I love products that actually deliver on their promise, so I’m happy to tell you that the 5 Minutes to Gorgeous kit from Urban Cowgirl not only lives up to its name but may even give you some extra time to admire yourself in the mirror.
Tucked into a pretty-in-pink paisley bag – which is a much more effective way to keep your morning routine organized than, say, smushing it all into a drawer – are a handful of make-up must-haves plus the brushes to apply them perfectly. There’s a creamy concealer, protein-packed blush, eye-opening shadow and liner, mascara and lip-smacking gloss.
I’ve been wary of kits before because too often you end up paying for products that you don’t want or just aren’t flattering. What makes 5 Minutes to Gorgeous so different is that it lets you choose from a variety of shades or customize it completely to complement your skin tone. And each product works together to insure a smooth, finished look. There are even tutorials and how-to videos on their website.
With its “by girls, for girls” philosophy, Urban Cowgirl is my kind of company. In addition to making sure her products are filled with healthy ingredients and created using cutting-edge technology, founder Margeaux Mann has also launched the non-profit “Back in the Saddle.” This innovative and important program helps young women suffering from difficult illnesses and treatments by providing makeovers and much-needed support.
Yee haw!
This post originally appeared on my former blog, StyleSubstanceSoul.
I like that you can customize the product colors to suit. I don’t always trust color recommendations because sometimes, you know, the customer IS always right! 🙂
I too am wary of kits…but it looks like the colors in THIS one just may work for me.
All the basics you ever need. Trying to throw out all my make up i’ve probably held on to for WAY too long and start over. This kit/bag looks like the perfect place to start! Plus I’m always on the lookout for the perfect mascara
Beautiful! Love your website. Love the featured products. Love the awareness it all builds. Thank you!
5 minutes to gorgeous? I’d be willing to give it 10 if I get the results!
wow I could really use this going job hunting.
This looks so cool! I don’t wear a lot of make-up usually but would love to be able to have a make-up kit that’s “short and sweet.”
I agree with other comments- what a great idea! No more scrambling in multiple purses and pockets!
Great colors and nice way to simplify make-up application.
This kit looks awesome – I am going on my first family vacation with 3 kids and this looks like it would be perfect to bring with!
Looks like ‘beauty in a bag’—just what us busy ladies need for a quick pick me up! Sure could use it! G-G~
Looks great – just what I need!
Beautiful, fun kit.
Seems like I never have more than 5 minutes to get ready. This bag was built for speed and beauty. Right up my alley!
What girl doesn’t want to go from cowgirl to glam-girl in 5 minutes? Take the horse and give me the limo!
What an awesome collection! It seems like it has everything I need in one beautiful bag! It would be a fabulous addition to planning my trip to Italy. We haven’t been in 20 years, and it would be perfect!
Sherrie Wall
I do love reading all “StyleSubstanceSoul” information. Many of the articles are so fresh and inviting. I have forwarded many of the articles to my daughter in college.
The “Urban Cowgirls 5 Minutes to Gorgeous Kit” would be an added help for my daughter. My daughter Alyssa is a busy active young 20 year old. Along with college studies, Alyssa is a RA, Resident Assistant, English and media major and an active vegetarian. I am one proud “Mama-Bear”!!
The “By Girls for Girls” mantra for UrbanCowgirl® is a perfect compliment to young women striving for organic, positive choices!!
I absolutely love the color of the bag and the make up! Very artistic! I think anyone could be gorgeous with this!
When it comes to makeup, I need all the help I can get…
The “five minutes to gorgeous, urban cowgirl” kit sounds like the perfect solution/rescue.
I love trying new makeup. Never heard of this but it looks great.
Looks like the perfect thing for me to take to BlogHer.
Style Substance Soul always makes my day brighter. I look forward to the emails!
Keep the soul comin’!
Thanks,
Molly
I think the whole thing looks yummy and would love to own one for a “fresh” look for my face.
Thanks,
Skye
One minute, works for me!
My makeup bag was stolen and I’ve been trying to replace one piece at a time. This would a fantastic!
Love the bag!
Boy, I could use this tonight. I have so much to do and no time to do it…and I have a dinner to go to. Having 5 minutes to gorgeous is exactly what I need.
I like that you can customize the product colors to suit. I don’t always trust color recommendations because sometimes, you know, the customer IS always right!
5 minutes to beauty? I need that! I am always on the go and need to look gorgeous like an Urban Cowgirl. Thank you for the opportunity!
I’d love to win the beauty prize. It looks terrific!
Thanks,
Joyla
I need an updated look…..
Love this website. And Five Minutes to Gorgeous sounds like a myth but I’m willing to chase down the dream.
I am always trying to create something like this for myself but can never quite get it organized enough, fabulous idea.
I would love to win this as it is so compact and will not take up a lot of room as I travel a lot.
Thanks in advance.
This is an ideal product, not only because it is designed for women who do too much, but most importantly because of the natural ingredients. With all of the unsafe chemicals out there that women are blindly consuming, it is a breath of fresh air to see this!
THANK YOU!
Love the new format! Love the giveaways.
Five minutes? That sounds like my kind of look! Please enter me!
My fingers are crossed to win!
Rural cowgirl here, but I’d love to have some urban influence! Thanks so much for the chance to win!
Love your website and look forward to receiving your updates.
WOW! This is so great! Thank you.
This is an ideal product, not only because it is designed for women who do too much, but most importantly because of the natural ingredients. With all of the unsafe chemicals out there that women are blindly consuming, it is a breath of fresh air to see this!
THANK YOU!
Looks like nice makeup, i’m needing to find some new products to try out. Keeping my fingers crossed.
Anything that only takes five minutes if AMAZING so how can I turn down an opportunity to enter!!
looks like the perfect solution for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of time on makeup, but who wants to look great!
This looks wonderful. It would be spectacular to have everything grouped together. Will be traveling again soon. AWESOME!
simple is better and less is more! the sooner i can get out and on with my day the better!
I’d love to win, who doesn’t want to be gorgeous, especially if it only takes 5 minutes?
I’m a city girl living in the country for the last year….the name of the product makes me smile.
Definitely caught my discerning eye. New make-up and a beautiful bag to go with….what girl wouldn’t want this?
Looks like the thing I need.