In full-admission, this school year has been a struggle. I've been struggling to get out the door in a timely fashion and I've cut my morning workouts completely. I'm starting to get back into the groove and I've solidified my morning routine in order to help. Read on to find out how you can look awake and put-together with minimal effort, so you can get out the door more quickly.
Now that I'm getting back in to my morning workouts, I needed to simplify my morning routine and to make sure the the products I'm using did their job- and did it well! I've rounded up my favorites that have made the biggest difference in getting me out the door.
Bumble and Bumble Nourishing Dry Shampoo- this stuff is life-changing. If you follow my Instastories, you know that I have a love-hate relationship with dry shampoo. I love that I don't have to wash my hair, but I hate the damage dry shampoo can wreak on my hair. It gets dry and brittle and I'm convinced this is why it breaks. This dry shampoo finds a way to leave hair feeling clean, but SOFT. REALLY! My hair feels better and better throughout the day and I am completely blown away by this product.
Josie Maran Argan Moonstone Drops- I LOVE argan oil and this is my favorite version yet. I can't really call it a primer, but I can tell you it makes you GLOW. The effect is the best result I've gotten and helps me look more awake and youthful... no highlighter required. I use it before my makeup application.
It Cosmetics CC Cream- this little tube does it all. Skincare, foundation, and concealer. This conceals everything in one swoop which really speeds up my makeup application.
Becca Undereye Brightening Corrector - My undereye area is always a struggle due to genetics (thanks Dad) and my never-ending allergies. This concealer is so unique. It's a universal pink color with some illumination to it. I was hesitant at first and now that I use it I never want to use anything else. It gives the most gorgeous coverage and light to my pesky dark circles.
Nars Soft Matte Concealer- to set the Becca concealer I put a little of this matte concealer on top and I am good to go.
Shesheido Eyelash Curler- if I told you how many curlers I've tried you'd probably not believe me. I have stick straight eyelashes and nothing works. I even heat the darn thing. I had a Revlon curler in high school that I only recently got rid because I couldn't find a replacement, until now. This eyelash curler is seriously magic and you will look awake in an instant.
T3 Straightening Iron- On days I'm in a major rush I just run a straightener through my hair. This one is great because I can bend my hair as I straighten to give it a subtle curl.
Tula Dual-Phase Skin Reviving Treatment Pads - while I don't use these in my morning routine, I do use them at night before bed. When I wake up my skin is literally glowing, so I need less makeup and can spend less time concealing skin problems. You can see a live demo below and if you decide to try them use code SUNSETS20 for 20% off!
Josie Maran Argan Moonstone Drops- I LOVE argan oil and this is my favorite version yet. I can't really call it a primer, but I can tell you it makes you GLOW. The effect is the best result I've gotten and helps me look more awake and youthful... no highlighter required. I use it before my makeup application.
It Cosmetics CC Cream- this little tube does it all. Skincare, foundation, and concealer. This conceals everything in one swoop which really speeds up my makeup application.
Becca Undereye Brightening Corrector - My undereye area is always a struggle due to genetics (thanks Dad) and my never-ending allergies. This concealer is so unique. It's a universal pink color with some illumination to it. I was hesitant at first and now that I use it I never want to use anything else. It gives the most gorgeous coverage and light to my pesky dark circles.
Nars Soft Matte Concealer- to set the Becca concealer I put a little of this matte concealer on top and I am good to go.
Shesheido Eyelash Curler- if I told you how many curlers I've tried you'd probably not believe me. I have stick straight eyelashes and nothing works. I even heat the darn thing. I had a Revlon curler in high school that I only recently got rid because I couldn't find a replacement, until now. This eyelash curler is seriously magic and you will look awake in an instant.
T3 Straightening Iron- On days I'm in a major rush I just run a straightener through my hair. This one is great because I can bend my hair as I straighten to give it a subtle curl.
Tula Dual-Phase Skin Reviving Treatment Pads - while I don't use these in my morning routine, I do use them at night before bed. When I wake up my skin is literally glowing, so I need less makeup and can spend less time concealing skin problems. You can see a live demo below and if you decide to try them use code SUNSETS20 for 20% off!
I also included my go-to work uniform- cozy tees, a cardigan and black jeans. This combination requires no thought and I can get dressed in a snap. Because I still to one color palette, it's easy to mix and match too. For more about my uniform, check out this Must-Have Monday post!
