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5-Minute Makeup with Clarins

February 16, 2017

Always in a rush? I’ve teamed up with Clarins to share with you a super simple make-up routine that takes just 5 minutes! This way, you can get away with hitting that snooze button a few times before dreadfully waking up… and still show up to your early morning meeting looking uh-mazing. Looking put together with minimal effort is totally possible with Clarins’ Instant Beauty Perfectors. These makeup must-haves are perfect for those who are crunched for time and want that flawless finish on-the-go.

Some of my favorite Clarins products include:

Instant Light Brush-On Perfector

This thing is literally a life saver! It’s great for concealing imperfections like dark circles, redness under and around the nose, and of course, the occasional zit we get every now and then. Thanks to the oat sugars in the formula, it also delivers tightening and smoothing effects. Can you say, yes please?!

Supra Volume Mascara

Those of you who know me know I can’t live without a good mascara. This one does everything I need a mascara to do: plump, thicken, and lengthen my lashes! I can always count on being photo-ready even without applying false lashes.

Instant Natural Lip Perfector

Another item I can’t live without is a good nude lip color. This one is a moisturizing gloss that has an enhanced natural color. It is perfect to keep in your makeup bag or purse on-the-go!

Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch

Hate how your foundation settles into fine lines by the end of the day without touch-ups? This primer is literally my foundation’s best friend. It smooths away lines, pores, and wrinkles to give a flawless finish.

4-Color All-in-One Pen

Talk about major throwback to the elementary school days when we’d get excited over using multi-colored pens to write. But seriously though… this pen is great because it has four different colors that you can use on the eyes and lips. There’s eyeliner shades in black, brown, and indigo, and a lip liner. I personally love the black and brown one most depending on the look I am going for. If I want dark and smokey, I opt for the black. If I want a more natural look, brown is perfect. I don’t know when I’ll ever use the blue though, but maybe for a creative photoshoot soon!

Face Contouring Palette

All about the contours baby! This palette is everything you need to sculpt and define your cheekbones for any occasion. You’ll definitely be date night and photo-ready!

Utilizing these 6 products, I can create a relatively simple everyday makeup look in 5 minutes. It goes something like this:

STEP 1: PRIME

First and foremost, I prime my face with the Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch makeup base, then apply my foundation evenly. This takes a minute.

STEP 2: CONCEAL

Secondly, I conceal any blemishes and other imperfections with the Instant Light Brush-On Perfector. It comes with a little brush which comes in handy if I don’t want to use my hands to spread the product. This is a quick 30 seconds!

STEP 3: CONTOUR

Hello, contouring! This is my favorite, yet most challenging part. I still have not mastered the art of contouring, but when done right, it really accentuates my cheekbones. With that said, I have to admit that when I first started contouring, it took me some time. After some practice, I’ve managed to bring it down to just 1 minute and 30 seconds. The Face Contouring Palette comes with a handy little guide on how and where to use the three different shades on your face. I lightly line some of the whiter shade on my nose bridge, under my nose, under my lips, a bit under the eyes and where my brow bone is. The pinkish tone is great if you want a rosy complexion (blush). I am more of a bronzer kind of gal though, so I tend to go a bit overboard with the brown shade! I use this on the sides of my nose to give an illusion of a skinnier/taller nose, and around and under my cheek areas. Last but not least, I lightly line the jawline and top areas of my forehead to make my face look more defined. You can think of this step as Photoshop in real life. 😉

STEP 4: EYES

Next minute is spent on the eyes. I apply a little bit of my go-to eyeshadow, quickly line my eyelids and waterline with the 4-Color All-in-One Pen. For this look, I chose to use the black color. Then finish off with the Supra Volume Mascara. It really helps to bring out the eyes!

STEP 5: BROWS

For my brows, I like to fill in the inner corners with a brown eyeshadow first. Then, I use the brown pencil from the 4-Color All-in-One Pen to finish off the outer corners so that it’s polished and clean. 30 seconds!

STEP 6: LIPS

Last but not least, I spend my last 30 seconds applying their Instant Natural Lip Perfector which brings out the natural color of my lips and I get just the perfect amount of gloss.

And there you have it — 5 productive minutes translated into a flawless face! What more could I ask for? I am loving my new Clarins makeup.

What is your makeup routine for those super packed days like? Do you have any products you swear by?

Photos by David Potter

***Special thanks to Clarins for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.***

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Comments

  1. Denise Fry says

    I use the same makeup base and seriously swear by it too! Clarins has a great mascara as well. Can’t believe how flawless you look in just 5 minutes!!! XOXOXO

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  2. Miranda Sterling says

    Love this so much girlie! Thanks for sharing your quick make-up routine. When I’m on-the-go, I only really have time for concealer, mascara, and a lip color, really. I need to learn how to contour like you!

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Aw yay! You’ll have to let me know how you like their products if/when you do try. Glad you felt the tutorial was easy to follow. I was worried since I’m not a video person hahaha. I try to be better with my words!

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  5. Stephanie says

    I totally wish I could get away with a quick routine like this, but my skin hates me way too much for that haha. However, products like these are seriously helpful in a jam! I am dying to try the primer and contour palette!!

    Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Haha I’m having a bad skin weekend too; shortly after these photos were taken, a large pimple decided to show up right below my lip 🙁 it hurts!!! Haha.

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Omg you look way younger than that babe! Lol you must take really good care of your skin 🙂 But a little Clarins couldn’t hurt! 😉 hehe

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  8. Kathryn says

    I am terrible at contouring, haha, but practice makes perfect! Your makeup looks beautiful here. Clarins seems like a brand that has really great products, too. I’ve only tried samples here and there but maybe that needs to change!

    Kathryn • simplykk.com

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    • Sharon Wu says

      I am not a master either, haha it’s hardd! I really don’t know how those makeup gurus on YouTube do it lol. But thank you! I’m glad to hear you like how my makeup turned out 🙂

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  9. Jennifer says

    I really like natural makeup looks, but sometimes I don’t mind full on glam. I also can’t live without a good volumizing mascara too! Amazing post as always. 🙂

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thanks Jennifer! A mascara is definitely a must! I have one in my makeup bag, my car, and my purse haha. All bases covered 🙂

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  11. Miki says

    I need that all in one pen for when I travel! Clarins is such a great brand. I was using some of their body creams and they always make my skin feel great. I have to check out this primer. I hardly ever use it (which is really bad because I should use one) and want a light one that does the job well. 🙂 These all sound and look great. Your skin is flawless!

    Xo,
    Miki
    http://mikialamode.com

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Yes! I think the all in one pen would be perfect for you Miki! 🙂 I have yet to try their body creams but now that you’ve had a great experience I want to try it! Primer seriously does wonders beneath makeup for me so it’s a must for a smooth foundation application!

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  19. Tonia @ Basil and Oregano says

    Hi Sharon, I’m bookmarking your site! I have always been a Clarins fan, so I was excited to see a couple products I haven’t tried before. I just love the nude lip color, the instant smooth and instant light. I can’t wait to try them! Thanks!

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Hi Tonia! Thanks for stopping by and for bookmarking my blog! It means the world to me <3 Glad to hear that you also love Clarins products. Hopefully you'll love these products just as much as I do! 🙂 Happy Saturday xo

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    • Sharon Wu says

      I know right?! It’s so fun! I recently got some makeup samples from Colourpop Cosmetics too and cannot wait to try their goodies! I totally agree that contouring is pretty difficult but watching Youtube videos has definitely helped me some. That, and practice of course! Practice makes perfect 🙂

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thank you Rina! Haha actually these photos were taken right before a really large pimple emerged just right next to my lip 🙁 it’s hurting so badly now and I’m fighting the urge to pop/irritate it. LOL!

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thanks Barb! I still have yet to try their skin care products but seeing as how I love their makeup, it’s definitely next on my list of things to try 🙂 x

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  27. Peyton says

    I love this look. I’ve never used the clarins before but I am definitely going to purchase this product. I am always too lazy for a time consuming makeup look!

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  30. Jo says

    A five minute makeup routine sounds awesome!!! I’m definitely not a morning person so any extra time I can steal for staying in bed is always welcome in my routine! I love the sound of that 4-color all-in-one pen. It seems super convenient and perfect for on the go!

    xo, Jo
    http://www.cutandchic.com

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thanks Jo! I haven’t been a morning person since I started working from home because I just seem to work best at night in some ways so I totally feel you! If I need to get up early for a meeting or something, a 5-minute makeup routine is essential.

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  32. Sarah Velasco says

    Your 5 minute makeup routine with Clarins is absolutely doable! I love how simple it is and I definitely love their products I’ll have to pick one of those up and next time I head to Sephora! Thanks for sharing have a great weekend!

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  37. Andrea Broom says

    5 minute make up! So there. I hate doing my makeup mostly cause I really can’t do more than a line and mascara but also cause I don’t wanna spend hours on makeup so not me. This is awesome and the 4 color in one pen sounds awesome.

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  39. Kyla says

    You make contouring seem so easy! I’ve always been scared to try it, but with that kit it looks easy! I’ve been looking for a new primer as well and your SKIN looks flawless so I might have to give that a try as well! As always when I see your website on my desktop, I’m blown away by how gorgeous the layout is! Love it babe!
    Kyla
    wanderlustkyla.com

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Aw thanks Kyla! Actually I get super frustrated when I can’t get my makeup right lol I have my days! Thank you for your kind words xo

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  46. Mary says

    I’ve been looking into purchasing a new foundation and because you look so flawless I will checking Clarins out. Thanks for all the great tips.

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thank you Kumba! I’m glad you think so because I’m no pro at contouring yet haha. But practice makes perfect!

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thanks Camille! Glad to hear you love Clarins makeup too! I am dying to try some of their skin care products 🙂

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  59. Thomas Falkenstedt says

    Hiya love! Although I won’t go into the other stuff I wouldn’t at all learning the skills when it comes to step 1-3 in your process and as Clarins comes with a handy guide book to go with it, I don’t think I’d really have a hard time (well, only the 6 first months or so, but… haha) actually being able to look flawless as well! 🙂

    xoxo
    Thomas

    http://thomasfalkenstedt.com

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thanks Samantha! I’m glad you love their serum. I personally have not tried that one yet and will have to haha 🙂

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    • Sharon Wu says

      Thank you Mahi! I wish I could share photography editing tips but my boyfriend does all of that lol! I guess maybe I could have him do a guest post on here some time. What would you like to know?

      Reply

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