Life has changed dramatically for me over the past 12 months to say the least… I got married to Nick and had a baby, Paddy and published a Children’s book! Clearly I was not thinking about myself at all. So for me to say I have less ‘me’ time available now would be an understatement. I have had to adjust my everyday beauty routine to be super quick but effective and time saving. For this blog I wanted to compile a list of the top 8 time saving beauty hacks I do every day using my favourite products that clean and care for my skin and also a few makeup options for those days you need a bit of extra help (which I’m not going to lie, is most days for me).
1. I use my PMD Clean Pro religiously EVERY single morning.
I have both the PMD Clean Pro RQ and the PMD Clean Pro Silver, however there are many options to choose from depending on your needs and budget. I cleanse my face for around 2 minutes using the bristle side which makes my skin feel SO fresh and clean after. It seems to wake my face right up and I instantly feel like I look more alive. Also, using this everyday means I stay clear of breakouts as it breaks down the dirt and oil from within my pores with the vibrations. I SWEAR by this product.
2. Sunscreen - this is THE NUMBER ONE product for anti-aging.
I use a moisturising sunscreen after I cleanse to protect my face from the harsh and damaging UV rays from the sun which is a massive cause of wrinkles, dark spots and sagging. Most importantly it helps protect you from developing skin cancer.
Here are a few of my favs:
- TBH Skin Shady 50+
- Ultra Violette SPF 50+
- Mecca Cosmetica To Save Face SPF 50+ Sunscreen
- Cancer Council Face Day Wear BB Cream 50+
My skin changes seasonally which means so do my sunscreens, so you need to find one that is right for you.
My favourite and top recommendation would be the TBH Skin Shady 50+ face Moisturiser sunscreen as I feel like it would suit most skin types. I have been using this for years.
3. Concealing the dark colour bags under my eyes with Tarte Shape tape.
After I put on my sunscreen, concealer is a must as the bags under my eyes are hectic at the moment 😳. I dab three dots under each eye and use a brush to blend it into my skin. Takes like 5 seconds.
4. A quick freshen up with Sabbia Co mineral BB Cream.
I love this product! Such a great alternative to moisturiser. Light coverage that blurs out imperfections but doesn’t clog your skin like foundation.
5. These are my two favourite products for when I need some extra glam.
Both products apply with ease and are effortless. The bronzer is super natural looking and the mascara separates the lashes nicely without clumping.
6. Easily get that sunkissed glow with Ecotan Face Tan Water!
I love this product! When I have this on I instantly feel more confident. I don’t use this daily but I use it whenever I feel like I need some extra glow in my life or when I have a super busy week when I know the concealer and BB Cream will take a back seat. Literally I wake up glowing and I’m ready to hit the day running.
7. An overnight facial while you sleep with Eco Tan Glory Oil.
After cleansing at night all I use to hydrate my skin is Glory Oil. During the warmer months I will mix a few drops in with a moisturiser as my skin tends to get oilier naturally.
8. TREAT YOURSELF!
These are My 2 Favourite quick and easy treatments for when I have an extra 10 mins to myself.
The James Cosmetics eye masks give under my eyes an instant pick me up, I try to use these once or twice a week (especially on the days I get woken through the night!). The Super Acai exfoliator is great for those days that I feel my skin needs a bit of a resurface. It doesn’t leave my skin feeling stripped and dry after either as it leaves a coating of oil which feels beyond AMAZING!
So there you have it...
That was my Top 8 time saving beauty hacks for busy mums. If that helps get you closer to feeling like you are a semi-functioning human, while juggling the day to day life fun that is being a mum, then I am really happy.
xo Tara