Have you ever got on a bus and looked at a very unkempt dirty looking person next to the only empty seat and thought 'oh no I wonder if they smell?' I have promised myself that no matter how old I will get up every morning, shower or wash and dress attractively no matter what even if it takes me all day unless something like severe disablement or pain stops me from doing so.

Have a shower the night before instead and just a quick wash in the morning - might not work during a hot summer but in the winter it is fine. Then use the extra time to do your makeup.

I feel my earlier comment was indicative of my insecurities. We can be too hard on ourselves. I think a shower at the end of the day is important. I shower in the morning when washing my hair but don't blow dry it as I prefer to have time to put some make up on. Sometimes if not washing my hair or pressed for time I will have a wash. Generally as long as you have some sort of overall wash once a day. A colleague at work doesn't wear make up but she likes to wear really attractive clothes and seems younger than she is as she is petite and free of make-up. I keep mine light and don't spend more than 10 mins putting it on. Do what suits you, your lifestyle and personality and remember you are worth it!