It’s the Simple Things in Life
We’d all love a skincare collection filled with expensive name brands. We’d love perfect mermaid hair without spending an hour to get there. In a perfect world, beauty routines wouldn’t take so long! But they do, and not everyone is about it, which is why we’ve narrowed down 20 of the easiest hacks.
1. Sleep on Silk
There’s good news and bad news about silk pillowcases. The bad news is that they’re costlier than your everyday cotton brand, and claims about their efficacy are often exaggerated. However, that doesn’t mean they aren’t worth your investment! Silk improves skin and hair health, keeping you moisturized and your locks less frizzy.
2. Use a Splash of Cold Water
Talk about a wake-up call! A splash of cold water does wonders for the skin, and it’s one of the easiest ways to maintain a fresh face. Studies suggest that cold water battles acne, reduces inflammation, and restores balance to your pores.
3. Fill in Your Brows
Are you too busy for a full face of makeup? All you need is a simple eyebrow pencil to completely transform your face—full brows add a bold pop without spending hours in front of the mirror. Being a lazy girl has never looked so good!
4. Tinted Moisturizers Are Your Friends
You want to cover up blemishes and you have to moisturize anyway, so why not try a tinted cream? It’s a two-in-one product that hides dark spots and pimples while providing the moisture your skin needs to thrive. You only need to find your shade and you’re good to go.
5. Braid Your Hair After a Shower
Not all of us spend hours perfecting our hair. If you want a one-and-done style, loosely braid your locks after a shower. When you wake up, you’ll have effortless waves without breaking out the curling iron.
6. Press-On Nails
Not only do manicures take long, but they’re also pretty expensive. Save yourself some time and hard-earned money with press-on nails! You can nab them from any drugstore and pick from a variety of colors and patterns. You have about two weeks before it’s time to replace them.
7. Drink Your Water
Hydration does a lot of heavy lifting—it keeps your joints strong, cleans waste from the body, and ensures glowing skin. While it’s not a miracle cure on its own, it’s a helpful addition to an overall healthy lifestyle.
8. Keep Makeup to a Minimum
At the end of the day, you don’t need more than mascara, concealer, and a good brow pencil. While a full face of makeup looks stunning, not everyone has the time or patience to doll themselves up. A simple makeup collection will still turn heads.
9. Put Baby Power on Greasy Locks
Don’t let oily hair keep you down! Baby powder is a quick and affordable solution to greasy locks. You only need a sprinkle on your scalp to revive slick hair, keeping you fresh between washes. Just be careful if you have sensitive skin because baby powder isn’t for everyone.
10. Lipstick Doubles as Blush
Who said lipstick had one purpose? If you find a shade that works for you, get the most out of it by using it as blush too. It’s worth trying this hack on a patch of skin before you commit—lipstick can cause acne in some—but if it works for you, you’ll never misplace a tube again.
11. Nail Your Accessories
Beauty routines aren’t all about makeup. The right accessories make or break your outfit, so consider options like jewelry or hair clips to really stand out. Once you find a set of rings or adorable scrunchies, you’ll never leave the house without them. They’re also easy items to pop on in the morning.
12. Foot Lotion at Bedtime
Our feet don’t get the care they deserve. It’s time to remove that dry skin once and for all with a good foot mask! If you don’t want to sit with a pumice stone (or you’re too shy for a pedicure), slather your feet in lotion or apply a mask before bed. You’ll notice a huge difference when you wake up.
13. Vaseline Stops Nail Polish Smudges
We love a good nail polish day, but we don’t love getting color all over our cuticles. A spot of Vaseline stops shaky applications in their tracks. Use a cotton swab to lightly coat your cuticles in jelly and you won’t have to worry about any stray streaks ruining your work.
14. Keep Dry Shampoo Around
Dry shampoo is a lazy girl’s best friend—when you find the right one. Some brands came under fire for their ingredients and even their results, but plenty of others remain in the top spot with consumers. The right brand won’t dry out your hair, refreshes it between washes, and also smells incredible.
15. Conceal Those Dark Circles
If you’re going to keep one thing in your makeup bag, let it be concealer. From covering blemishes to hiding those dark spots, a good concealer achieves more than enough. You don’t need to splurge on name brands either; drugstore concealers work just as well and won’t break the bank.
16. Lay Out Your Clothes
It seems a little silly to some, but laying out clothes the night before is a huge time-saver. The last thing you want is to scramble for the perfect fit—especially before a morning cup of coffee.
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17. Face Masks for Fast Results
Whether it’s an affordable sheet mask or a popular brand from the tube, face masks are the ultimate lazy girl hack. When you find one to target any problem areas, all you do is lay it on, wait 15-30 minutes, and take it off. Some don’t even require any additional rinsing!
18. Pay Attention to Your Clothes
Accessories take your outfit from drab to fab, but good clothes are just as important. It doesn’t take much to wash and iron your clothing; regular upkeep ensures you’re in tip-top shape and a clean outfit makes all the difference.
19. Get Enough Sleep
It’s easier said than done, but a proper sleep schedule is the key to simple, effective maintenance. Enough Zs keep dark circles under control, give our nighttime routine more time to work, and ensure our skin is healthy. You may also see fewer wrinkles and breakouts, and experience more moisture.
20. Bold Lips
Draw attention with a stunning bold lip! Even if the rest of your face is bare, a splash of color is sometimes all you need to stop traffic. It’s okay if you aren’t sure which shade works best—a classic red is a surefire win.
