Date Night Made Simple: 5 French Beauty Secrets for the Busy Mom

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So you mean to say that as a busy mom you don’t already wake up looking like an ethereal goddess who just stepped off a Chanel runway?

In reality, does the word "date night" strike panic into you, but for more reasons than just "I have nothing to wear?" Fine. Here are 5 trés chic beauty tips for your next date night, but don’t expect me to repeat myself.

1. The “I Woke Up Like This” Face

No, you do not need full-coverage foundation. A little tinted moisturizer, some concealer where absolutely necessary, and a touch of hydrating lip oil.

Voilà. You now look like you drink two liters of Evian and sleep ten hours a night. (Even though we both know you don’t.) I recommend this set of three French products: tinted moisturizer, concealer, and lip oil to achieve the "I woke up like this" look.

2. Red Lip or Nothing

Your face looks tired? Non, non, non. You don’t fix that with layers of makeup—you distract with a perfectly bold red lip.

French women do not “blend in.” We make an entrance. Do yourself a favor and try this no fuss plumping lip balm with high color pay off in the shade Rosewood Pink.

3. Skin That Glows (Even If You Haven’t Slept in Years)

Skip the cake-face foundation and just slather on a hydrating serum so you can pretend you get weekly facials.

If people think you survive on a diet of fresh air and croissants, well, let them—their ignorance is your glow.

My top pick for faking a facial is this Hyaluronic Acid Serum made in France. After cleansing, just add 4 drops to your favorite French moisturizer and massage into face in circular motions.

4. Nails That Say “I Have My Life Together”

A simple nude, a classic red, or—if you must—French tips. No neon, no rhinestones, no “statement” nails. We are making an impression, not auditioning for reality TV.

Take it from me and try this French made clean nail polish that nourishes your nails as well as adding simple sophistication. So chic chipping is unnoticeable!

5. Eyebrows That Are There, but Not Screaming for Attention

We do not “carve out” our brows. A little brow gel to keep them fluffy and natural is enough. Anything more, and you risk looking… effortful.

My top recommendation for achieving effortless brows is this French brow gel. Remember to keep your natural eyebrows and eyelashes in tip top shape with a daily serum applied morning or night.

Et voilà, ma belle. Now go forth and make them all wonder how you manage to look this good with such little effort. (Or at least, let them believe it.) 💋

Would you like a guide on how to roll your eyes properly at people who ask for your beauty secrets? 😉

Yours Truly,

The Glamtorious Mrs.