I rarely have the motivation to get up in the mornings, let alone put on a full face of makeup. So when I have to look my best or when I want to slap some foundation on my skin, these are my go-to products.
Most of these products I've used for quite a few years and have either been given to me as a gift or I've bought myself. I know some of these aren't the cheapest, but if you're interested in trying them, I suggest looking on QVC where they sell them cheaper and sometimes offer Easy Pays.
Which allows you to pay a portion of the amount owned each month.
The three brands that you probably can't find on QVC are Burt's Bees, OPI, and NYX. But don't worry, Ulta carries almost everything on this list! Though, I do strongly suggest taking the less expensive option with IT Cosmetics and the Clarisonic.
Without further ado, here are the products that me, a lazy and unskilled individual, uses when it's time to haul off to work and school in 20 minutes.
1. NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream
I cannot tell you how much I LOVE this product. It's super easy to apply and it lasts forever! I'm someone who constantly worries whether my makeup is smugging or not and this lip cream never fails to last through even the messiest of food.
Available on Amazon for $4.19
2. NYX Wonder Stick
Sticking (no pun intended) with the same brand, we have the Wonder Stick. And it definitely lives up to the name. I have never tried to contour my face before using this product, so when I bought it I was eager to test it.
And I was not disappointed. Not only was this easy to use, but it was lightweight and took me not even a minute to apply.
Available on Amazon for $6.99
3. NYX Matte Liquid Liner
I've always been pretty picky with my eyeliner and had trouble finding ways to keep it from imprinting on the top of my eyelid. With this product those issues are gone! It glides on quickly and smoothly and is easy to wipe away if you can't even up both eyes.
Available on Amazon for $6.97
4. IT Cosmetics - Confidence In a Compact
MY FAVORITE FOUNDATION! It has SPF 50 so you're taking care of your skin and, sticking with the theme, it's easy to apply. A little goes a long way with this product, a swirl of your brush in the formula can cover my chin and cheek. Also, it's FULL COVERAGE so the acne, redness, and any unwanted problems disappear!
Available on Amazon for $36.00
5. IT Cosmetics - Mascara
This is slightly broader because I've tried more than one of IT's mascara and can honestly say that they're all amazing. One swipe makes all the different in length and quantity. It's almost like it adds lashes to your eye.
Available on Amazon for $23.65
6. Clarisonic - Mia 2 Cleansing System
Fun fact, I have this exact one! Clarisonic's are really easy to use and actually work when cleansing your face. I use mine everyday and I've noticed a huge difference in my acne. Plus, my face genuinely feeling clean after using this device.
Available on Amazon for $169.00
7. Burt's Bees Lip Balm
I have never loved a lip balm the way I love Burt's Bees Lip Balm. Whenever I use it, I instantly feel relief and my lips feel 100% better than when I didn't have it on. This product actually softens your lips instead of drying them out more so you would have to apply more on your lips.
Available on Amazon for $7.99
8. OPI Infinite Shine
I hate doing my nails. I hate the process. I hate the fact that I can't use my hands for hours upon end. And I hate that even if my nails have been completely dry for the past five hours I still end up with pillow creases in them!
This collection has saved my sanity and renewed my love for painting my nails. Not only are the colors vibrant and beautiful (LOOK AT THEM), but it dries so incredibly fast! And the next morning, when I expect to find them ruined with the impressions of my pillowcase, I discover that they're just as smooth and shiny as the day before.
Available on Amazon for $12.50 in multiple colors
9. WEN Cleansing Conditioner
Do you like cruelty free? How about naturally cleansing and RESTORING your hair? And what if I told you that this product takes away that staticy hair that we all hate when winter comes around?
This product has saved my hair and then some. I have long, thin hair that I always used to straighten as a kid, which only damaged and made it break away, leaving it thinner. Nowadays, with the help of this wonderful product, my hair is growing faster than ever and appears thicker than it actually is.
And if you dye your hair, then good news! This product was created to make your color last instead of making you wash all that money down the drain.
Available on Amazon for $32.00
10. Bobby Pins
This one isn't really a beauty product per say, it's more like a hack. If you take a hot washcloth and hold it to an area on your face with blackheads for a few minutes, then take the rounded end of a bobby pin and run in over, pushing it into your skin, it will remove all that gunk and build up leaving your pores clearer. I've been doing it the past couple nights and I can truly say I've seen a difference.
Available on Amazon for $2.19
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