When you’re a busy mom—or honestly, just an exhausted human for any reason—finding time for beauty routines can feel nearly impossible. I love how I look with a full face of makeup, but that’s just not my day-to-day reality. Still, there are quick little things that help me feel more put together. For me, it’s keeping a brush and ponytail holders in the car, and a tube of lip stain or gloss in my bag. A quick fix like tidy hair and a pop of color can turn meh into oh yeah in under a minute. Here are a few other ideas to help you look your best, fast.
From feeding to cleaning to running errands, motherhood is a demanding job that leaves little time for personal pursuits, let alone a beauty routine. While it’s perfectly natural to shift to the back burner things like applying mascara, nail polish, and contouring your face when you are nurturing a new life, finding time to maintain your beauty regime can be a soothing tonic for new moms. However, taking care of yourself is not about trying to mimic the appearance of models on magazine covers but understanding what makes you feel vibrant and confident.
Embrace the Bare Minimum
On busy mornings, less is more. Go easy with your makeup applications and embrace minimalism. Opt for a BB cream, which is a perfect amalgamation of moisturizer, sunscreen, and foundation – an absolute must-have for busy moms. Couple it with a quick swipe of mascara and a bit of a lip gloss combo. You can also consider tinted moisturizers which are efficient time-savers, with the added benefit of being lighter on the skin compared to regular foundations.
Multitasking Beauty Products that are Moms’ Best Friends
When you have one child crying for milk, another one missing a shoe, and breakfast still up in the air, choose cosmetics that serve dual functions. A lip stain that doubles up as a blush, or an eye pencil that can also define your brows is a great way to save time and still look polished. Invest in beauty products that work twice as hard as you do.
Strategic Use of Bold Colors
Lack of sleep can make you look fairly washed out. To counter this, you could use a pop of bold color, particularly on your lips. Use daring shades of ruby red, dramatic fuchsia or vibrant coral instead of sticking to the softer pink tones. This is an excellent distraction technique that draws attention away from any tiredness that you may be feeling.
Pampering Sessions are a Must
Set aside a specific period every week for a pampering session. This could purely be taking the time to take a long, relaxing bath, applying a face mask or polishing your nails. These calming activities can provide a much-needed sensory break from the hustle and bustle of a mom’s life. Whatever pampering means to you, make it a priority to nourish yourself both from the outside and the inside.
Remember to Hydrate
A healthy, radiant complexion has everything to do with how hydrated you are. Drink plenty of water continually throughout the day to flush out toxins from your body and keep your skin fresh. Also, remember to moisturize. A consistent moisturizing routine can make a world of difference, significantly when it’s the brutally drying diapers changing saga.
Motherhood may relegate your beauty regime to a lower rung on the priority ladder, but that does not mean you should let it slide off the list completely. It can be a challenge to juggle all the balls at once, but with a smart approach towards your beauty routine, you can feel good about yourself. So, invest time in a few essentials, use products that multitask and remember to pamper yourself from time to time. So, keep that mascara handy, slay with your lip gloss and reveal the beauty queen that you are with grace and confidence.
