As moms, our plates aren’t just full- they’re overflown and spilled all over the floor by our children. When every other thought revolves around keeping your little ones calm, fed, and clean, it can feel unnatural to think about yourself. If you’re having one of those days (or weeks), I’m here to remind you, mama- it is okay to take a few minutes to yourself to feel your best.
Motherhood often feels way too busy to dole out precious time applying cosmetics (or practicing self-care in general). But if makeup is your thing, taking a few minutes to refresh for the day is a huge step towards feeling like your best self. If you’re looking for a few solid beauty products to introduce into your regimen, stay tuned for my non-toxic makeup routine for busy mamas.
Non-Toxic Makeup Routine for Busy Mamas
In addition to keeping things simple, I try my best to use non-toxic and natural ingredients that are safe and clean. This is why I LOVE Ilia products so much- all of their products are completely non-toxic. “Non-toxic” is such a buzzword. What does it even mean as far as Ilia is concerned? Ilia products are free from common harmful ingredients (parabens, phthalates, suflates), and they are cruelty free. Most of their products are also vegan (only about 6 products contain sourced beeswax). Ilia uses a mix of botanicals, naturals, and safe synthetics with all dyes being FDA and EU approved.
For the entire low-down on my daily skincare and makeup routine, check out my full beauty regimen. It helps me feel my best (without wasting any extra time!). Let’s dive into my non-toxic makeup routine that helps me feel fresh and put together.
For the Skin
Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
This skin tint is the ultimate morning short-cut and really functions as a tinted moisturizer. In the summer, we like to keep it light and natural, especially when you start to get a natural glow from the sun. A single pump moisturizes, protects, and perfects your skin without looking cakey. With a more natural look, you can expect this formula to be lightweight with a light-medium coverage (it is buildable). I love that they offer 30 shades. An inclusive queen.
True Skin Serum Concealer
If you are looking for a blush of coverage without the heaviness, look no further. This concealer is ideal for under-eye brightening, spot-covering, and just adding a lift (IYKYK). It’s a weightless, medium-coverage serum-concealer that blends into your skin effortlessly. It’s been named Allure’s Reader Choice Award for Best Clean Concealer for multiple years now.
True Skin Serum Foundation
If you are looking for a daily wear foundation that prioritizing clean ingredients and skin wellness, this is it fam. This foundation is a powerhouse for those who want skincare and makeup in one. It blurs pores and redness and hydrates (leaving a subtle glow). It’s breathable, it’s weightless, and it glides on like a serum.
For the Contour
Sunshift Cream Bronzer
Sunshift is perfect for enhancing your summertime glow. It slides on effortlessly and set intos your natural skin leaving a soft radiance. Whether you want a light glow or more sculpt, this product is buildable without streaking.
For the Lips
Balmy Gloss Tinted Lip Oil
I am literally obsessed with this lip oil. I have them stashed everywhere, and I wear it every day for every occasion. It’s basically a hybrid of lip balms, glosses, and oils all mixed together. I HATE (loathe) when lip products feel sticky after an hour or two of application. This product is smooth and hydrating. A 10 out of 10!
For the Eyes
Limitless Lash Mascara
Where are my mamas with sensitive eyes? The Limitless Lash Mascara is for you! It’s a clean, everyday mascara that lifts, defines, and nourishes your lashes. It has a natural, fluttery finish without the annoying smudging, flaking, or separation. NOTHING is more irritating than checking your reflection and seeing those black smudges after a few hours of wear. Allure, Vogue, and Glamour all picked THIS mascara as a top pick for clean, sensitive-eyes.
Tarte Fake Awake Eye Highlight
Is sleep non-existent right now? For a quick boost to your tired eyes, the fake awake liner is going to be your bestie. It instantly brightens and wakes up your look for everyday freshness. As a mom of 3, this is a must because caffeine can only go so far.
In Full Micro-Tip Brow Pencil
If you are looking for authentic-looking brows but still feeling traumatized from our 2016 brow era, you’ve found the right product. This brow pencil is amazing for enhancing quick, thin brow strokes. It has a precision that our 2016 product truly lacked. It’s dual ended with a spoolie. Perfection.
Sleep Shore Sleep Consulting
Are you struggling to find “you time” because your child has difficult self-soothing for naps and overnight? If your child is unable to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up at a normal time, it may be time to consider sleep training. Sleep Shore offers personalized solutions for each unique sleeping situation to get your little one on track- whether they’re a newborn, infant, or toddler. We also offer in home sleep training services in the Boston, Massachusetts, Central Michigan (Midland, Clare, Mt. Pleasant) and Traverse City, Michigan. Sleep training offers babies and children with the skills to fall asleep on their own so they can wake up feeling more well-rested- and in turn, you’ll feel more energized, too!
See what this mama had to say about our sleep services below:
“We started a program when our LO was 17 months. He was fed to sleep every night and up every 2-3 hours and sometimes took up to 2 hours to go back to sleep. I was completely exhausted and knew I needed help. I had seen a recommendation from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen on Instagram for Molly and decided it was time to pull the trigger.
Molly was very accommodating with our anticipated start time and provided plenty of information and support both before and during the “training” period. We ended up using a couple methods before finding the one that worked best. Being able to message Molly and keep in contact with her during the whole process gave us a lot of confidence in pressing on. Our little guy took to the program so well and we even traveled with him recently with great success! I would absolutely recommend Molly and am grateful every day that we made the decision to reach out to her.”
-MOM OF A 17-MONTH OLD