8 Products to Hide Behind When You Can't Shower

I've learned a lot in the last year, which I lovingly refer to as my debut into motherhood. I've learned that it's okay for my child to express emotion other than joy. I've learned that baby puke can be rubbed into almost any fabric. And I've learned how long I can go without a shower before I can no longer leave my house.

It's a sad fact that all mom's know well; you're ability to bathe is entirely dependent on the whim of your baby or the availability of another functioning adult. I can't count the number of times I was depending on a 5 minute shower during that ever fickle morning nap only to be disappointed.  But disappointment doesn't mean you can miss that doctor's appointment or laddies lunch so I've learned to adapt with the help of these ten tried and true beauty products. So here they are! My not so dirty little secrets. 

8 Products to Hide Behind When You Can't Shower

 1. Baby wipes

I'm not ever kidding. These are great for freshening up while the little one is attached to your thigh and demanding more goldfish crackers. I mean, you use them to quickly clean your kid all day, everyday so why no extend the favor to yourself.  Get them, well, anywhere. 

2. Bed Head Rockaholic Dirty Little Secret Dry Shampoo

This brand is the BEST dry shampoo I have tried. I have pretty sensitive skin and often the powders and fragrances in dry shampoos irritate me all day. But not with this bad boy! My bottle is currently empty and I'm in serious need. You can find this brand for the best price here. It's worth every penny. 

3. Mary Kay Timewise Matte-Wear liquid foundation

This is my all-time favorite liquid foundation for a number of reasons including it's versatility, ability to last all day, and it's price. It's totally affordable. AND on rushed days it's a must to even out my blotchy face that has been haphazardly scrubbed with a baby wipe. Get it here from my lovely friend and Mary Kay Consultant, Leah. 

4. Botanics Lighter Than Air Loose Powder 

So this was given to me by my sister-in-law who didn't really need a translucent powder. Did I mention my skin is super blotchy without a shower? 'cause it's super blotchy if I don't shower. This powder can go over the top of my foundation without effecting the color (I'm not a huge fan of tinted powders, why bother matching another tint?). I can just splash this on and suddenly I look like I've been up for hours and had three cups of super dark coffee. What's even better? You can get it at Target.

5. Hikari cream pigment in Mink 

I've found it's super helpful to have a go to eye color that looks great on it's own without having to worry about highlights and lowlights and crease colors. Also, the cream pigment just goes on soooo smoothly that I can dab it own with my finger tip in the car if need be. Mink creates a simple lightening effect to my eyes (needed!) but is complex enough to be worn alone. It's a must! Get it here. 

6. Jelly Pong Pong Fairy Lashes Curl mascaraThis is my running-late-one-handed-in-the-car-can't-go-wrong mascara. It seriously glides on like a dream and is oh-so-gorgeous without having to curl and prime my lashes. Get it here.

7. Milani Eye Tech Extreme liquid eye liner

I know, I know. Who wants to use an liquid eye liner when you've probably a) slept in or b) have a cranky baby on the hip. Trust me, I know. But if there is one area in which you should pour a little more effort into it's your eye liner. Liquid eye liner just gives you a bold, I'm-totally-awake, look that you just can't fake with a cream liner.  Find this one here or at Target. 

8. Meet Matt(e) Hughes Long Lasting liquid lipstick by TheBalm Cosmetics in Committed

I'm kinda in love with matte lipstick. It goes on easy with zero fuss and look great for hours because there's no gloss to maintain. Meet Matt(e) Hughes' liquid lipstick is sooooo easy on those rushed days.  I have the sample size and it's lasted forever so I can only imagine that the full size is worth the $17 price tag. Find it here.