hydrates the skin while also removing dullness thanks to its high concentration of Vitamin C. If you’re looking out for an SPF + Moisturiser combo, then reach out for the Lotus Herbal Whiteglow Gel Creme with SPF 25 or a DermDoc Oil Control Day Cream with SPF.

If your looking for a bit of coverage and a makeup glow along with your hydration a Faces Canada CC Cream or a Ponds BB cream should do good.

HIGHLIGHTERS ALL THE WAY!

Trust me, if you haven’t slept the night, no one gonna know! Cause highlighters do the trick of brightening your face by attracting light, thereby zapping away any sallowness you may have! One sweep and viola! You’ll look well-rested with that swoon-worthy glow! The idea is to ace that lit-from-within look in FLAT 10 secs. So we’d suggest opting for liquid highlighters as they blend in seamlessly. Steer away from chalky highlighters with shimmery hues, unless a disco ball look in the morning is your vibe! May I suggest these 3 greatest glow givers of all time:

Swiss Beauty Liquid Highlighter: You get so much for your money in this highlighter! It’s highly pigmented, shades that melt into Indian complexion and doubles up like an eyeshadow.

NY Bae Strobe Cream: Now this is my personal favourite. You get a pearlescent sheen, with this strobe cream, almost like an Instagram "soft focus" filter. There’s nothing attention-grabbing. Just a subtle sheen. Picture ‘candlelight’ rather than the ‘spotlight’ for this one.

NY Bae Shimmer Drops: If you're looking for a beaming bright glow. Then this is for you. 

Let’s just say that this skin-like shimmer can be seen even from a far distance. It’s pretty “out there” and if that’s your vibe, go for it!

TARGET FOCUS ON  3 AREAS ONLY

Now, you don’t have the time for full-face makeup obviously. But the idea is to look polished in less time. So pick up 3 major concerns you’d like to tackle and run with them! To me, it’s concealer, mascara, blush, and done! Some girls may skip the blush for filling out their sparse brows. While some others may skip the mascara to wing out a liner.  So you get it? You can customize this routine the way you like. If you don’t know where to start, here are 2 makeup looks you can master in a hurry:

BARELY THERE LOOK (the image on the left): This monochrome blush look is so fresh and subtle. I love the way it lights up the face! All you need is a Blue Heaven Silk and Stain to dab a lil’ on the lip, cheek, lid! Got a few extra seconds, then fill your brows with the Maybelline Define & Blend Brow Pencil and you're ready!

THE ALWAYS RED-DY LOOK(the image on the right): Just keep things simple. Apply a Purplle Ultra HD Matte Mini Lipstick in Red, on the lip, sweep a Swiss Beauty Liquid Highlighter on the high points of your face, and finish off with a Maybelline Colossal Volum Express Mascara and you're ready to go, go, go! 

Other TOP TIPS to keep in mind:

• Utilize your sleep time, apply a rich night cream, and target pesky concerns while sleeping, so that you don’t have to deal with them in the morning rush!
• You can’t be playing treasure hunt with your beauty kit during a time crunch. Keep them in a place where you can easily find them when you need them.
• Invest in travel-sized products you can pop in your purse and use on the go.
• Making a fun playlist and using each song as a timer is another fun way to time yourself. Give yourself one song while doing makeup, and another song when doing your hair. This way you’ll get moving faster minus the stress!

 That's all there is to it, guys! Try it out, master it, and use it to your advantage in the mornings!
 

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