How to Look And Feel Refreshed in 5 Minutes {my afternoon pick-me-up kit with energy shots} + Giveaway!
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Mornings aren’t my thing, but somehow I make it work. I drag myself out of bed, get dressed, and make myself look somewhat alive with a few handy makeup products. If I can just make it out of my house, the sunshine and the promise of a new day help me to wake up from my morning fog and get the day going. By the time I arrive at work or my first meeting, I’m in full-on work mode and ready to go. Before I know it, it’s lunch time. Inevitably, I’m in the middle of something important and don’t really have time to take a break. I grab a quick sandwich or snack and keep going. By 2pm, the fatigue is starting to kick in, but I’m still functional. At 4pm, I start thinking about the consequences of taking a nap instead of making an important phone call. By 4:30pm, I resemble a sloth in work clothes and high heels, and I’m staring at my computer screen literally unable to think about anything other than food and my lack of energy. At the end of the work day, I do a little happy dance to celebrate my freedom, but then my body quickly reminds me that I’m too tired and burnt-out to do anything fun. If you’re also experiencing the daily afternoon energy crash, don’t worry- I’ve got you covered. I’ve found an easy way to feel and look refreshed in only five minutes thanks to a few miracle products- including 5-Hour ENERGY ® shots!
As I mentioned before, I’m a bit of a mess at 5pm. I’m so exhausted, and I know that I can look forward to sitting in traffic for an hour before I have any chance of sitting down to dinner or taking a nap. In order to deal with my inevitable afternoon energy crash, I’ve created a little pick-me-up kit that I always keep in my purse. I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve been stuck in traffic with a headache and zero energy looking like I haven’t slept in days, but now I can avoid that dilemma entirely with my little miracle pack. In five minutes, I can regain my energy and freshen up my look.
How you feel affects how you look, so I always deal with my energy crisis first. The star of the show is my 5-hour ENERGY® shot. Instead of grabbing a sugar-filled soda or a calorie-filled cappuccino, I always pack a 5-hour ENERGY® shot in my purse and car. With a summer closet stocked with mini-skirts and bikinis, I love that 5-hour ENERGY® shots contains no sugar or carbs and only four calories per serving! With a mix of B-vitamins, amino acids, and essential nutrients, 5-hour ENERGY® shots avoid the use of herbal stimulants and contain about as much caffeine as you’d find in a cup of coffee. They’re small and don’t need to be refrigerated, so it’s an easy addition to your purse, glove box, or work desk! I’ve been enjoying the Pomegranate flavor recently, but the Berry flavor is another favorite. The small bottle is easy to drink and the mix of vitamins and caffeine perks me up in no time. I usually eat a few handful of mixed nuts and dried fruit and drink a bottle of water to keep my hunger under control. There’s nothing worse than being hungry while you’re stuck in traffic. Keeping healthy snacks with you helps you avoid the temptation of the drive-thru!
After drinking my 5-hour ENERGY® shot and having a quick snack, I’m feeling pretty good. I usually have plans with my husband or our friends after work, so I always do a quick glance in the mirror to check my appearance. After gasping in horror at my splotchy makeup, undereye circles, and cracked lips, I remember that I have nothing to worry about. My afternoon pick-me-up kit also includes my makeup miracle products. My first step is to use a cotton swab to wipe away any smeared eye makeup. Next, a quick swipe of concealer under my eyes and over any blemishes helps me look like I’m awake and well-rested! Then I add an additional coat of jet black mascara to brighten my eyes and add a little night-time drama to my look. I use a setting powder to reduce shine and add lasting power to my concealer and foundation, and I add a bright pink tinted lip balm to cure my chapped lips and add some color to my complexion. To get rid of midday oil in my hair, I spray a few spritzes of dry shampoo and rub it into my roots. I also always carry a few bobby pins and hair ties just in case my hair needs to be put up or pinned back! In only a few minutes, I can go from disaster to darling.
As tempting as it may be to run home to my bed and Netflix after work, I never regret making the extra effort to spend time with my family and friends- even when I’m exhausted from the day’s events. Thanks to my afternoon pick-me-up kit (and my miracle-in-a-bottle 5-hour ENERGY® Pomegranate shot), I was able to successfully survive LA’s notorious afternoon traffic and spend an evening with friends and my husband (isn’t he adorable?) in Dana Point, California.
If you’re a busy lady like me, I’d highly recommend creating an afternoon survival kit to help you get through the second half of the day. Between the energizing drinks/snacks and a few makeup products, you’ll always be ready for a last-minute social function or surprise date! The best part of 5-hour ENERGY® shots is that you won’t experience the crash that you often get from sugary drinks and coffee, so you can keep your energy up for the remainder of the day.
If you’re a busy lady like me, I’d highly recommend creating an afternoon survival kit to help you get through the second half of the day. Between the energizing drinks/snacks and a few makeup products, you’ll always be ready for a last-minute social function or surprise date! The best part of 5-hour ENERGY® shots is that you won’t experience the crash that you often get from sugary drinks and coffee, so you can keep your energy up for the remainder of the day.
CVS has the 2-packs and 6-packs of 5-Hour ENERGY® shots on sale for Buy One, Get One 50% off, so be sure to stock up for all of your summer adventures. They’re already super affordable, but the sale makes them even more of a steal!
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Do you crash in the afternoons too? What are your favorite energizing products?
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