For someone who doesn’t have a lot of time in the morning to put on makeup, I’ve never been so happy to hear that the barely there makeup look is a trend. Honestly, who has that much time in the morning to create the Kim Kardashian look. Applying fake eyelashes, drawing the perfect cat eye, and getting that flawless foundation applied seems like too much to me. I’ve learned to pick and choose what is an absolute must in my makeup routine. I can get done in 10 minutes and still feel confident walking out the door not looking like i just rolled out of bed.

Tinted moisturizer with SPF - This step has a triple purpose. It moisturizes the skin to keep skin feeling hydrated. The tinted aspect gives a little coverage to even out the skin tone. And the SPF provides protection from the sun, which is an absolute must in your skincare routine.

Eminence Caramel Latte Tinted Moisturizer SPF 25 

Grooming the eyebrows - Eyebrows get overlooked a lot, but it makes a huge difference in giving you a polished appearance. For me, my eyebrows are on the thin side. Filling them in gives them a fuller look that accentuates my eyes. Make sure the correct shade is used; otherwise, they will not look natural. If you already have full eyebrows, tweeze them to give it shape and to keep them looking clean.

Sothys Eyebrow Pencil Superfine Line 

Tightline the eyes - Tightlining is applying eyeliner along the upper lash line. This step gives the appearance of naturally thicker lashes and bigger eyes.

Apply mascara - Mascara is a quick trick to brighten the eye area. Depending on your mood, you can layer it up for a dramatic look, or apply just a single coat if you’re wanting a more natural appearance.

GloMinerals gloLash Lengthening Mascara

Lip gloss or tinted lip balms - Use either balm or gloss to give your lips a hint of color and to keep them from feeling dry.

Skin Authority SkinSuit Lip

As you can see, I always try to incorporate products that provide multiple benefits in a single step. You may also notice that the eyes are important as well. Applying eye makeup will enhance it and prevent tired-looking eyes.