Sudden rain showers are part of the experience of living in a tropical country. You fall asleep one night with the windows open or the air conditioner on full blast, and wake up the following morning to the gentle sound of raindrops pattering on your roof. And, as much as your alarm clock insists you get up right this minute, the warmth and comfort of your bed is just too difficult to resist. Looks like you just have to go to work with a makeup-free mug, right?

Wrong! You can get a few more minutes in bed and still look presentable for work, school, or whatever you have to wake up to. Browse through the gallery for makeup routines you can do in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. How’s that for beauty in a snap?

(First published in the September 2010 issue of Good Housekeeping Philippines, Good Looks section as “5, 10, 15 Minutes to Makeup;” model photos by Dix Perez; makeup by Sabs Hernandez; hair by Tony Dusich; model: Anthea Murfet; adapted for use in Female Network)