It’s Monday morning and you have slept through your first five alarms. You now have twenty minutes to get ready and get to class. Sure, you could just roll out of bed and go to class in your sweatpants, but that really hot guy sits two rows in front of you and what if today is the day he asks to borrow a pen!? Don’t panic. Here are eight steps to get you out the door looking like you have your life together.
1. Hair
Throw your hair in a bun or ponytail or slap on a beanie. Thank god that the “bed head look” is in style, and you can never go wrong with a classic knit beanie.
2. Base
If you usually wear concealer or a foundation, use it. This will even out your skin tone, making you look like you actually woke up with your alarm.
3. Blush
Brush on a little blush to complete your look and add vibrancy to your face.
4. Eyebrows
Fill them in lightly or shape them up like you normally would. Eyebrows frame your face and complete even a minimal makeup look.
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5. Eye highlight
Dab a bit of concealer or highlighter in the corner of your inner eyelid and blend to the outside. This will make you look more fresh and awake.
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6. Mascara
Somehow, eyeliner KNOWS when you are running late. You WILL smudge it or mess it up. Nobody has time for that. Put on some mascara to open up your eyes.
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7. Outfit
While you are rushing through this minimal make up routine, think about what you’re going to wear, that way you can throw it on as soon as you are done. Something simple and quick, like a sun dress or a t-shirt and jeans are an effortless look.
8. Breakfast
The most important meal of the day. Grab and go! (This is why granola bars were invented)
Also, don’t forget your textbooks!