Mornings never have enough time. This routine takes about ten minutes and keeps your face looking fresh and polished through the whole workday.
1. Moisturise and protect (2 minutes)
Great makeup starts with hydrated skin. Apply a thin layer of moisturiser, give it a moment, then follow with SPF 30 or higher. Don’t skip this, even if you spend the day indoors.
2. A sheer base (3 minutes)
Instead of heavy foundation, use a cushion compact or a light, sheer foundation. Apply it to the centre of the face and blend outwards. Spot-conceal dark circles and blemishes.
3. Brows and eyes (3 minutes)
- Brush brows upwards and fill sparse areas with a soft brown pencil
- Sweep a neutral taupe shadow across the lid
- Apply mascara to the top lashes only
4. Cheeks and lips (2 minutes)
Pick a creamy lipstick in dusty rose or peach. Dab a little onto your cheeks and blend, then use the rest on your lips. Matching cheeks and lips looks harmonious and saves on products.
Tip: finish with a facial mist or setting spray so everything looks more natural and lasts longer.
Once it becomes second nature you can get it down to seven minutes. The key is a few products you can use in more than one way.
