10 Simple Ways to Look More Attractive and Pretty, Effortlessly

Some women put forth as little effort as possible into their daily routine. Rather than wake up with ample time to get ready each morning, we snooze the alarm clock once or twice. Or possibly even set a whole new alarm, just so that we can sleep a little longer each morning before we are forced out of our warm and cozy nest of blankets to face the world. It’s a love/hate personality trait. As much as we love those precious extra minutes of sleep, we also want to feel attractive, and sleeping in doesn’t always work in our favor when we want to feel pretty. So, how can you look great with minimal effort? Well, there are some simple measures women can take to make to achieve an effortless, pretty, and natural look. For your convenience, here are ten easy steps you can take to look attractive without sacrificing your sleep.

This is the easiest step for lazy girls to achieve in their quest to look pretty. We’ve already established that we like to snooze our alarm repeatedly each morning because we love sleep much more than we like to spend our time primping in front of the mirror. Making sure that you get enough sleep throughout the night not only makes you feel better, but it also makes it easier to get through the day and function like a normal human, rather than a zombie. It is also an effortless way to make yourself look more attractive without having to pile on the makeup, so you can still achieve a beautiful yet natural look. Getting enough sleep makes our skin look refreshed and awake. It also reduces the look of dark circles under the eyes, so getting an adequate amount of sleep each night can brighten your undereye area which makes us look refreshed and put together.

Taking care of your skin is a key part of looking beautiful, and it can result in an effortless makeup routine because you won’t feel the need to apply heavy foundation and concealer when you are getting ready in the morning. This also cuts down on the time it will take you to get ready, which means you can sleep in a little longer, which is always good news. Essential steps add to your skincare routine include cleansing your face, and never going to bed without removing your makeup first. After cleansing your face, apply a lightweight facial sunscreen to protect your face from harmful ultraviolet rays, which can cause premature aging, sun spots, and wrinkles. Then, apply moisturizer and eye cream. At night, swap out the sunscreen for a facial toner and your daytime moisturizer for a night cream. For an extra special and relatively effortless addition to your skincare routine, it is a smart idea to indulge in a face mask a few times a week. There are many options for all skin types. If you have oily or acne-prone skin types, try out a charcoal face mask, which can help draw out impurities. If your skin is dry, apply a moisturizing face mask or even a sheet mask to infuse your skin with some extra hydration.

Staying hydrated helps your body function on numerous levels, but it also keeps your skin looking fresh, hydrated, and beautiful. To avoid having your face look dry and flaky, make sure you drink at least eight glasses of water each day. Swapping out sugary drinks like soda and juice for water will also benefit your skin because it will reduce the chances of your face breaking out with acne, which is never pretty, and it will help you achieve a natural glow. Keeping your water intake on-point also has the benefit of making your body run better in general, which makes you feel better than when you consume sugary drinks. We all know that feeling great helps us look great, too!

Processed foods have a way of making us feel less attractive because they’re often greasy and full of empty calories and sugar. We all know that sugar can cause acne, so if you’re making an effort to swap out your sugary drinks for water, why not swap out sugary foods with their whole, unprocessed counterparts? Taking care of your body is a natural way to make yourself more beautiful. Avoiding processed foods will be an advantage to your skin and choosing a healthier diet makes it easier to maintain a healthy weight. You will feel better overall because you won’t feel bloated after every meal, and you can avoid that afternoon slump that usually follows a meal laden with processed foods. Since you won’t be longing for an after-lunch nap, you have the advantage of feeling perkier and being in a good mood.

Taking care of your oral health is not only smart, but it is also a major step to looking attractive because no one feels pretty with dingy, plaque-ridden teeth. In a quest for a brighter, whiter smile, teeth whitening has gained in popularity over the years, and there is a variety of ways to achieve it that range from budget-friendly to expensive. If spending a bunch of money on whitening your teeth isn’t an option, take to Pinterest to discover some great DIY recipes for teeth whitening. One of the more popular pins suggests an easy hack of mixing baking soda with water and lemon. Tired of using whitening strips with less than desirable results? Explore your adventurous side and test out the newest trend of using charcoal to whiten your teeth. These teeth whiteners come in a powder that can be mixed with water, and chewable tablets which give you a relatively effortless option for whitening your teeth. You can also try a teeth whitening light, which can be found on sites such as Amazon. Despite the many different options out there, a tried and true method is to get your teeth whitened by a professional. Talk with your dentist to see if they have a teeth whitening service, or if there is a place they recommend.

In your attempt to sleep in in the morning, you probably made the difficult decision to skip washing your hair (for yet, another day). Chances are you may regret this decision once you’ve left the cozy cocoon that is your bed. Your regret is short-lived, though, when you remember that you can make your hair look effortlessly refreshed with the help of a little dry shampoo! Adding dry shampoo will make your hair look and feel a little cleaner in between washes, and it can also add volume and a beautiful texture to your hair. That extra bit of volume is great if you want to look attractive with minimal effort because you don’t have to take much time to style your hair. If you aren't quite sure your third-day hair can survive another dry shampoo wash alone, try putting it up in a top knot. It is a simple and chic way to create a pulled together look while keeping your hair out of your face. Don't worry if it isn't super polished, either. Messy buns are also in style, and it will make your result appear more natural! As awesome of a creation that dry shampoos are, it can sometimes take a beating on our hair, so when you do finally take the time to wash it, make your locks luscious once again with the help of a hair mask. Hair masks require little energy because you can just apply them and then go about your business while the ingredients work to restore health and hydration to your hair.

Do you choose to forego primping for the day in favor of snoozing the alarm clock just to get a few more minutes of precious sleep? You’re not the only one! The problem is, sometimes we snooze for a little too long and then we are left with very little time to get ready for the day. If this happens to you, one of the best things you can do to make yourself look prettier and put together is to wear a bright (but flattering) lipstick color. Doing so will distract people from the fact that you didn’t have time to do much more than put on some mascara and throw your hair in a ponytail or messy bun. Don't worry though; the natural look is definitely in!

Sometimes our lack of sleep is obvious due to our tired, puffy eyes. One way to make yourself look beautiful and more awake is to give your eyes a little extra love when you are getting ready in the morning. Gently tap underneath your eyes, moving your fingers toward your hairline, to help reduce the puffiness due to the fluid that settles under your eyes while sleeping. By keeping your eye cream in the fridge, one can have a cooling and tightening effect on the under eye area. When applying your makeup, keep your eye make up natural. Rather than creating a dark smokey eye, soften it up with brown tones and lighter colors. Don't line your waterline with black eyeliner either, as it can make your eyes appear smaller and less awake. Instead, use a white liner to open up your eyes. Finish your eye make up by applying a highlight color to the inner corners of your eyes for a brightening effect.

Being kind to other people makes you an attractive person overall. A woman may be beautiful on the outside, but being rude or selfish is an unattractive trait. No one really likes the bitchy woman that can’t be bothered to hold the door open for the person behind them or the woman that goes out of her way to make herself appear better than everyone else. Being nice to people is an effortless way to be a more attractive person, and if you're a smart woman, it should be a priority. Say good morning to people as you come into the office, and offer to help them with little tasks if they need it. If you have the time, take up volunteering at a soup kitchen or an animal shelter. You’ll meet new people and impress the ones that already know you. If you don't have the time to devote to volunteering, find another way to give back to your community or people in need. Donate a dollar to helping pets in need when you're checking out at Pet Smart or donate your old clothes to your local women's shelter. Also, support another woman because women supporting women is a beautiful thing!

If you're one of those girls who have RBF (resting bitch face), there is nothing you hate more than a guy telling you to smile. As annoying - and creepy - as it is, they might be onto a smart idea. Smiling more often is an easy to look more attractive with the slightest amount of effort. You put in all that work to make sure your teeth are a beautiful, pearly white and now is the time to show them off! Smiling at people makes you appear more approachable, and it can put people at ease. You also never know who could benefit the most from something as small as a smile, and you might just completely turn someone's day around.

One of the most important things you can do to appear more attractive is to be confident. If you are a self-conscious person that appears unsure about themselves, it tends to turn people. Men and women are more attracted to people that they won’t have to constantly reassure or validate. That being said, confidence doesn’t always come naturally to people. If you’re one of them, don’t fear! You’re not the only one. Ever hear the phrase, “fake it until you make it?” That’s what most people do, and you can do it too. If you act confident and sure of yourself, eventually that feeling will take hold on the inside, and your confidence will no longer be an act. If you need a little extra help feeling confident, create a playlist full of songs that you love. Include songs that make you feel powerful and the ones that make you want to strut your stuff. Play it as your getting ready for work, while you're working out when you're getting ready to go out for the night with your girlfriends, or just any time that you need a confidence boost! Make sure you add Demi Lovato's super catchy chart-topper, "Confident," to your playlist for a little extra oomph! Afterall, "what's wrong with being confident?" Absolutely nothing!

Everyone faces some sort of stress in everyday life, whether it be due to an intense job with a heavy workload, or problems with your significant other or even financial stress. Finding a way to reduce the amount of stress you are exposing yourself to can contribute to your overall health and make you appear more attractive. Sometimes it is not feasible to completely cut out the things that are stressing you out; as it is important to find a way to minimize the impact of the things that stress you out in your life. To do that, it's a good idea to practice self-care at finding a way to unwind at the end of the day. This can be as simple as cozying up with a book and a glass of wine or soaking in a hot bath with relaxing music and scented candles. Regardless of what is stressing you out, you should make an effort to maintain a positive attitude, no matter what life throws at you. People that constantly complain or have a negative outlook on life can be emotionally draining to themselves and to others. So, do your best to find the silver lining in the difficult moments and remember that they won't last forever.

No matter what tips you consider and implement in your daily routines, the most important thing to take away is that being yourself is one of the most beautiful things you can be. Don't worry about trying to impress people by spending a ton of money on expensive clothes, makeup, handbags, and jewelry. If you have to work super hard to make people like you, then those are not the people you want to be friends with in the first place. The people that do matter will enjoy the little things about you, such as your love of puns and how excited you get when you talk about the new selection of books you picked up recently. Remember that you are smart and your unique qualities make you beautiful!