Quick 5 Minute Makeup Routine

With exams coming up, I barely have time to breathe let alone apply a full face of makeup. So as I am trying to cram in as much information as humanly possible, I only have time to apply the bare minimum so I can get up and out and bury my head in a book. These are my drugstore essentials for a quick and easy makeup look that won't take all day.

1) Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer
This is a recent purchase of mine and can honestly say it has become my go to concealer, it blends so effortlessly and looks great on its own without foundation. The applicator is really easy to use as I can just apply it where I need it and blend it out. It's also really cheap and great value for money.

2)Real Techniques XL blending brush
This brush is a god send It is literally the only the brush I reach for in a rush because I can do just about everything with this brush, I can blend out concealer, apply powder, blush, bronzer, I could probably use this brush to summon a unicorn it is that multi purpose! If you are someone who hates using a lot of brushes and wants a really great 'all rounder brush then this is ideal for you.

3) L'OREAL Back to Bronze Bronzer
As far as bronzer goes I am a sucker for a luxury bronzer, as drugstore bronzers tend to look to ashy, or too red or just completely miss the mark. But my mind has been changed. This bronzer gives a really beachy bronze, that just looks so sun kissed. It doesn't look orange or grey but just gives a really beautiful warm glow. This is the only drugstore bronzer I have ever used and loved, so will definitely be repurchasing, it also smells amazing!

4) Maybelline Lash Sensational Luscious Mascara
Now, this mascara isn't the best for in a rush as it is really easy to smudge it as it has quite a wet feel to it, but it does really condition my lashes. It gives a lengthening effect that really does make my eyelashes look huge! It doesn't sting and doesn't flake, so can guarantee, i won't have to worry about it all day. I have really sensitive eyes so am really picky when it comes to mascara, but this is definitely a new favourite.

5)Lanolips 101 ointment
I can't leave the house without a good lip balm! Lanolips ointment is a lip balm I have used for years and find myself always coming back to it, it's an all round good ointment you can use on cuticles, lips or dry skin. I always have this in my pencil case and apply it when I need it. It's hydrating, cooling and dries down quite quickly.

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