Sometimes Self-Care Looks Like Doing Your Makeup

Sometimes we think self-care has to be expensive, curated, or time-consuming. And honestly? That’s just not true.

Some of my favorite routines start with a quick stop at my local CVS. No pressure. No overthinking. Just grabbing the things I know help me feel put together—even on the busiest days.

Doing my makeup isn’t about impressing anyone. It’s about showing up for me. It’s a reset. A reminder that I deserve care, even in the middle of a packed schedule.

My Everyday CVS Makeup Routine

This is my go-to routine for everyday life—clinic days, meetings, content days, or when I just want to feel a little more like myself.

Here’s what’s been in heavy rotation lately:

• e.l.f. Power Grip Primer
  This is non-negotiable for me. It grips everything, keeps my makeup in place, and gives me that smooth base without feeling heavy.

• Maybelline Foundation (Cappuccino)
  Easy, reliable, and a perfect everyday match. I love foundations that let my skin still look like skin.

• Maybelline Fit Me Blush (Berry, 0.16 oz)
  A little color goes a long way. This shade gives me a natural flush that instantly wakes my face up.

• Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Concealer (Magic Wand)
  Brightens, cleans things up, and does exactly what it needs to do—especially under the eyes.

• NYX Professional Makeup Lift & Snatch! Brow Tint Pen (Black)
  If you like natural, hair-like strokes, this is it. My brows stay lifted and defined without looking overdone.

• L’Oréal Infallible Setting Spray
  Because once it’s on, I need it to stay. Especially on long clinic days.

• Maybelline Lifter Liner Lip Liner (Shade: Cross the Line)
  This is the key to that perfect ’90s lip. Deep, clean, and so good paired with gloss.

• Maybelline Lifter Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid (Shade: Moon)
  Soft, glossy, and hydrating. It finishes the lip without overpowering it.

• Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara (Very Black)
  Length, volume, and no smudging. Period.

Why This Routine Matters to Me

This isn’t about being “done up.” It’s about creating a moment for myself before I step into the day.

Some mornings, five extra minutes with my makeup is the difference between feeling rushed and feeling ready. It’s a small routine, but it reminds me that I matter too.

That’s what this Valentine’s Day Wellness Series is really about—finding simple, realistic ways to show up for yourself, right where you are.

And sometimes, that starts with a CVS run and your favorite lip combo.

With love,
Porshe’