A Busy Girl’s Makeup Guide:

We all have the same elusive dream, don’t we? The dream of having nothing but time to devote to our beauty routines and leave the house every morning looking perfectly polished. Then reality comes along and tears every thing to shreds, including the hair I diligently washed the night before, so that I officially look like a walking tornado barging out the door to make it to work in time.

I always try my very best but just can’t seem to gather up enough extra minutes in my morning routine to glisten like a Hollywood vixen. So I cheat with these fabulous on-the-go products that every working girl needs:

 

Foundation:

Apply foundation evenly and in seconds with Maybelline New York Dream Nude Airfoam Foundation, $11. Offered in 12 heavenly shades, the lightweight formula leaves skin looking fresh and flawless.

Maybelline New York Dream Nude Airfoam Foundation photo maybelline.com

Maybelline New York Dream Nude Airfoam Foundation photo maybelline.com

Beauty Alert: When applying foam-based foundations, use less than you anticipate needing, the foaming agents allow the makeup to go farther than you expect.

 

Cheek & Eyeshadow:

Having makeup products that can be on double duty will save you time and money. The Too Faced Candlelight Glow Duo is an inspired powder that offers two unique shades that can be blended or used individually.

Apply the rose shade to the apples of your cheek to illuminate and brighten. Then apply the golden hue under your brow bone and the inner corner of your eyes for instant wide-awake eyes that shine.

Too Faced Candlelight Glow Duo Powder photo beautylish.com

Too Faced Candlelight Glow Duo Powder photo beautylish.com

Lashes:

Help your lashes last all day with Cover Girl LashBlast Mascara. Add volume and length to your lashes even in a rush. This mascara continues to impress me, plus it is hypoallergenic and suitable for contact lens wearers.

Cover Girl LashBlast Mascara photo covergirl.com

Cover Girl LashBlast Mascara photo covergirl.com

Liner:

Ergonomically designed to fit in to your hand with ease, the NYX Curve Eyeliner at $15 helps to draw a flawless line every time. Whether you wing it out or go for a classic line, this tool is perfect. No brush, no excess liquid, no mess, just beautiful results.

NYX The Curve Eyeliner photo instyle.com

NYX The Curve Eyeliner photo instyle.com

Lips:

E.L.F Studio Lip Balms are a must for every Colorado girl. Rejuvenate and protect your lips with hydrating oils and 15 SPF. Seal your look and highlight your lips with chic color that won’t stain your coffee cup.

E.L.F. Studio Lip Balm SPF 15 photo babemakeup.com

E.L.F. Studio Lip Balm SPF 15 photo babemakeup.com

Scent:

Calm your nerves and keep it light and fresh as your last step before you dash out the door. Apply the peaceful and romantic scents of Lavanila Vanilla Lavender Rollerball for $19.

Lavanila Vanilla Lavender Rollerball photo amazon.com

Lavanila Vanilla Lavender Rollerball photo amazon.com

Now all you have to do is quickly run out the door.