The Morning After: My Unforgettable 'Just Woke Up' Face

I wake up like this - not exactly glamorous.

My morning routine consists of a quick hair brush and splashing water on my face. That's it. Generally speaking, I am almost normal when I first wake up. I might shave later, but for now, I am just as I am.

However, don't expect perfection. I might look like a hot mess.

Here's a moment from this morning; I was lying on my bed after shoveling snow. There was no shower, no attempt to freshen up, and my messy hair was on full display. This is one of my better mornings in terms of appearance usually; my hair looks 10 times worse than it does now. Thank you, Samsung phone, for capturing this moment sideways.

Ummm… I probably just look like a normal person who looks extremely sleepy and probably has bed head and eye bags. I am not going to lie about it. I am definitely not a morning person, and I feel tired when I wake up.

Hey there,

Well, I am a girl and my 'just woke up' face is not so pretty. ♀

First, I get up and just re-think my whole life kinda looking like this. And then I am just like…

WHO AM I
WHY AM I STILL ALIVE
WHAT AM I GONNA DO WITH MY LIFE

It is funny, but my 'just woke up' face looks a bit like a cluttered wardrobe. I think I look like a small kid, albeit a little dull. I can see my dark circles, but when I smile, I just love my face. My hair... it's all around my face, and I put it behind my ears. I have a habit of sleeping by changing positions, so my ponytail is often loose. This condition also reveals that I had a peaceful sleep, no tension, no worries.

So, if you wake up to find me in this state, don't be alarmed. I am just going through my 'just woke up' routine. And if you have any tips for looking better in the morning, I'm all ears!

Stay well and see you in the morning, maybe just looking a little less like a hot mess.

Best,
Your Morning 'Hot Mess' Friend