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My Top 8 “Mom” Hair and Makeup Tips (I’d actually still use these if I wasn’t a mom)

6 Feb

I’ve gotten a lot of questions the past few years about my makeup and hair routine. This one especially: “How do you have time to do your makeup and hair with four kids?” Well, one answer is that I simply make time for it (whenever possible). I know it’s not something that is important for everyone, but personally, it helps me remember that my job as a mother is important and worth getting myself ready for. (Also, I’m so fair, I look a little sick when I don’t wear any makeup, hehe). I’ve brought this area of my life before the Lord many-a-time, and always seek to hold it with an open hand. There may be a season when some of this needs to go, but for now I’m thankful for these things that brighten my daily routine and serve as a reminder of the beautiful calling that is motherhood and homemaking.

So, here are a few tips I’ve discovered over the years to streamline the process of getting ready, or things that have helped a little bit go a long way. So, hopefully something in here will be helpful! 

MAKEUP

  1. Use Primer 

Putting on primer right after my moisturizer has changed my whole makeup game. It was always discouraging to get to the end of the day (or half-way through it) and look like I hadn’t put any foundation on in the first place or realize it’s gone splotchy. It made it feel like a waste of time. But this simple step makes a huge difference. I use this primer from Ulta. [NOTE: I prime my face when I use my powder or liquid foundation, not when I use a BB cream. More on that in a minute.]

Also! Priming your eyelids does the same thing! My eyeshadow now lasts all day and doesn’t crease. I used to use an actual eye primer, but a couple years ago I was watching a makeup tutorial and the gal used concealer instead! This is way less expensive (usually), and can be used for more than one thing (goodbye dark circles). This is my favorite concealer. 

2. Use a BB Cream or Tinted Moisturizer

I don’t like wearing foundation every single day, and this is a great way to moisturize and as well as help smooth my complexion. Usually these have sunscreen in them as well, which is another plus (like I said, fair skin). One of these is a great, cheaper option, and the other three are a bit pricier, but really nice.
Burt’s Bees
Arbonne (You’ll need to shop through a consultant with this one. Stephanie can help you out!)
Bare Minerals
IT Cosmetics

My favorite eye makeup look.

3. Use GOOD Eyeshadow and Eyeliner

I’ve discovered that not all eye makeup is created equal, especially eyeshadow and eyeliner, and some are way more trouble than they’re worth. It can also majorly slow down the makeup process. It makes all the difference in the world to have good quality eyeshadow that is well-pigmented, and eyeliner that goes on smoothly. This eyeliner from Ulta is hands down my favorite eyeliner I’ve ever used. And here’s one option for a good neutral eyeshadow palette. There are other less expensive drug store options that will work, but they’re hit-or-miss. This one works well.

4.Have Everyday “Go-To” Items 

One thing that simplifies the entire process is having your everyday “go-to” items that work no matter what. Then, you don’t really need to put a whole lot of thinking into the process and the more you do it the quicker it gets. I can usually put all my makeup on in about 10 minutes. Here are my daily go-to’s. I’ll link to my current go-to’s or things that are similar. Some things, as you’ll see, I don’t spend much money on, but other things are worth spending a bit more on if it fits in your budget.

  • BB Cream
  • Concealer
  • Eye shadow
  • Eye liner (in mink)
  • Mascara
  • Brow pencil (in blonde. This site doesn’t have it for some reason)
  • Bronzer
  • Blush
  • Chapstick 
  • Lip stick (sometimes I do, sometimes I don’t)

One other note: if possible, make sure your go-to’s are products you actually like. I know, that’s sometimes easier said than done for those of us who want to use up the stuff we have even if we don’t like it. But it makes the process so much nicer if we enjoy the things we’re putting on. If you’re not sure where to start, consider asking a friend who knows a thing or two about makeup to go with you to pick things out. 

Hair

  1. Wash Less

I know this isn’t possible for everyone, but it’s been a lifesaver for me. I used to wash my hair every other day, but now I only wash it once/week. This saves so much time! This seems to work best with naturally curly/wavy hair (I had curly hair until I started to have kids), and I know some people have a hard time with oily hair. But if you’re interested in looking into alternatives for washing your hair every day, here are some tutorials that can walk you through the process. 
Tutorial: How To Get Three Days Out of Your Hairstyle
How To Revive and Refresh Hair for Day Two

Also, this method keeps you from using heat as much. You only use a blowdryer once/week, and heat tools once or twice (at least, I do. But my hair holds curl super well, so mine lasts for two or three days).

2. Use Dry Shampoo

I started using this a few years ago, and it’s been very helpful. I’m a fan of volume, so this helps me keep my hair from getting super flat and gives it some texture. Here is a brand I like. (Also, not everyone is a fan of teasing their hair, but I most certainly am. This helps keep my it off my scalp and makes it easier to style).

3. Have Easy Go-To Hairstyles 

It’s really helpful to have some simple, fun hairstyles that I feel good about, but that don’t take much time. If you’re not used to doing your hair, it may take a bit of practice or tweaking to make it look how you like it. If you’re having trouble figuring it out, you can also ask a friend for help.  Here are a few tutorials that might help.
Messy Bun
Waves
High Pony Tail
(She has a whole bunch more on her site)

4. Headbands!

Headbands have become a lifesaver, especially since becoming a mom! Sometimes it take a bit of time to figure out what looks good on you personally (since they can sit different places on your head), but it’s a great way to keep hair out of your face and add a little splash of fun to an otherwise simple outfit. I have a tutorial on my Instagram under my Hair Tips highlight. 

Well, there you have it! Hopefully one or two of those things will be helpful to you in your daily hair/makeup routine!

Your friend,

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As I watch the happenings in this world I have an As I watch the happenings in this world I have an ever-increasing ache—a yearning—to be known first and foremost by my allegiance to Jesus Christ.

As I read headlines, hot takes, opinions, debates between fellow believers—praying and seeking to learn and discern—I’m more certain than ever that being a Christian frees us from being defined by or confined to earthly labels in our stances on any given issue. We’re free to champion what God champions, to despise what God despises regardless of how it might be viewed by those around us or what political lines it might cross. We’re free to love those who differ from us, and yes, even free to love those who do us wrong. 

I have strong opinions and thoughts about certain issues—no doubt about it. I disagree with certain thoughts or opinions fellow believers hold. But what I want those brothers and sisters to know about me *first* is that I love them, not how I might disagree with them. Yes, there’s a place to discuss, to sharpen one another, to exhort and encourage, to warn and even to rebuke at times when we see fellow believers straying from Christ. But the world is supposed to know us by our love for each other, not our debates and conflicts. This should temper the “what,” “how,” and “when” of every conversation. 

Some of us are called to stand more publicly against certain evils and injustices than others. We should expect the best of those who aren’t doing or saying exactly what we’re doing or saying (*especially* if we’re defining them by their lack of words on social media. There are faithful Christians who will never say a word about current issues online, but are obeying in word and deed in their in-person spheres). That said, this should *never* be used as an excuse to neglect the actions and words that every Christ-follower must be marked by according to Scripture. And when we find ourselves hesitating to obey any of God’s commands due to another allegiance something needs to change.

Lord, may your people be defined not by causes, but by Christ; not by worldly labels, but by you alone.
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#lookingtoJesus #thegospelchangeseverything #Christcenteredwomanhood
I’ve been thinking about my little fuchsia plant I’ve been thinking about my little fuchsia plant the past few days. I snipped and propagated it from a stunning outdoor hanging plant we had a couple years ago after it scorched in the intense CO sun. After weeks of daily watching I finally saw the roots appear, and replanted it. Fuchsia is special to me, because it’s one of the plants that beautified our windowsills in Mongolia throughout our years there. I love having one in our home.

Recently, though, did a little trimming of this plant. I noticed there were a couple of overly flourishing sprigs; they were so long they were keeping the little plant from filling out. So, as much as I hated to do it, I clipped them off. To my delight, brand new leaves began appearing within days all over the plant.

Why has this been on my mind?  Because it reminded me that sometimes—in order for us to flourish—we need to clip back areas in our lives that are zapping growth. It’s often a painful decision, because they’re usually pastimes or vocations we love. But we know in order to direct time and energy toward our God-given priorities we need to do a little clipping of those gangly offshoots. Although we feel bare for a time, it doesn’t take long for the evidence of growth and life to show itself where it was much needed. 

And guess what? Those clipped offshoots are sitting in a jar in the kitchen, waiting to sprout new roots. They aren’t gone forever, just being prepped to produce life rather than zap it. Sometimes branches do need to be clipped and tossed. Other times they just need to be propagated—waiting for new roots to grow so they can grow and flourish at the right time in the right way.

“Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit.” John 15:2
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//Well, it’s all an adventure That comes with a //Well, it’s all an adventure
That comes with a breathtaking view
Walking a tightrope
With you//

The incredible @frostedphotographer took some headshots for us, and she said, “Do you want to snap a few together?” Yes, please. 😍😍😍

Forever thankful for the gift of a life adventure with this man.
//Summer and winter and springtime and harvest, Su //Summer and winter and
springtime and harvest,
Sun, moon, and stars in their
courses above,
Join with all nature in 
manifold witness
to Thy great faithfulness,
mercy, and love//
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#greatisthyfaithfulness #lookingtoJesus #springtime
“Being like Jesus” will never contradict the r “Being like Jesus” will never contradict the rest of Scripture.

Several times as of late I’ve read or heard examples of people using stories of Jesus from the gospels to back up an argument about accepting sin of some kind. They say that if His followers are going to be like Him they need to follow His example—His example by their interpretation, that is.

But the narratives told of Jesus in the Gospels will *never* contradict the specific commands Christ-followers are given in the rest of the New Testament. Jesus never justified a sin we’re commanded to repent of. A sinful attitude never laced His words, no matter how matter-of-fact His rebukes were. Jesus is the Word made flesh. He will never go against His character or commands for His people.

We can be hard-line on sin while being gentle and kind. We can show compassion without compromising truth. We can be loving while holding fast to biblical convictions. We can, and we must.

Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. Changing Him in any way for our own gain—whether that’s for fleshly gratification or out of fear of others—is making a Jesus in our image. This is a Jesus who cannot save. 

But we have a Jesus who *can* save, who needs no re-making. May we, by His grace, be ever-conforming to Him.
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#lookingtoJesus #Christcenteredwomanhood #Christcenteredliving #truth #love #Jesusislife
“Only God Himself fully appreciates the influenc “Only God Himself fully appreciates the influence of a Christian mother in the molding of character in her children.” 
-Billy Graham

I know without a doubt this is true of my mom. This side of heaven I’ll have no idea what depths her godly influence and faithfulness has had upon me as a wife, mom, and woman in any sphere. I will never forget her telling us, “I’m so thankful I get to spend my days with you.” To have the assurance we were loved and enjoyed on top of all she did for our physical needs was a priceless gift. And, as I prepared to enter into adulthood she not only mentored me, but invited me into friendship with her. There aren’t words to sum up that kind of honor.

Happy Mother’s Day, Mom. Thank you for being willing to love and follow Jesus in whatever He’s asked of you. There is nothing greater you could’ve given to us. I love you.
“My frame was not hidden from you, when I was be “My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret,
intricately woven in the depths of the earth. 
Your eyes saw my unformed substance;
in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.” Psalm 139:15-16

At the end of every baby book I make for my kids I include a picture of their ultrasound next to a picture of them at a year old. I want them to have no doubt that they have been loved dearly from the moment we found out about them, before we could see them with our own eyes. I want them to know that their lives are gifts, and always have been. I want them to know that every bit of morning sickness, every ache and pain, every labor and delivery, every sleepless night, every urgent care trip, every tear shed, every penny spent, every pursuit that’s been put on hold, every extra mess, every lingering effect on my body are beyond worth it for the privilege of being their mama. For the kiddos who were a surprise to us, I want them to know God knew infinitely better than we did the timing for another child, filling our lives with delight. I want to combat any lie that the enemy and the world that would tell them they’re an inconvenience, a hindrance, a “Plan B,” with assurances of my love and—more importantly—God’s love and perfect plan for them.

I want my children to know I wouldn’t trade them for any career, any worldly accolades, any convenience, any fortune, any temporary ease. They have been used by God as tools to reveal and root out sin, to flood my weakness with the grace of God, to increase my joy. 

On this Mother’s Day weekend, I just want to say: thank you, Lord, for the undeserved gift of my children.
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#gratefulmama #mothersday #childrenareagift #fearfullyandwonderfullymade
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