The 5 Minute Beauty Routine for Moms (That Still Feels Chic)
- hallmic1
- Jun 3, 2025
- 3 min read
I'm a serial beauty product try-on-er. If I see something interesting and new I'm usually one of the first people to try it. I've had my fair share of duds, but I've also found some gems along the way. Now that I'm a mom of 2 I find that my beauty routine needs to pack a punch but not require a lot of time or effort.
Motherhood has taught me a lot, including how to streamline just about everything, especially my beauty routine. I no longer have 20 minutes to get ready in the morning, but I do still want to feel like myself, polished, fresh, and a little bit put together.
This is my current 5-minute routine. It’s fast, elevated, and filled with products I genuinely love, no fluff, no fuss.
Step 1: Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+
This is my ride-or-die moisturizer. It’s hydrating without being greasy, and it creates the perfect canvas for everything else. I’ve tried every moisturizer under the sun and always come back to this one — think of it as the little black dress of skincare.
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Step 2: Merit Beauty The Minimalist Complexion Stick
If I could only use one product, this might be it. It covers redness, brightens under the eyes, and blends like a dream. I apply it with my fingers — no brush required — and it gives me a fresh, even base in seconds.
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Step 3: Subtl Beauty Cream Blush (Stackable)
These tiny stackable pots are genius. I dab the cream blush on the apples of my cheeks and sometimes even across my nose for that "I’ve been outside" flush. It’s quick, natural-looking, and travels well if I’m touching up on the go.
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Step 4: Chanel Le Volume Mascara
A little luxury in my routine goes a long way, and this mascara is worth every penny. It makes my lashes pop in one swipe without clumping — instant polish, no eyeliner needed. I've never found a mascara that works better, worth every penny (can we still say penny in 2025?)
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Step 5: L'Oréal Paris Le Shadow Stick
This is my secret weapon when I want to look more awake without trying. I roll a little shimmer across my lids and blend with my finger. It gives a soft glow that catches the light — super flattering and takes all of 10 seconds. If you're a mom and not using roll on eye shawdow you're missing out.
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Step 6: Rare Beauty Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick
I love how creamy and blendable this bronzer is. A couple swipes on my cheekbones and temples adds dimension and warmth, even if I’ve been indoors all morning. I blend with a dense brush.
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Step 7: Subtl Beauty Powder Highlighter
To finish, I dust a touch of this highlighter on my cheekbones and brow bone. It gives me that lit-from-within glow that looks like I actually slept last night. (Even when I didn’t.)
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Final Thoughts:
This isn’t a full glam moment, but it is the feel-good version of everyday beauty. It’s about you, the woman behind the diaper bag or school drop-off line who still wants to show up for herself.
I believe looking chic doesn’t have to mean complicated, and that elegance in motherhood comes from confidence, comfort, and a really good mascara.
XOXO
Effortlessly Sophisticated
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