If Your Mornings Are Busy, These Beauty Products Can Speed Things Up (2025)

Tarte

This "dab and go" kit from Tarte claims to deliver the perfect filled-in eyebrow in just 10 seconds using a stencil (two style options are included) and a full-coverage cream-to-powder product that claims to mimic the multi-dimensional look of real hair. The waterproof and Amazonian-infused clay formula can also be used to effectively fill in sparse hair lines and cover grays using the mess-proof sponge applicator. You can find this in seven shades, though only five are currently available.

Promising Tarte review: "Awesome two-in-one product. This is so easy to use to cover grays. The eyebrow stencils are quick and easy to use. I will definitely repurchase!" — Melinda H.

$26 at Tarte

Merit

The Minimalist is Merit's skin-perfecting complexion stick that's a happy medium between a foundation and concealer and meant to replace both products in your makeup bag. It can even moonlight as a contour stick or a bronzer if you grab others in a deeper shade, of which there are 30 to choose from. The never-cakey formula is meant to be seamless, incredibly easy to blend and natural-looking on the skin so application can be done even when you're short on time. It's enriched with conditioning ingredients that help lock in moisture and temporarily reduce redness.

Promising Merit review: "Hands down my on the go favourite item! I don’t have a lot of time in the morning so this makes my routine easy without having that cakey build up other brands have with my skin. The application process is effortless and my skin is incredibly happy… even after I’ve forgotten to wash my face by the end of the night." — Kara M.

$38 at Merit

Sephora

This unique serum foundation by indie beauty brand Ciele is proving to be a hidden sleeper among Sephora shoppers who claim that its performance is "earth-shattering," "genius" and a "new favorite base product." Not only does the second skin-like formula hide imperfections and redness, the natural-finish fluid contains a whopping SPF 50 sun protection so you can skip the step of applying both products. Available in 13 shades, it contains soothing allantoin, redness-reducing bisabolol and antioxidant-rich niacinamide for strengthening the skin's natural barrier.

Promising Sephora review: "I was a full coverage CC cream girl before I tried a sample of this stuff... HOOKED. The coverage is enough to mask my redness, and I love the liquidy consistency-- it's an absolute breeze to blend. I have large pores, & it doesn't immediately get stuck in them like my CC cream did (yay for spending less time putting on my face/worrying about it looking cakey). This also gives you a really healthy looking glow-- but if you want a more matte look, pat a little powder on top & you're good." — killerteeth

$44 at Sephora$44 at Ciele

Amazon

Never again spend countless minutes trying to achieve the perfect winged eyeliner thanks to this pair of popular dual-sided pens that allow users to stamp then fill in their best eyeliner shape onto their lids. The formula itself is a highly pigmented, fast-drying and budge-proof finish that reviewers claim lasts all day long.

Promising Amazon review: "I was a bit skeptical when some people said it was flimsy and breakable, but I never apply too much pressure and it's been working perfectly fine. Deep black color that gives boldness and a smooth application. It isn't too watery or too dry to put on, perfect kind of eyeliner for quick and on the go use. Effect on eyes doesnt look better than most other eyeliners they're all pretty equal to this. Value for money is worth it, be gentle, makes makeup so much faster to use as a base and isn't messy or hard to use" — Vanessa Katarina

$15 at Amazon

Amazon

If you've been anywhere on TikTok for the past couple of years, you would know that heatless curling rods such as this highly rated set are a favorite method for getting long lasting, fluffy and bouncy curls without the damage of a curling iron and with little time spent in the mornings. Made from a comfortable and flexible band that's covered in soft velvet, users just wrap their hair around the curler, secure, sleep it in overnight, and in the morning, reveal a lovely head of curls.

Promising Amazon review: "Use on teenage daughter. Mister bottle and a lightweight gel, combined with this kit is VERY effective for us. Roughly 3 minutes to put in before bed. Take it out right before walking out door to school and hair is done in 60 seconds. Looks wonderful. Time saver and healthier for hair because no heat. HIGHLY recommend." — KingsWife

$10 at Amazon

Amazon

This iconic and ultra-rich French face cream contains a blend of calming aloe, soy proteins, skin-softening shea and beeswax. Not only has it gone viral several times on social media platforms like TikTok, this secret bestseller also comes highly recommended by makeup artists as the perfect makeup primer for preventing foundations or powders from settling into fine lines and wrinkles, which means you can skip an extra step and the extra cost, according to reviews.

Promising Amazon review: "I purchased this just to try as areas of my face had become flakey, with other areas oily, and I've always been prone to breakouts. This cream definitely lives up to the praise that others heap on it. It goes on smoothly and sinks in quickly. I've used it as a night moisturizer and as a moisturizer/primer, with good results. I do like having a moisturizer/primer in one, as it saves an extra step, and saves on the expense of an extra product. My face when using it is neither oily nor dry/flakey, and most importantly, it has not caused any breakouts." — Kisatchie Kitchen (This review was edited for length. Read full review.)

$29 at Amazon$29 at Dermstore$17+ at Revolve

Sephora

Moisturize and perfect skin, all with one product, using Hourglass's luxury skin tint that claims to boost skin's moisture levels while offering a dewy, yet comfortable, veil of coverage. Available in 18 shades, the formula contains replenishing meadowfoam seed oil, plant-based squalane and hyaluronic acid, which is a humectant that can draw moisture into the skin.

Promising Sephora review: "Wow. Love. It’s hard to explain unless you try it and see the wonderful finish it has on your skin. I had less than 5 minutes to do my makeup today and just rubbed this into my skin with my hands. The end result looked like I took a longer time to apply my foundation. You can wear this alone and your complexion won’t look 'flat.'" — madouja

$49 at Sephora$49 at Ulta$49 at Nordstrom

Amazon

Aim for salon-style blowouts in less time and with less damage to hair using the Revlon One Step airbrush that, if you don't already know by now, is a massive fan-favorite. Choose from four heat settings and enjoy shiny bouncy locks — all thanks to the heat-protecting ceramic and titanium tourmaline barrel and functionality that takes damp fresh-from-the-shower tresses to out-the-door hair.

Promising Amazon review: "I cannot say enough about this dryer! It is durable, lightweight enough and has an impressively fast drying ability. I had previously splurged and bought the Lange brand and was very disappointed - it got way too hot and within a couple months time, the bristles had become too melted and brittle to be able to use (imagine the damage it was doing to my hair as well!) The heat isn't set ridiculously hot on this one, but the drying power and functionality is definitely there. It styles beautifully and since having this, I have not had to get my flat iron out once! My hair feels healthier, looks great and the best part is I am spending less time getting ready in the mornings. Perfect!" — Mariesa G.

$32 at Amazon$33 at Target$30 at Walmart

Amazon

Contour and highlight the face with this one dual-sided stick that has 4.3 out of 5 stars on Amazon and over 18,490 5-star ratings. Available in eight shades, reviewers claim that this natural-finish product is a quick and easy way to add dimension to the face in just a few quick swipes.

Promising Amazon reviews: "This is now my absolute favorite can’t-live-without-it make up. A few quick swipes, blend, and then a little mascara. Boom. Done. Beautiful! It’s lightweight on my skin, washes easily, hasn’t stained any clothing and doesn’t feel greasy.
My only complaint would be that BOTH of the shade sticks broke off in the container so it’s a bit of a pain to screw them up for use & down for storage (if that makes sense)." — Sarah

"I love this product because it’s so easy and quick to contour your face and go!" — Maryellen Miller

$14 at Amazon

Sephora

Possibly the most coveted of all hair styling products, the Dyson Airwrap can quite literally do it all from curling to shaping, smoothing and drying — all without extreme heat and in significantly less time compared to other hair tools. This versatile tool brought to stardom Coanda technology, a setting that reverses the direction of airflow so that sections of hair are automatically, yet gently, pulled and wrapped around the curling barrel for an almost hands-free styling experience. It comes with five attachments.

This is the new and most recent model, the Dyson Airwrap i.d., which comes in with attachments for curly to coily hair or straight to wavy hair and has been updated with Bluetooth capability for one-touch personalized styling through the Dyson app.

Promising Sephora reviews: "I love this product, the best hair dryer, i can style my hair many ways and it takes 30 min or less! I am very happy with it" — ptatibg

"Took my dry time as a curly gal from 45 mins + 15 mins flat iron to under 15. Only minor touch ups needed for a few days post. My blowout last 5 DAYS!! WORTH IT" — mg81

Curly hair: $600 at SephoraBoth: $600 at AmazonStraight hair: $600 at Ulta

Amazon

Available in up to eight shades, the Maybelline Fit Me Shine-Free + Balance foundation functions as a lightweight base to blur pores and imperfections, manage shine and also offer a light-to-medium coverage — all in one creamy and versatile stick.

Promising Amazon review: "Wow doing my make up with this is a time saver! Where was this all my life. I don’t even need additional makeup with it- it really works and it’s a great price!" — Ms. G Vazquez

$7 at Amazon$9 at Walmart

Amazon

Developed with the promise of applying seamlessly into skin, this natural-finish multi-use stick is a no-fuss way to add a sheer wash of color and luminosity to anywhere on the face, including cheeks, lips and eyes. The creamy formula contains nourishing ingredients like shea butter, avocado oil and conditioning orange peel wax. You can find this in nine shades, as well as three shimmer-finish colors which can be good for highlighting.

Promising Amazon review: "Easy for fast makeup. I really like this product ! It looks super natural and so easy to throw on in the morning." — Dana Shankman

"I love this Ilia product. So much so that I’m looking at the other colors so I can also use one on my eyes. I love the sheer pop of color it gives to my cheeks and lips. It’s great for days when you’re wanting a more natural look and as I get older that’s most days for me. I highly recommend this time-saving and beautiful multi-stick." — Xtine75

$36 at Amazon$36 at Sephora$36 at Nordstrom

Amazon

I have always believed that using makeup sponges has expedited my makeup routine by creating instantly flawless coverage and seamless blending, all in one helpful tool. As a former fan of the sponge that started it all (the Beauty Blender), I have long-since made the more affordable switch to this 5-pack of soft and high-density sponges that won't soak up all your products and mimics the exact shape of the Beauty Blender: a round body and a pointed precision tip. These quickly blend and apply all my powder, cream and liquid cosmetics without leaving any streaks or patchiness like I often get from traditional makeup brushes.

Be sure to apply the 10% off coupon on the product page before checkout.

$6 at Amazon

Amazon

One thing we shopping writers discuss ad nauseam is our dry shampoos of choice and the Living Proof Perfect Hair Day remains a pricey yet well-worth-it favorite. It's a residue- and benzene-free composition that can help extend the style and cleanliness of your hair between washes and serve as a quick refresher and volumizer for hair in the morning. I'm among one of this dry shampoo's most dedicated followers and I adore the fresh and non-overpowering scent and weightless formula that uses starch powders and a microporous mineral blend to absorb excess sweat and oil.

Promising Amazon reviews: "Most amazing product ever. I used to wash my hair every 2-3 days and now I can go a whole week with my hair smelling fresh and looking clean. Best thing a new mom can do for herself is buy some of this. Such a time saver!!!" — Natalie A

"I have thin fine hair. I have washed my hair daily for several years. With this product, I can go 2 days between washing!!! I highly recommend this brand over any other! I have tried many! Even though this is a pricey product, it is totally worth it with consideration for the effectiveness ,money saving because I don't wash daily and time saving! BUY IT!!" — Kathi

$30 at Amazon$16+ at Sephora$16+ at Target

Amazon

A lesser known — but perhaps just as good as — alternative to the uber-expensive Dyson Airwrap is the Shark FlexStyle multi-styler, a tool that utilizes the same reverse directional airflow technology and functionality as the famed predecessor, but with some added ergonomic differences. The FlexStyle features a swivel function, which changes the 90-degree positioning of the arm into more of a traditional-shaped hair dryer to help make it less cumbersome for all-over styling and easier for creating multi-directional curls. This tool comes with up to five attachments to meet your styling needs whether you're creating bouncy curls, salon-style blowouts or smoothing frizz.

Promising Amazon reviews: "I have been using this beautiful instrument for the past few months and I have to say it is definitely a major time saver in the morning.
It’s pretty easy to find your groove with the tool after the first few uses. I will say the handle is long with the curling attachment so I just adjust my grip towards the center of the handle and it actually feels way more balanced. Definitely a tool I enjoy to use for my hair and would recommend!" — Ben

"I’m so happy with this product. It’s very easy to use. For me it’s not too heavy and it doesn’t get too hot. You will never need to wear heat gloves with this. The cord is professional lengthen so it’s longer than my other tools. I have a lot of thick, course hair so styling can take a long time. Cutting out the drying time and curling wet hair is a huge time saver for me. My daughter has thinner hair and she is doing her hair in minutes and it looks great. I’m donating all my other products this is all I need!!" — Helpful Dog of Airborne Tower

$239 at Amazon$240 at Ulta$239 at Sephora