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Being a stay at home mom means that I don't dress up very often. It tends to become a habit when you have multiple children and pets always smearing something on your clothes or in your hair. I wear minimal makeup, (5 minute makeovers!), I wear my hair up (on most days) and I wear yoga pants, a lot. Just to give you a basic picture. There's nothing wrong with this, it's me but sometimes I need some extra motivation to get going in the mornings, besides a good cup of coffee.
Some days I need a pick-me-up by doing simple things for me. I start my day on the right foot, I am energized. I feel like I can take on the day and whatever it throws my way.
The first thing, a hot shower. With smaller kids or babies in the house it can be harder to tackle this, I know I've been there but my kids are a little older now.
I try to get up a bit earlier than them on busy weekday mornings so I can enjoy this "me time". Plus, one bathroom means mama has to take advantage when she can!
I am picky when it comes to my hair (because it's so thin and unmanageable most of the time!) and my favourite shampoo for the longest time has been Pantene. My hair always feels soft, clean and *gasp* manageable. Plus, it smells nice. There are different shampoo and conditioner combinations to choose from depending on the type of hair you have and what result you're looking for like Pantene Daily Moisture Renewal and Pantene Damage Detox work great for my type of hair. I also like using the Pantene Pro V weekly rehab cream to help strengthen my hair and keep it healthy.
When you're feeling happy, you smile more. The Oral B Crossaxtion Manual toothbrush combined with Crest 3D White Brilliance Boost Polishing treatment does the trick. If you're happy and you know it, smile!
Speaking of smiling, without too much makeup, I can brighten up my look with COVERGIRL Outlast longwear moisture lipstick. I've been loving the Outlast collection, this lipstick comes in different colours including mauve and red of course!
Even if I'm not going anywhere special, it doesn't mean I can't do something to make myself feel good! You should too!
:-) #sorrynotsorry
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I find my best pick me up is to get a quick shower and all dolled up!! Lipstick is a must for sure to complete the pick me up :)
ReplyDeleteMy best pick-me-up beauty tip is to get plenty of sleep and drink lots of water, then a shower
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to drink a lot of water! It keeps you looking awake and really helps your skin!
ReplyDeleteMy best pick me up makeup tip, is to throw on some more blush, add a little sparkle to your eyes and a bright red lip!
ReplyDeleteMy best pick-me-up beauty tip is wear makeup colors according to season or holiday!
ReplyDeleteMine is usually coffee :) but adding some mascara and lip gloss makes me look lively.
ReplyDeleteMy best pick-me-up tip is to splurge on a new fragrance. My motto is if I smell good, I feel good.
ReplyDeleteMy best pick-me-up beauty tip is to add a swipe of lipstick! Even without any other makeup on and wearing sweatpants, lipstick always makes you look as though you've spent a bit of time on yourself!
ReplyDeleteKeep you skin moisturized so that it looks good. (Judy Cowan)
ReplyDeleteAlways use concealer - it covers a multitude of things!
ReplyDeleteThrow on some shiny lip gloss :D
ReplyDeleteA long hot bath and red lipstick :)
ReplyDeleteHat a shower and put on a bit of blush and lipstick.
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ReplyDeleteMoisturizer and a quick bb cream does it for me
ReplyDeleteSome moisturizer and a great mascara is a huge pick me up.
ReplyDeleteMy best pick me up tip is to add a little blush or bronzer - the color will liven you up! :)
ReplyDeletemy make up tip is less is more! ass a dash of sparkle with blush and jazz it up with bright red lip stick
ReplyDeleteMy best pick me up is light reflecting concealer! It does wonders for the bags under my eyes!
ReplyDeleteMy best pick me up tip is to use dry shampoo to freshen up oily or flat hair. And the combo of mascara, a little blush and some lip gloss works wonders for me and takes like 2 minutes:)
ReplyDeleteI look and feel a lot better with a minimum of makeup- some mascara to look awake, lip gloss, powder for shine, etc. It does make a difference!
ReplyDeletemy best pick me up tip is a quick shampoo and throw on some mascara
ReplyDeleteGet a nice shower and put n a bit of makeup!
ReplyDeletemy best pick me up is to use some lip balm, and some mascara! you don't need to over do it with the make up! Natural is sooo pretty
ReplyDeleteBest pick me up !! SMILE ! smiling is beautiful !
ReplyDeleteMy best pick me up is moisturizer! Most guys don't catch on to this!
ReplyDeleteTry to find small happy moments throughout the day - happy people look beautiful. Good amount of sleep helps too :)
ReplyDeleteMy best pick me up is mascara and eyeliner, always adds definition.
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to drink lots of water. Mascara and lip gloss
ReplyDeleteapplication of some lip stick, or lip colour, perks me right up -- if I think I look better, and I feel better, it goes a long way!
ReplyDeletetinted moisturizer is my go to when I need to freshen my face.
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to use a dry shampoo to freshen up your hair. It's quick and easy and leaves you with great looking hair!
ReplyDeleteLip gloss and mascara is always my best pick me up.
ReplyDeletemy pick me up is a spritz of dry shampoo!
ReplyDeleteMy pick me up tip is to do a facial mask for smoother silkier skin and use moisturizer.
ReplyDeleteA little lipstick and blush can go along way!!!
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Pick-me-up beauty tip is to moisturize at night and wake up with nice smooth skin. Also drink plenty of water to hydrate you and your skin.
ReplyDeleteLondia
I always keep two shades of lipstick in my purse. A softer neutral one for the day, and a darker, more sophisticated one for evening in case you don't have time too go home..it makes a difference!
ReplyDeleteLess is more! if you think you need it darker don't do it because sunlight will show it.
ReplyDeleteMoisturize often and wash your face often.
ReplyDeleteMy pick me up beauty tip is to use a dry shampoo when your hair looks and feels a little limp!
ReplyDeleteMoisturize all the time then you won't have to manage your skin from being dry!
ReplyDeleteMy best pick-me-up is to take a nice shower. It's always refreshing and makes me alive.
ReplyDeleteSpray your face with a mist so it is hydrated throughout the day
ReplyDeleteMy best pick me up beauty tip is to use a tinted moisturizer. It'll give your skin a little colour without looking like you're wearing anything.
ReplyDeleteChange your lip gloss to change your look! Victoria Ess
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to use tinted moisturizer! Easy to apply and cover flaws!
ReplyDeleteMy tip is to exfoliate with a gentle product on your face, it removes the dead skin cells & makes your face brighter, smoother, & more vibrant, especially when winter is so drab. Makes me feel a little more youthful!
ReplyDeleteA facial mask makes me feel pampered!
ReplyDeleteRed lipstick, it lights up the face.
ReplyDeleteMy best tip is to put on a face mask and then moisturizer
ReplyDeleteBest pick me up is a facial mask
ReplyDeleteI don't really have any great tips, as I am a minimalist when it comes to makeup, but I'd say good mascara can help brighten up the eyes.
ReplyDeleteBest pick me up is washing your face with cold water and then adding moisturizer
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