These 3-in-1 Beauty Products Will Make Your Mornings Way Easier

A Southern woman's beauty routine is often a finely honed affair, timed to perfection and performed religiously each morning; but every so often, a moment of simmering dread occurs when we take the first look at our makeup, pre-application and pre-caffeine kick. Sometimes, we just want it to be a little easier and quicker without sacrificing style—gasp!—and dream of a do-it-all product we can rely upon during our most hectic days or spontaneous adventures to get the job done. Enter: the three-in-one. These multi-purpose products streamline your beauty routine by providing a sole tool to enhance your cheeks, lips, and eyes. While it's a delicate balance to strike, these products do it through careful consideration of texture, shade, and finish. We've found cream-to-powder sticks, subtle balms, sheer tints, and even a compelling gel that each potentially make for a fierce addition to your makeup bag. Now, before you get terrified of looking straight out of the 80s after putting these shades on your eyes, remember that they are made subtle enough to wear on the cheeks as well. Not to mention, coral and pink tones are popping up in eyeshadow palettes everywhere, thanks to their ability to make your eyes pop and look downright showstopping. (Quick tip: an eyeshadow primer can help keep the creamier formulas in place if you want them to last all day long.)When considering a multi-use beauty product, there are a few things to keep in mind. Warmer rose or berry hues are the most versatile by far, but sheer peach and apricot hues give a nice sun-kissed glow. Many three-in-ones have a slight shimmery finish, but you can also go matte for a more everyday look. At the heart, it's all about getting perfectly flushed cheeks, stained lips, and tinted eyes in one fell swoop. And who wouldn't want that? These products work hard, so you don't have to. Whether you're throwing it in your quick overnight bag, rocking it on the weekend, or applying it on the way to work, your three-in-one will have your cheeks, lips, and eyes covered.