JUMPSUIT: Nordstrom (also love this denim jumpsuit) // MAKEUP: Nudestix, Bobbi Brown, Charlotte Tilbury, Brush
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Truth be told I haven’t felt like getting ready lately (I’m sure most of you working from home can relate), but Monday through Friday I actually crave a sense of normalcy and routine! On these work days I need something EFFECTIVE yet EASY to get myself put together and ready for zoom video calls, photoshoots, blog posts, and whatever else comes my way. I recently picked up some new beauty products from Nordstrom that I’ve been playing around with and immediately feel the need to share with you because they are SO GOOD + SO EASY to apply (even for someone like me haha). I’ve figured out the perfect combination of tried and true favorite beauty products mixed with the new additions to my makeup bag to bring you 5 little beauty hacks to help you look awake, put together, and ready for the day in under 5 minutes! Trust me, they’ll save the day…
I’m no beauty expert, but I have picked up a few tips and tricks over the years in the fashion and beauty industry that have stuck with me… and they truly work! I also learned a couple beauty hacks from attending NYFW that the supermodels use, which is fun to emulate at home in under a few minutes to feel awake, alive, and bright!
Just trust me when I say these five little beauty hacks will make you feel confident, look like you got a full 8 hours of sleep, and seem energized and ready to take on your busy work-life balance we’re all trying to achieve these days…
- Apply makeup sitting in front of a proper beauty mirror. Sounds silly, but it really is such a game changer! I also like to light a holiday candle this time of year while applying makeup to start the day with a “fresh” scent.
- Easy and flattering eyeshadow in 30 seconds. This is the best trick in the book I started doing lately and it’s my favorite. Use the bronzer of your choice (I love this Charlotte Tilbury bronzer and the Nars Duo that I’ve been buying for 10 years) as eyeshadow. Apply either with your finger or a little fluffy brush, and dust the bronzer in the crease of your eyelid. Easy as that!
- Brighten up your eyes. Specifically the inner corner of your eyes! I shared this beauty hack on my Instagram stories a few months ago, and you girls went crazy over the trick. It’ll take 10 seconds but will make a world of difference in how alive, awake, and bright your eyes look, no matter the color! I specifically use color “truffle” in the Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick and apply in the inner corner of my eyes to really make them come alive! They call this the “stroke of genius” because you simply stroke and go.
- Easily add a pop of color + bronze real quick. All you need for this is your Nudestix! If you’re all about easy + quick, this is the #1 product you need to snag because with one simple product, it covers a lot of territory to looking alive in the mornings. There are simply 3 colors in this Nudestix pack, and each have a purpose. I like the color “sweet peach peony” for my lips AND apples of my cheeks- apply with the stick and then use your fingers or a blender brush to blend. I also add the color “sunkissed” on your cheekbones for the fresh-faced, bronzed, natural look! You could also opt for this Nars duo powder option if you prefer it over cream sticks.
- Finish off with a 10 second glow. My favorite of the three Nudestix might be the shade “hey honey” which is great for adding a luminous glow and is the secret to coming alive! Simply swipe on the bridge of your nose, bridge of your cheeks, and under your eyebrows for the ultimate natural looking highlight + glow.
What are some of your favorite beauty hacks?! I’ve love incorporating simple yet effective makeup tricks into my routine and would love to hear yours in the comments below. Whether you are a makeup guru or newbie to applying makeup, I hope you found this blog post valuable!
Since we are approaching the holidays, I thought I would quickly round up some great holiday gifts for the beauty lovers below. I love that Nordstrom has free shipping + returns, just incase! So add these to your Christmas wishlist OR shop for a friend, sister, or mom:
A huge thank you to Nordstrom for partnering with me in today’s blog post! And thank you for supporting all of the brands I love to work with on Torey’s Treasures!