The multiple steps of layers upon layers of pore-clogging products that make up (pun intended) a full face of makeup is not appealing to me! Summer, in particular, is a time of year I prefer to wear as little as possible in way of beauty products. A simple everyday makeup and skincare routine is all I need!

Simple everyday makeup and skincare is the current trend.

And for good reason. Beauty product users are foregoing the look of caked on products and complicated beauty regimens for a more streamlined and ultimately more cost effective look and routine. This trend is referred to as skinimalism and it’s the new thing in beauty!

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This minimalist approach to beauty is all about letting your own skin shine. Using makeup and skincare products to enhance your natural beauty instead of covering it up. The object is to use only products that you really need and to not waste time and money on over-priced brands that are unnecessary and may cover up your true glow.

No need to invest in more or new products.

Use what you already have in your beauty bag, but keep it simple. Like every other beauty product junkie, I have an abundance of makeup, skin, and hair care products. Most of which will likely get tossed because it is past its shelf life! Save a little $$$, help keep waste out of our landfills, and help rescue your skin all at once! Once you’ve used your back stock, than consider buying more.

Consider multi-tasking makeup and skincare.

When going for the less-is-more approach to a makeup look, consider investing in dual purpose goods. Makeup with multiple benefits – like a tinted moisturizer with SPF – help to simplify the application process. Some other examples might be an eyeliner that doubles as a brow filler, lip gloss that can be used as a highlighter and blush, or an eye shadow palette with shades that suitable as a bronzer or blush. There are so many products on the market that serve more than one purpose!

Be more selective with your beauty purchases in the future.

Another aspect of the skinimalism trend is the use of more natural products. Taking the care and time to research products before delving into shopping in order to buy what you actually need and what is best for your skin. Specifically look for shorter ingredient lists and naturally derived ingredients. Also be conscious of the packaging. Most beauty brands are opting for recyclable or biodegradable packaging in order to be more earth friendly.

Beauty products don’t have to cost a fortune.

It’s okay to buy skincare and makeup at drug stores, amazon, and even … eeekkk … Walmart!!! I bought into the whole pricey-skincare-and-makeup-has-to-be-THE-best bullshit, but there are soooo many other options out there – other than Sephora or Ulta! With the exception of a couple tried and true makeup products, I too will be turning to cheaper alternatives in the future for my beauty needs.

So, what do you really need?

• A basic cleanser, moisturizer, and exfoliate tailored to you skin type. Check out The Ordinary.
• Something to even out your natural skin tone. Perhaps a tinted moisturizer. Look for one with SPF, like Waso Colour Smart Day Moisturizer with SPF 30 by Shiseido – available on Amazon.
• Mascara is really all you need for eye makeup. Plus maybe a brow liner to fill in sparse eye brows.
• A natural blush – which can be doubled as an eye shadow – for a subtle glow.
• Lip balm or a neutral lip gloss to finish the look!

Save time in the morning with simple everyday makeup.

With a more minimalist method of prepping and primping each morning, think of all the free time you’ll have!! Not that much really, but perhaps a little less of a rush! Whether you practice skinimalism for only a short while or for the long haul – your skin and your pocket book with thank you.

Let your true glow shine and your confidence grow, beautiful!

Check out this related post: Isa Shares her Morning Minimalist Skincare Routine for Fall