5 Time-Saving Makeup Hacks Every Beauty Lover Needs

Let’s be real—some mornings just don’t go as planned. Whether you’ve hit snooze one too many times or your Zoom call got moved up again, a full face of makeup might not feel doable. But looking polished doesn’t have to mean spending 45 minutes in front of the mirror.

Here are five editor-approved makeup hacks using Laura Mercier must-haves that will streamline your beauty routine without compromising your glow.

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1. Use Tinted Moisturizer as a 3-in-1 Hero

Instead of layering primer, foundation, and SPF, streamline your base with a multitasking icon. Reach for Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Dewy for a fresh, dewy finish, or go with Tinted Moisturizer Blurred Matte for a soft-focus, shine-free look. Both hydrate, perfect, and protect with SPF— an all in one effortless step.

Whether you want a dewy glow or a blurred matte finish, this is the ultimate time-saving makeup hack. And, you can easily apply with just your fingers.

2. Swap Eyeshadow Palettes for a Caviar Stick

Fumbling with a palette, primer, and brush? Nah. Use the Caviar Stick Eye Shadow Sticks instead. Whether you like a shimmer, matte, or roseglow eye shadow, it's blendable, and smudge-resistant—meaning you can swipe, smudge, and go. For an eye-brightening effect in seconds, try shades like Sugarfrost or Vanilla Kiss. Just blend with your ring finger while you wait for your coffee to brew.

3. Double Duty Bronzer = Cheeks + Highlight

The Laura Mercier Bronze Color Infusion isn’t just for your cheeks. Tap it onto your forehead, nose, and high points of your face with the Angled Cheek Contour Brush for a sculpt and natural pink glow that feels effortlessly chic. It’s a super subtle way to look pulled together with zero extra effort.

4. Set and Perfect in One Sweep

If you’ve got 5 seconds, you’ve got time to set your look. The iconic Translucent Loose Setting Powder blurs pores and sets makeup all in one step. Use the velour puff to tap it onto your T-zone or under the eyes, and you’re locked in without looking cakey. It gives an airbrushed finish without adding extra layers.

5. Keep a Lip Glacé in Your Bag (and Your Desk)

Nothing says "I tried today" like a polished lip. The Laura Mercier Lip Glacé adds color, hydration, and shine in one swipe. It’s easy to apply without a mirror, so you can touch up in the elevator or between emails.

Stick with your MLBB (my lips but better) shade for no-fail finesse.