As hard as we may try to be perennially punctual 100% of the time (try saying that 10 times fast!), our efforts don’t always see through. That said, we have a hunch we’re not the only ones who can’t bear to leave our bed some mornings. We’ve gotta ask: How many times have you stayed up late binge-watching — what else? — Netflix, forgot to set your alarm, and awoke in a sweat-induced panic? Don’t worry, it happens to the best of us.
Now that it’s settled that we’re all in this together, we think it’s time to share some solid, beauty editor advice we’ve learned along the way. You need (I repeat: need!) a running-late regime. Said routine should be ideal for bringing on-the-go, if necessary, and consist of four to five high-quality prods that leave you looking polished-and-pretty in lickety-split fashion. To help you get started, we partnered with Dior to bring you five foolproof beauty essentials that we highly recommend having on stand-by — for mornings when your snooze button gets the best of you — and really anytime at all.
First things first, let’s address your base situation. Even those with genetically #blessed skin can benefit from a lightweight foundation to even everything out. That said, you need something that can be applied and blended super-quick. Enter: Diorskin Airflash Spray Foundation, which is just as incredible as it sounds. This luxe complexion-perfector should be sprayed directly on the face at arm’s length, starting at the top and forming a Z-shape. You can also spray the product directly onto a kabuki brush and then apply to the face for a soft, even toned look. The results? A flawless, even finish that takes mere seconds to achieve.
Next up: cheeks! Blush works as an instant pick-me-up by adding life and color to your complexion. For mornings when you’re running behind sched, we suggest a product that you can seamlessly swipe-on-and-go such as the Dior Rosy Glow. This unique blush not only glides on like a dream, but it also reacts to the moisture in your skin to produce your own personalized flush. Oh, and its compact size makes it perfect for throwing in your bag for mid-day touch-ups.
Unless you naturally stunt a set of Lily Collins-esque arches (which in that case, we’re so jeal!) then we highly recommend grooming your brows for a more put-together effect. That said, when you’re crunched for time, we’d recommend using a pencil, as it already feels like second nature and allows you to fill in sparse areas and add definition in mere seconds. Unlike some pencils, the Diorshow Brow Styler has a super-fine tip, which makes drawing quick strokes completely effortless — even for newbs.
Okay, we know what you’re thinking: I’m so not going to have time for shadow on a rushed morning, but here us out. Dior’s Eye Reviver Palette used their first-ever Glow-MimeticsTM technology to create a universally flattering neutrals palette — which features its own primer and liner — that not only defines the eyes and makes them look bigger, but also has an instant brightening effect makes your eyes look luminous and well-rested — even on mornings when you could definitely use a second cup o’ joe.
Now onto our fave step: the lips — obvi. When you’re racing to beat the clock, adding a pop of skin-brightening color to your pout is one of the easiest ways to amp your look. For a chic and natural, everyday lip, you can’t go wrong with the Dior Addict Lip Glow. Its über-moisturizing formula packs major punch, leaving your lips supple and hydrated for hours and hours — and that’s not even the best part. Get this: it uses a special technology to react with the chemistry of your lips and create your own custom color that flatters your skin tone. Basically you need this far-from-basic balm in your life, ASAP.
When time doesn’t allot for eyeliner, we advise playing up your lashes as best you can. To add that extra oomph, try a mascara base like the Diorshow Maximizer, a lash-plumping primer that aims to give you twice the volume you’d get with your mascara alone. This two-second trick will have people wondering how your lashes look so amaze — not why you walked in late.
To complete your ultra-speedy routine, define your eyes with a few coats of mascara. We suggest going with a failsafe favorite that you know will make your lashes look perfect, every time. For this, you can’t go wrong with the award-winning Diorshow Mascara, which was recently re-formulated with groundbreaking microfibers to give the effect of lash extensions. So basically it’s the original on steroids, no? A few swipes and voilà — you’re out the door and looking gorg.
