This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Gillette Venus. The opinions and text are all mine.
The clock shows minutes until it’s time to get out the door and suddenly date night seems like it was just a great idea… but not so likely to be realized. Your mom bun, stained tee and legs that haven’t been shaved in days feel like the great divide between day-to-day mom-life and a date night out.
Does this scenario sound familiar?
Even when the countdown is on, we’ve got a few beauty hacks (or really just our must-do steps) to have you feeling great and ready for a date in minutes… or even just a great way to feel refreshed and ready to take on a new day!
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How to Get Ready for a Date in Minutes
Wash it Away.
Even when you really don’t think you have the time, you DO. Taking just a couple of quick minutes to hop in the shower does wonders… not only to help you smell great for a date, but mentally as well. The running water is truly a time to clear your head, reset and feel refreshed, and when you’ve got a clock running, a couple of minutes is really all you need.
Smooth Operator.
And while you’re taking a moment to shower, don’t forget that shave! For me, a shower and a shave are both things that make me feel like a new person… and it really doesn’t take long at all.
Don’t get stuck with a dull (or missing) razor though (I’ve been stuck in that prickly shower situation before!). To make sure you’re always prepared to make the best with your limited shower time, try out Gillette Venus’ new subscription service for customizable razors with fast and FREE delivery.
Gillette has designed razors for women for years, and now they’re meeting another need… convenience! As the most awarded #1 female shaving brand, Venus Direct now offers a simple 3-step process that lets you choose the blade type, custom, ergonomic handle and extra features with plans starting as low as $10 per month (plus it ships free and you can cancel at anytime), so you can have exactly what you need at your fingertips, every time you hop in the shower.
I’m all about finding ways to simplify and streamline, and not having to think about shaving anymore, yet still having what I need, when I need it is a great value that literally shaves time off of my schedule!
Try it out HERE and let me know what you think!
Never Underestimate the Power of a Bold Lip
Even when you’re short on time, a little illuminator, mascara and a power lip can do wonders for your face! Plus, if you’re heading out for a date night, it will have him looking at your lips all night long!
No-Stress Tresses are Your Friend.
Sure we all love a good blow-out, but if you’re counting down the minutes and you’re still in that stained tee while picking up dirty socks and dishes… skip the fuss and make it easy on yourself. A few great date-night options are a messy top-knot (own the mess and make it work FOR you), a low ponytail gives off that “no-fuss” vibe while keeping it chic by wrapping a strand of hair around the elastic. Another option is to hold your head up-side down and give a spritz of dry shampoo or massage a little baby powder into the roots, twist into a high top-knot bun and hop in the shower for a quick body-wash. When you’re dressed and ready to leave, pull out the bun for bouncy, loose waves. Or if all that is still too much of a hassle, just throw on one of your favorite hats!
Stand up tall, confident and SMILE
One of my favorite things about the concept of looking good, is that with confidence and a smile anyone can look like a million bucks. While I truly love and enjoy putting in an effort with my skincare, beauty routine and picking my outfit; I believe with my whole heart that even without those things, if you walk in a room and you radiate self love, self worth, genuine kindness, and real joy those qualities trump everything else.
So the very best tip for how to get ready for a date? SMILE and enjoy it!
candy says
Doesn’t take me long to get ready to go out and never has. Looks like a good razor which is always helpful.
Alli says
Date nights are so much fun! I always make sure I have a few minutes to hop in the shower and refresh my makeup before heading out for a date with my husband.
Amber Myers says
These are some great ideas! I like to get out of the door quickly. My husband doesn’t like to wait around either, so I’ll keep these in mind for sure.
Jeanette says
Great tips! I think always a shower can revive somebody when they’re very tired. I could use a new razors. Mine are definitely dull.
Jenn@Engineermommy says
Yes, we’ve all been there where there isn’t enough time to do every little thing that goes into looking our best. But I love these tips to help look great on the spot!
Melissa Chapman says
I have to try those rzors. I am tired of stealing my husbands dull blades and cutting my legs. If my legs look good I will stand tall and show off.
Sarah Bailey says
These sound like some great hints to get you looking amazing in only a few minutes! After all we don’t always have hours to spare and dates can be last minute.
Marcie W. says
Awesome tips! I had no idea Gillette Venus offered a subscription service. That would be wonderful for our family since myself and both of my daughters now shave.
Tasheena says
You look stunning for date night. I really enjoyed this post. These are helpful tips. I have to make sure I look into getting the Gillette Venus’ new subscription service.
l dove says
Fab tips! I dont often get to enjoy date night as a mummy of five but when I do we have limited time to get ready and out the door! Love Venus!
Beth says
I always forget to buy new razors, so a subscription service would be great. All of your tips are great, but I agree with you, the last one is my favorite.
Tabitha Blue says
Gotta SMILE!! 🙂
Name (required)Terri Steffes says
You look adorable and ready for some fun times! It’s been a long while since I got ready for a date. I’ll try your tips on our next date night!
Tabitha Blue says
It never happens as often as we’d like… but we know it’s so important! I hope you get a date night in soon!
Heather says
I can’t tell you the last time I went on a date. It’s been YEARS. I’m hoping we’ll be able to go on one before my youngest goes to college.
Tabitha Blue says
Oh girl, you NEED one!!!!!!
Janet says
You look beautiful and getting ready to go out can be made fun. I didn’t know about the Gillette razor plan!
Catalina says
Awesome tips! I love them! I think I need some tips to get ready for every morning, I am always late! 🙂
Lynndee says
I don’t wear makeup at all, only lipstick and lip gloss. So I agree, never underestimate the power of bold lip. Love a good red lipstick. 🙂