When you are in your thirties, you do not have time to spend hours on your beauty routine. You want something quick and effective that still leaves you feeling refreshed and pampered. The key to this is rather than having a million different products, you invest in a handful of quality products that serve your needs well.

Protective Lip Balm

Sun damage is no joke and your lips are just as susceptible to it as your skin. A good basic to always have on hand is an spf lip balm. You can use it on the run when you are in a hurry to add moisture and protection to your lips. Lip balm can also be used as a base for other lip sticks or you can swipe some over matte lip color to change the finish.  The best part about lip balms is that they come in different scents and even tints so you can customize them to your needs. 

Morning Lotion

Speaking of the need to protect your skin from the sun, it is important for all skin types to use a face lotion in the morning that has sun protection. Morning face lotion should also be hydrating but light since you are most likely going to put makeup on over it. 

Multifunctional Face Cleanser

This face cleanser should be multifunctional. No one has time for multiple types of cleansers for different days of the week and different times of the day. Depending on your skin, choose a cream, gel, or foaming cleanser that cleans and hydrates. If you need a specialty face wash to treat acne, make sure it is not too harsh if you plan on using it twice a day. 

Light Foundation

A light foundation is a key to healthy skin if you wear it all day. As skin ages, there are inevitably more lines and wrinkles and heavy foundation can settle in these to exacerbate them. Depending on what you prefer, you can get a matte or dewy finish. It also does not hurt to invest in a foundation that also has SPF coverage. 

Concealer

Concealers can be used for many different uses in your routine. You can use it as a simple highlight as well as a way to hide any blemishes you would rather not be seen. If you are looking to simplify your routine further, concealer can be skipped altogether. 

Cream Blush

A cream blush can create a pop of color on your face. Cream, instead of powdered, can also be more flattering on textured skin and is easier to control when applying. To simplify your routine, also consider buying a blush that has a light glow. This allows you to get the perks of both a blush and a bronze highlight without having to use multiple products. 

Warm Eye Makeup

Warm eye makeup in browns and golds is easier to apply in less time because it is very forgiving. Smudging on some brown eyeliner and then flicking on some dark brown mascara takes a fraction of the time it takes to put on perfectly winged black eyeliner. 

Evening Lotion

Your evening lotion should be restorative and calming. Having makeup on all day can do damage to your skin, but by cleansing and applying a high-quality lotion you start to combat that damage. Getting a lotion with retinol or vitamin C can also fight signs of aging and allow you to skip a step in your beauty routine.

Hand Cream

Hand cream is something that can come in handy all day. It will keep your hands hydrated after washing them and is versatile enough to use on other dry and cracked areas of your body like elbows or knees. This is a common basic item to keep in your purse and by your bed so it is accessible whenever you need it. 

Conclusion 

Keeping your beauty routine simple in your thirties does not depend on the perfect product but rather choosing the products that you find necessary and cutting what you find unnecessary. 

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