The ultimate way to save time on styling your hair -- don't wash it. If you have greasy and or flat roots, spritz them with dry shampoo (try Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo, $24). Part and spritz until your whole root area is coated and then brush the dry shampoo through your strands for even distribution. -- Taylor Babaian, Los Angeles-based hair and makeup artist

If you have time to apply only one makeup item, choose blush. It "instantly enlivens the complexion and a great blush literally makes you look alive," says Petra Strand, creator and founder of Pixi cosmetics.

To cut down on blow drying time, follow these steps courtesy of Patrick Jagaille, hairstylist from the Serge Normant Los Angeles Salon:

Step 1: Squeeze excess water out of your hair after showering.
Step 2: Apply the styling products you normally use.
Step 3: Part your hair the way you want to wear it then comb through your strands.
Step 4: Let hair air dry while you do your makeup, drink coffee, dress the kids, etc.
Step 5: Now blow dry -- it should take about half the time.

Save a step by using foundation that contains sunscreen or other skin-benefiting ingredients (try Shiseido The Makeup Lifting Foundation SPF 16, $42.50). Apply it with your fingers (make sure they're clean) to blend it in quickly. Bonus tip: "If you can't blend [foundation or concealer] into your skin quickly, it's not the right color," Babaian says.

Blow dryer:
"If you need speed, you should have a professional dryer. It doesn't matter what brand it is or the size," Jagaille says. He also recommends using the nozzle to focus the heat and power of the dryer.

Flat iron and curling iron:
"More money spent will save time," says Babaian about the importance of buying professional-grade irons. She claims that higher end tools are better made and get hotter, which equals less time spent styling.