6 minute makeup for the busy lady

I am, by no means a fantastic makeup artist. I am a licensed cosmetologist, and did makeup for 8 years when asked from my Hair clients...but no MAC or Bobby Brown pro! I used to wear top of the line makeup, until I found over the counter products that work just as good (if not better), became a one income family, and was tired of my children playing in it! Most of the products I use are little scraps here and there that fit in my makeup bag, and most are a nightmare to those that actually know what they are doing. But hey, my makeup looks good...doesn't take long...so get over it. 

Most of the time, I do my makeup in the car, once the boys are buckled in. I just sit in my driveway and go to town hahaha Hey, I know where the boys are, I have good lighting, and they aren't putting monster trucks in the toilet. 

As you can see, I have brushes from all sorts, loreal mineral powder, loreal liquid eyeliner, loreal mascara, ELF concealer, ELF blush/bronzer pack, and ELF quad eyeshadow pack. These are my fast go to products I always have in my bag. I have so much more makeup, but this is what I used for this tutorial. 

My before: 

I will admit, I have pretty good skin. Didn't always, but I try to take pretty good care of it...and genetics play a huge role! Any who....

Concealer under eyes, and highlighter under cheek bones,chin, down the nose, and center of forehead. You can skip this step if you want...It only took about 20 seconds...just sayin...

Rub it in....I use my fingers. I don't like makeup sponges....shhhh

Then, foundation. I use the Mineral Powder by Loreal. I absolutely LOVE it!!! 

Blush. Finding a good color is very important. And the placement!!! I follow the bottom of my cheek bone and go up...less is more, remember that. And, I love blush brushes....they are called that for a reason!!!! 

ELF actually imprints where the colors go for those that are clueless. Just an FYI...I cover my entire lid with a natural to work as a base. 

For the brow bone, I choose a medium shade....follow under the brown brown for those that don't like to blend. I concentrate on the corners of my eyes because I have tiny eyes :) 

I have been using liquid eyeliner since I was about 14. It's not for everyone...and takes a steady hand! You can use any eyeliner you want!!!! Just don't make it too thick and don't put too much on the bottom inside corners. It will make your eyes look smaller. Who wants tiny eyes besides Taylor Swift?!?!? I mean, really. 

Which eyebrow looks better? Yep. I love powdered eyebrow makeup over pencil. It looks more natural. You just need a harder brush, like this one: 

And I use my eyebrow makeup for underneath on the outside corners. Love it! 

Apply your favorite mascara! I haven't found mine yet, and I have been wearing makeup for 17 years. 

Don't forget the lipstick or gloss! 

After! 

As you can see, my eyes and cheek bones stand out more! It's a natural look, but made a difference! I timed this, and it only took 5 minutes and 22 seconds. And that was with stopping to take pictures! I know makeup isn't a priority for many women, but it makes me feel better. Not for anybody else, but for myself.  Makeup also protects your skin from the nasty environment and UV rays! 

If you don't have 5 minutes to apply a little, atleast put on some face lotion that has SPF, some mascara and some lipgloss!