Let’s be real — as a mom of two, I rarely have time for “perfect” makeup. Most days, I’m just happy if I get five quiet minutes before someone needs a snack 😅. But over time, I’ve found my go-to essentials — simple, quick favorites that make me feel...
The easiest way to look put together in 5 seconds. It’s glossy but not sticky, and it somehow makes my lips look fuller even when I’m surviving on coffee and chaos.
My black dick brows but better! It fills them in so naturally and keeps them in place all day. Even on bare-face days, this one makes me feel instantly more polished.
Benefit Gimme Brow+ – Brows in 10 Seconds Flat
If I had to pick one lip liner forever, this would be it. It’s soft, natural, and makes any nude or pink lipstick look effortlessly perfect.
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat in “Pillow Talk” – The Perfect Everyday Liner
This is my 2-minute face sculptor. Swipe, blend, done. Perfect for when I want a little definition without looking like I tried too hard.
Fenty Beauty Match Stix – The Quick Contour Magic
Light, dewy, and just enough coverage to make me look refreshed. It evens everything out, hydrates, and gives that healthy glow — perfect for busy mornings when foundation feels like too much work.
IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream – My 5-Minute Skin Saver
This one instantly opens up my eyes without clumping or smudging. It gives that soft, fluttery lash look — perfect for days when I need to look awake (even when I’m running on zero sleep).
Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara – My Lift-in-a-Tube
Smooth, precise, and so easy to control. It stays put all day, even through mom-life chaos. It’s my little secret for instantly looking more “put together.“
Huda Beauty Life Liner Quick ’n Easy – My Everyday Wing, No Drama
This serum has saved my skin more than once. It keeps my complexion clear and bright — basically filters my skin in real life.
🌿 The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% – My Skin Reset in a Bottle
This one’s always on my nightstand. I use it before bed and wake up with soft, plump lips. Bonus: it smells like a dream.
Smooths, curls, straightens — does it all. I can literally look salon-ready before the baby finishes her nap.
GHD Platinum+ Styler – My “Good Hair Day” in 5 Minutes
No creases, no breakage, no regrets. I use these every day — they’re gentle, chic, and make me feel like I have my life together.
🎀 Slip Silk Scrunchies – Because My Hair Deserves Softness Too
The brushes are soft, durable, and blend everything beautifully. Perfect for anyone who wants great tools without spending a fortune.
💫 Sephora Everyday Brush Set – Affordable & Amazing
Protects and highlights. It gives that dewy, fresh-faced glow — like I just came back from vacation when really, I just came back from preschool drop-off.
🌞 Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 – My Everyday Glow Filter
Covers dark circles like magic but never looks cakey. A true lifesaver for tired-mom mornings.
These scrunchies are life-changing! Super soft, gentle on my hair, and no more annoying kinks or breakage. I wear them for morning ponytails, evening buns, and even sleeping — they keep my hair smooth and actually make me feel a little pampered in th...