How to create a flawless makeup look in 10 minutes

As much as we would like to put on make-up within five minutes and have shortcuts, there is no formula to shorten the time spent on putting it on. From eyeliner to highlighting, contouring, and everything in between.

While most people prefer going with the done-up makeup look, sometimes we just do not have the privilege nor the time to be spent putting on make-up or having that routine that will save you lots of time and be able to capitalise on things that are much more important.

With a few basics under your belt, you’ll be able to experiment like your favourite Instagram artist in no time. Let’s dive into it.

Start with the Eyes

You are most likely to have experienced professional makeup artists debating between whether you should apply your face or eye makeup first, but if you want to be applying makeup quickly and efficiently, you’d want to opt for the basic foundation to have a successful makeup.

Start with your eyes first before applying makeup on the rest of your face. That way, if you get any drop off from your eye makeup, it won’t mess up all the hard work you put into your face makeup.

Use Your Fingers

If you know how to use your hands properly and attain a skill with them then it is unnecessary to invest in fancy brushes to get that perfect look.

Your fingers make great tools for easy application. If it’s good enough for the pros, it’s good enough for us! Not to mention, this application method will give you a bit more leeway in your makeup budget to splurge on other makeup favourites.

If You Use a Makeup Sponge, Make Sure It’s Damp

While using your fingers is a foolproof method for a speedy makeup routine, you can still turn to tried-and-true makeup tools if you’d prefer not to get your hands dirty.

And if you choose a makeup sponge as your makeup applicator of choice, make sure to use it damp—not dry.

“This will not only make your application more flawless but it will also absorb less product into your sponge, saving product in the long run,” explains Mellinger.

Hold your sponge under lukewarm water for 30 seconds, then gently squeeze it to remove excess water. Her favourite (and ours)? The Original Beauty blender.

Take Advantage of Multi-Tasking Products

When it comes to speeding up your makeup routine, products that can be used for more than one step will be your best friend.

“I love a multi-purpose product to help with a speedy application and take the guesswork out of colour matching,” Mellinger says.

She recommends Ilia’s Multi-Stick for the technique: “Swipe the colour onto the apples of your cheek and blend out with your fingers for your blush. Then, use it on your lips to coordinate your lip colour with your cheeks. If you like a monochromatic feel, you can even swipe and blend on your eyelids for a one-colour product look.”

It doesn’t get much easier—or quicker—than that!

Using a multi-tasking product will not only help speed up your makeup routine, but it’ll also help you seamlessly create a uniform look.

Choose the Right Brow Product

Speaking of multi-tasking products, having an eyebrow pencil that you can use for your entire brow look is also a key trick to applying makeup fast. Mellinger recommends looking for brow pencils with a spoolie on one side and a pencil on the other to save time. Her favourite? Browluxe’s Precision Brow Pencil.

“Not only is it available in a wide range of shades—three cheers for appropriate shades for redheads—but the pencil tip is multi-functioning as well. Positioning the pencil in one direction gives you a wider stroke while the other direction gives you the ability to make hair-like sketches. I use the wide way to fill in the brow to give depth and then I twist in the opposite direction to draw in individual ‘hairs’ as needed. To soften and make it as natural looking as possible, I brush out the entire brow with the spoolie end.”

Don’t Rush to Fix Mistakes

Let’s be real—we’re all human. And when you’re in a rush, you’re bound to make a mistake or two. One mistake that’s all too common?

Applying mascara too quickly and ending up with a smudge on your eyelid or under your eye while applying mascara. While it may be tempting, don’t immediately wipe it off while it is still wet.

“Doing this will just smear it all over the beautiful eye application you just did, adding more time to your overall application,” Mellinger explains. Instead, she advises waiting until it is dry and then flicking it off with a cotton swab or clean and dry spoolie brush.

Take Care Of Your Skin

Perhaps, the most important step: prepping and taking care of your skin. The skin is the canvas for any and all things applied, so having a fresh palette to paint on will make your makeup routine 10 times easier.

To keep your skin in tip-top shape, be sure to use a cleanser daily, an exfoliator two to three times a week, and a hydrating cream in the morning prior to applying your makeup and in the evening before heading to bed.

Main Image: MakeUp Looks/TimesOfIndia

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