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If you’re like most busy parents, you probably think that you don’t have the time (or the energy, for that matter) to indulge in a makeup routine. But hold on! Before you dismiss the idea completely, let me share something wonderful. I’ve discovered that a simple makeup routine can work wonders for my mood, and it’s not as time-consuming as you might think.
Try adding just a couple of steps into your daily routine. It could be applying a dash of an uplifting lipstick or spending a minute perfecting your eyebrows with brow pencils. Nothing too fussy or complicated, just a few simple steps. For me, that alone can be a game-changer and here’s why:
Brightens Up Your Day
Adding a touch of colour to your face can do more than just enhance your natural features. It can also give you a much-needed boost of energy and confidence. Just a little swipe of a pretty colour on the lips or a quick fill-in of the brows can transform you from tired-looking to effortlessly put-together. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t need a confidence boost on those manic school-run mornings?
Mini Mindful Moment
The act of applying makeup can take on a form of mindfulness if you let it. The focus you give to tracing your lip liner or carefully creating that soft eyeshadow blend becomes a meditative distraction from the chaos that often ensues around us. These moments of pause, where you focus on yourself even if it’s just briefly, can do wonders for your mental wellbeing.
Creative Outlet
Makeup artistry, even in its simplest form, is exactly that – an art. It offers us an outlet for creativity in an otherwise predictable routine. Experimenting with different lip colours, cheek tones or brow shapes can awaken the artist within you and get those creative juices flowing at the start of your day.
A Form of Self Love
We often focus on taking care of everyone else around us, forgetting to take care of ourselves. Incorporating a makeup routine into your day is an act of self-love. Time spent pampering and beautifying ourselves sends a statement that we matter, too. Even in the midst of making breakfast, ironing school uniforms, and bustling kids out the door, taking a few moments for ourselves is crucial.
A Segue to More Self-Care
Starting with a simple makeup routine can lead to incorporating even more acts of self-care into your life. You might find that once you’ve begun setting aside this time for makeup, you’ll be inspired to make time for a quick yoga stretch, a full skincare routine, or even just a peaceful hot cup of tea in the morning.
In conclusion, a simple makeup routine can indeed play a dynamic role in lifting your mood and self-esteem. It’s not vanity, and it’s most certainly not just fluff, but rather a true form of self-care that we often overlook. Remember, it’s not about masking, it’s about celebrating yourself and expressing your personality and style.
Keep glowing and keep growing, beautiful ladies. Let your self-care journey begin with a simple makeup routine, and see how it could uplift your mood, instil confidence, and make you feel more empowered. You are worth every bit of time you devote to yourself.
Take good care of yourselves. You’ve got this!
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