In a never-ending battle to keep up with today’s hectic pace of society, women are looking for quick and effective ways to take care of their skin and look cute. I hear from my clients all the time, “I want to look nice, but I just do not have the time to spend more than 10 minutes in the bathroom….” Great news! With the right essentials, even the busiest on-the-go gal can have a head-turning put-together look in no time at all with these 8 Essential make-up must-haves:
1. Tinted Moisturizer with SPF
- INSTANTLY OBTAIN seemingly flawless, glowing skin. Perfect for that no-make up look.
- FORMULATED AS AN ALL-IN ONE SUNSCREEN AND LIGHT SHEER COVERAGE that provides sheer color coverage, minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and blends naturally to match every skin tone.
- LIGHTWEIGHT AND NON-GREASY FORMULA that improves your skin's hydration and texture over time.
- BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 46 that protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays.
- Clean Formula Made in the USA: Our facial moisturizers are cruelty free and suitable for most skin types. All DRMTLGY products are formulated with you in mind right here in the USA to give you highest quality skincare products available.
Protection from the sun is a must, and a tinted moisturizer with an SPF is a perfect “Dash-out-the-door” solution! Although it is lighter in weight than a traditional foundation, this easy step will protect and even out your skin tone.
I suggest using a moisturizer that not only is fast-absorbing but also contains antioxidants such as green tea and grape seed extracts. These ingredients will help to nourish those delicate skin cells that can be easily damaged due to our hectic lifestyles.
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2. Cream Eye Color
- Eye Color
- Waterproof, crease-proof and long-earing
- Lasts for up to 10 hours
- .15 Oz
I LOVE cream eye color because it is the ultimate must-have for “on-the-go” looks! It is also great for the gal who finds it challenging to apply eye color because all you do is put the color on your lid. If you mess up a little, it is forgiving and can be easily blended.
Another perk is cream eye color is for women of all ages, so just be sure the product guarantees it will not settle in the creases of your eyes. I happen to use one that is long-lasting and can double as an eye primer! I recommend getting a brush to apply (I know of some that are only $10), or you can use your finger. Oh, and did I mention it is waterproof?!
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3. Mascara
- Lash Sensational Mascara: Exclusive fanning mascara brush with ten layers of bristles reveals layers of lashes for a sensational full-fan effect; Add the look of length and volume without clumping; Ophthalmologist tested, contact lens safe
- Define Your Eye: No eye makeup look is complete without Maybelline Mascara; Amp up the drama with The Falsies Mascara, keep it classic with the iconic Great Lash, or go for a smooth, clump-free natural-but-better look Colossal or Lash Sensational Mascara
- Maybelline Is The Eye Expert: Whatever your signature eye look, whether natural or dramatic, Maybelline helps create looks that draw eyes; With a broad array of pencil and liquid eyeliners, highly pigmented eyeshadows, iconic mascara, and eyebrow makeup
- Create any look with Maybelline; foundation, BB creams, concealers, and setting powders for the perfect canvas, eye shadows, mascara, brow pencils, and eyeliners for any eye look and lip products, from showstopping lipstick to plumping lip gloss
Mascara is a great on-the-go product that will make you look “done up” without much effort. Be sure to use a good quality product to prevent your lashes from becoming brittle and break and will last all day. It’s a good idea to use a waterproof formula for those of us who tend to shed a little when we get excited! Again, using a brush is the best way to avoid clumps.
Application tip: Start at the base of the lashes and move the brush back and forth, side to side, to create thicker, fuller lashes!
4. Lip Gloss/Lip Stick
- 5 PIECE MULTI FINISH LIP GLOSS KIT includes 215 Supernatural (Nude/Brown cream finish), 205 Snow Pink (Pink pearl finish), 203 Lean In (Pink pearl finish), 210 Pinkissimo (Pink pearl finish), and 270 Indulge In It (Plum/Berry cream finish)
- SHINE AND DECADENT MOISTURE. High shine, non-sticky lip gloss with all the color and hydration you crave
- SMOOTHING AND HYDRATING INGREDIENTS: Our lightweight, moisturizing lip gloss formula contains agave, moringa oil, and cupuacu butter that feels amazing on lips
- EASY APPLICATION. Our oversized applicator with reservoir tip bathes lips in a generous layer of glossy shine
- FIND YOUR PERFECT LIP KIT: Our most iconic lipstick is available in matte, cream, and pearl finishes, plus a glossy shine lip gloss
It doesn’t take much to make you feel like you are “put together” without spending hours in the bathroom, and lip gloss/lipstick is a great tool to use. Adding a quick application will help you that “little something extra” without taking a ton of time!
So I have talked about the make-up must-haves for the on-the-go-gal, but if you apply make-up, you MUST remove it. Sleeping in your make-up is terrible for your skin and can age you! The remaining must-haves are to help you minimize your time at night in the bathroom and are a bare minimum requirement to ensure you continue to have perfect skin.
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5. Eye Make-up Remover
This is one of my absolute favorite products and is a must-have for the quick removal of your eye make-up. I recommend gels over lotions because they are thicker and therefore they don’t leak into your eyes.
Since gels are thicker than lotion, I also recommend the use of cotton balls to avoid getting the product into your eyes. The other option is to purchase an eye make-up remover containing a cleansing agent, which will help dissolve any remaining residue after removing your eye makeup.
Use eye make-up remover rather than soap or a cleanser since the eye is a delicate area. Soap will strip the natural oils from your skin and can result in water-line irritation.
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6. Cleanser
- This product is non-sealed
- [ GENTLE FACE CLEANSER ] Daily face wash with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and glycerin to help hydrate skin without stripping moisture. Removes face makeup, dirt, and excess oil, provides 24-hour hydration and leaves a moisturized, non-greasy feel.
- [ NON-FOAMING CLEANSER ] Moisturizing face wash with a lotion-like consistency feels smooth as it cleanses, even on sensitive, dry skin. Fragrance-free, paraben-free, non-comedogenic and non-drying. Certified by the National Eczema Association
- [ MULTI-USE SKIN CARE ] Skin Cleanser for face and/or body and can be used as a hand wash. Suitable for daily cleansing morning (AM) and night (PM) for normal to dry skin.
- [ 3 ESSENTIAL CERAMIDES ] Ceramides are found naturally in the skin and make up 50% of the lipids in the skin barrier. All CeraVe products, formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II)to help maintain the skin’s natural barrier.
I know some products out there say they can remove your makeup for you; but if you want beautiful skin, you need to be proactive. That means removing make-up AT LEAST once at night, and more often if necessary.
During the day, if I am wearing make-up, I usually use a cleansing cloth that will remove my make-up, cleanse my face at the same time, and exfoliate. These are great if you are pressed for time, but I always prefer to have a cleanser just to ensure any remaining products are removed properly. If you can, use a cleanser that is refreshing and contains glycolic acid.
Remember, it doesn’t matter how much make-up you put on. If you haven’t taken care of your skin, your make-up will not look good. Thus cleansing is a must-have for your make-up bag! Be sure to pick the correct cleanser for your skin type (i.e., combo/oily; normal/dry).
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7. Eye Cream
- ✨POWERFUL HYDRATION: Deeply hydrates and moisturizes to reduce puffiness and bags under eyes and helps smooth out appearance of wrinkles. This anti-aging eye cream for women and men absorbs quickly to lift, hydrate and firm skin.
- ✨DECREASES PUFFINESS: Immediately reduce eye bags with our unique rosehip and hibiscus botanical complex. Our under eye brightening cream for dark circles significantly decreases the look of puffy eyes, loss of firmness, sagging skin, and dryness.
- ✨REDUCES DARK CIRCLES: This natural eye treatment cream for women and men targets discoloration and dark circles under the eyes and works to even out skin tone. It's suitable for all skin types and can be used during the day and night.
- ✨DIMINISHES APPEARANCE OF WRINKLES: Our hydrating wrinkle eye cream provides all day protection while softening the look of crow's feet and fine lines for a visibly smoother appearance. It provides hydration to the delicate skin around the eyes for a more youthful and radiant look.
- ✨CLEAN, VEGAN, NON-TOXIC INGREDIENTS: Has no artificial fragrances or colors and is free from sulfates, parabens, phthalates, petroleum, synthetic fragrances, artificial coloring, and formaldehyde. Cruelty-free; we never have nor ever will test on animals.
Our eye area is the first place we show our age, so why not halt that aging by using an eye cream. There are many eye creams out there, and I recommend starting early in life to prevent the early signs of aging (Yes, I’m talking to you early 20 somethings!).
Obviously, when you are in your 20’s you only need a basic cream that will do away with those pesky fine lines and wrinkles. For those of us over 30, I recommend using a “triple threat” eye cream; one that firms, brightens, and attacks the fine lines.
Application tip: Use your ring finger and pat, not rub, the cream under your eye to prevent pulling in the delicate eye area.
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8. Moisturizer
- Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer is formulated with dermatologist-recommended ingredients including ceramide-3, niacinamide, glycerin and La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water
- Double action helps repair skin’s natural protective barrier after 1-hour and provide up to 48-hour hydration. Produces a unique prebiotic action on the skin microbiome and restores healthy-looking skin
- Its lightweight cream texture easily absorbs into the skin to provide immediate comfort
- Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive. Fragrance free, paraben free, oil free, alcohol free, non comedogenic
- Formulated with Ceramide-3: to help retain moisture and maintain a healthy skin barrier. Niacinamide: helps restore skin's moisture barrier, and visibly fading skin discolorations. Glycerin: hydrates skin
Moisturizer is a must-have, and luckily it takes all of 20 seconds to apply it! Follow your cleansing with a moisturizer to keep your skin feeling soft and smooth! Remember, this moisturizer is for your face and not for your eyes. The skin around your eye is so delicate that you cannot use the same product for both. You should have a separate moisturizer for each area.
Conclusion
There! Now you have the 8 must-have make-up items for you on-the-go-gals! Not only can you feel beautiful in a short amount of time, but you won’t have a make-up bag full of items you’ll likely never use (or, as I like to call them, “graveyard beauty products”). Whether you are heading to work or play, these steps will ensure that your skin is healthy and glowing underneath all that make-up, making your skin the true head-turner.
Last update on 2024-04-06 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
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