The Ultimate 5-Minute Makeup Routine

If you love wearing makeup but are short on time, you will be pleased to know that it is possible to do your makeup in just 5 minutes. To make it look good and not a rushed job, be smart about it and only pick the key products you need. Also, be wise to use quality brands such as Cle De Peau. 

Makeup should start with your skincare before popping your foundation to ensure you have cleansed and moisturised to the minimum. This helps with having a good, clean base to start with, and it also helps your products to apply well and look beautiful. Unless you have oily or combination skin, you can skip the primer, so there is one less product to buy. 

Read on to learn the steps for a 5-minute makeup that are quick and easy. 

Step 1: Foundation

You need not necessarily use a foundation over your face; you could just place the product where you want the most coverage. Start in the center of your face and blend the product towards your hairline with your chosen application method (fingers, brush, or sponge).

Most of the product will be in the center of the face, where the most redness and discoloration are seen. By the time you reach the hairline, very little product will be left, so it is ideal if you do not want to fully cover up with a foundation.

If you want even coverage across the face and want to apply it quickly, grab a buffing brush and blend the product in circular motions across your whole face. This will ensure the foundation is thoroughly blended into the skin. 

Step 2: Concealer

Grab a concealer for corrections to cover dark circles or blemishes under your eyes. You may see that your foundation hasn't quite fully covered dark circles or blemishes, so you will need extra help from the concealer. It is better to do minor cover-ups using concealer than go back in with more foundation. Also, with the latter, the finished look will appear too heavy.

If you feel pressed for time, you can totally skip the first step of using foundation and use your concealer as a base in areas where you would prefer the most coverage. Concealer works well with the warmth of your fingers, but you could use a sponge or small brush to push the product onto the skin. Avoid swiping motions, as it may disturb any foundation underneath.

Step 3: Multi-Cream Cheek/Lip

Get a product designed for both the lips and cheeks. This is not only a time saver but also helps your makeup look in tune. You could even swipe a small amount through the eye socket. Tap the product onto your cheekbones slowly, using your fingers, ensuring to blend it into the base. Then, apply a slick of color to your lips. Fingers work best with a cream product, as the warmth helps blend the product into the skin better.

Step 4: Cream Eyeshadow

Are you stretched for time but also want something in your eyes? Grab a cream eyeshadow and blend it across the lids using your finger. One or two swipes and voila, you are done. There is nothing to worry about how long it will take you to blend powder eyeshadows.

Step 5: Mascara

Pop a few coats of mascara on your lashes, as this gives your eyes definition and brings them to life. You can completely skip this step and also treat yourself to a brow tint that will last between 4 and 6 weeks.

 Step 6: Powder

The powder is essential if you struggle to get your makeup to last all day or have oily or combination skin. Simply apply it where needed, taking a small amount and pressing it into the skin using a brush; less is more!

A little extra bonus: if you need to wear your makeup from day to night or struggle to get anything to last on your skin, grab a setting spray and apply it 3–4 times across your face to fix everything into place.

Step 7- Lipstick

There is nothing better than a little lipstick for a put-together look in a flash. It looks like you've put in a lot more effort than you have. For a foolproof finish, try a moisturizing lip or anything of a subtle shade. It adjusts based on pH levels, giving you a custom color that suits 'your lips but better' shade. Glide it on, and it will finish your look perfectly—turning you into a gorgeous beauty in a flash.

The bottom line

Today, makeup has evolved beyond talc and lipstick. Creating flawless and breathtaking looks using many beauty care products is now the art. To help you create that perfect look, All Best Beauty offers premium skincare and the finest makeup products at affordable rates.