Sometimes we just need a little touch up to feel better about ourselves, and sometimes that touch up is looking glam for a night on the town. Or it might be facials and a pamper night. Whatever it might be hopefully some of these tips below can be of service to you!
1. Too little sleep or under-eye bags?
Keep a spoon in the freezer and hold it under your eyes to eliminate puffiness and aid in blood circulation. Works every time!
2. If you're still a shaver, opt for conditioner instead of shaving cream.
It gives an incredibly smooth shave and adds hydration. It's also one less product to clutter your tub or shower.
3. Dont test foundation on your wrists.
Besides a good skin care routine, your foundation is the second most important aspect of your make up look. You want your foundation to flawlessly match your skin tone. When choosing a foundation, dont make the mistake of testing it on your wrist! Your wrist is often a different shade and textrude from your face. For the most accurate match, swatch on your jawline or neck.
4. The first rule of good skin care is to keep it simple.
It’s best to stick with the basics:
- cleanser
- moisturizer
- sunscreen
- drinking water
- balanced diet
Simple skincare also means using just enough product. There is no benefits in using a huge amount of products apart from sunscreen. Using many different products can actually cause skin problems.
5. It's also important to have a skincare routine
Here are some tips to keep up your routine:
- Get the order right.
- Exfoliate once a week.
- Always wear an SPF.
- Drink water, lots of it.
- Don't for get your neck and your collarbones.
Products should also be used from lightest to heaviest .
The best order of skincare for the best result:
- Double cleanse
- Exfoliate
- Use toner
- Boost your vitamin C
- Try retinol
- Hone moisturising tequnique
- Give your face a massage
- Sunscreen
6. Exfoliate to avoid a patchy look.
Exfoliating your skin can insure that your make up will not King to patches of dry skin or accentuate texture. A chemical exfoliant with BHA or a gentle scrub can do the trick! You can skip this step if you really using retinol to avoid over exfoliating your skin.
7. Makes your blush and highlighter for a rosy glow.
If you prefer looking effortless over a blinding beat. Glow from within by mixing of blush and highlighter before applying to your skin this is best achieve with a cream highlighter and blush.
8. Don't let a breakout get you down!
Stamp a hydrocolloid patch Over a pimple and proceed with your foundation as planned. The hyrdocolloid patch absorbs any gunk from your pimple the protecting it from bacteria and even more irritation. It leaves a smooth base for your foundation to simply guide over.
9. Clean your make up brushes with olive oil and dish soap. You don't want to work on a flawless look only to break out afterwards because you used dirty brushes.
Let's be real maintaining, Cleaning brushes can be tedious make sure you always have a clean makeup brushes. Olive oil helps breakdown the make up when paired with to dish soap you can spend less time cleaning and more time testing your favourite looks.
10. DIY your tinted moisturiser.
DIY-ing your tinted moisturiser is an easy way to create a custom foundation that perfectly matches your. Simply mix a dollop of your favourite moisturiser with a few drops of liquid foundation in the palm of your hand, and apply it to your face as you would regular moisturiser. This is perfect for when you want a natural, dewy look that won't feel heavy on your skin. Plus its a great way to stretch out the life of your favourite foundation and get more use out of it!
11. Use loose powder to achieve longer lashes.
Powdering your lashes might sound strange, but it can add volume and length to your lashes. Pick up powder using a small brush or q-tip and lightly dust over your eyelashes before applying your mascara. The powder helps to thicken each lash and create a base for the mascara to adhere to, resulting in a fuller more dramatic look.
12. Learn how to apply eyeliner to compliment your eye shape.
Applying eyeliner is a great way to enhance your eyes and add definition to your overall look. Different eye shapes require different techniques for flattering result. For example, those with almond shaped eyes can create a winged effect, while those with hooded eyes may need to focus on the other corner.
13. Do a clean out! Clean out your makeup bag.
Throw away those old samples of products which you will never use, check the use by date and freshen up with a new bag. The seasons change and so does our skin! Feel fresh and declutter.
14. Refresh your clumpy mascara.
Quick and easy way to refresh clumpy mascara is to add a few drops of saline solution or eyedrops into the tube. This helps and out the formula and makes it easy to apply. Simply add the drops to the tube close at tightly and shake gently to mix the solution. Your mascara will be as good as new and ready to use for flawless application just be sure not overdo it with the jobs as too much liquid can ruin the mascaras formula.
15. Use eyeshadow as eyeliner colourful looks without buying new products.
All you need is a thin angled brush and your favourite eyeshadow shade to make it look more vibrant. You can dip it in a little bit of water. Use eyeshadow as eyeliner also results in a softer but more defined eye look.
16. Don't line in your entire eye with dark eyeliner. One of the best make up hacks is to avoid lining your entire eye with dark eyeliner.
Instead, use a lighter colour on your inner corners of your eyes and gradually get darker as you move outward. This creates a subtle, yet define solute that can make your eyes appear bigger and brighter. Over doing the dark island I can make your eyes look smaller and closed off. With this simple tip you can achieve a natural an episode effortless book that is perfectly for every day where.
17. Apply nude or white liner to your waterline to widen your eyes.
One way to achieve brighter and more awake looking eyes is to apply nerd or white eyeliner to your water line. This simple trick can instantly make your eyes appear larger and more youthful, as it helps to create the illusion of wide eyes.
18. Always carry a lip-balm.
Protect the lip area from exposure to wind, cold temperatures and ultraviolet rays with a simple touch of lip balm every time you feel your lips are running dry.
19. Layer skincare products the right way.
Always start by Applying thinner, Watery textured products first and leave the thickest creamiest products for the end. This helps the skin because heavy creams and oils help seal all the products that have been applied prior.
20. Dont underestimate the power of sunscreen.
Besides protecting your skin against the harmful UVA and UVB rays of the sun, a sunscreen is also the best anti ageing tool you would ever use. Recommended you choose a non-comedogenic and Hypo allergenic formula, by simply reading the labels on the bottle to pressHypo allergenic formula, by simply reading the labels on the bottle to prevent skin break outs.
21. Follow a healthy diet.
The effects and benefits of following all these tips would be incomplete if not paired with a healthy diet.
to get good hair and skin, your diet should always be nutrition. It should be an excellent mix of fruits, vegetables, nuts and cereals. Increase the intake of raw or boiled food and include as many fruits and vegetables in your smoothies and juices.
22. Warm up your moisturiser
When smoothing on face or body moisturiser, warm it up by rubbing your fingers together before applying it directly to skin
23. Messy mascara?
If you end up with mascara under your eyes when applying it, wait for it to dry. Then scrape it off with an eyebrow brush, it won't ruin your make up underneath which is perfect.
24. Prevent clumpy mascara.
While In the process of doing my make up I put my mascara tube under my arm or in my bra to warm it up using my body heat. Then when it comes time to using my mascara there are never any clumps.
25. Skin care order.
Layering skincare in the correct order has upped the skincare game. The best step by step routine is serums, eye cream, face oils, sunscreen, and moisturiser. Your skin will thank you for it.
26. Serums.
Apply your serums on damp skin. Thank me later.
27. Use apple cider vinegar as a toner.
We know how annoying only skin can get, but the good news is that there is a way to manage it. Some people choose not to use moisturiser to avoid making their skin oilier but not using one will trick your skin into producing more oil. For hydrated skin, apply apple cider vinegar mix with water after you wash your face. Once your skin is dry you can apply your moisturiser, using vinegar will prevent your skin from producing more oil.
28. Get rid of cracked lips with honey.
Low temperatures are one of the common causes of cracked lips. Having cracked or dry lips can be uncomfortable but trying out this natural remedy will give your lips are moisturiser boost they need. Makes a tablespoon of olive oil, a tablespoon of honey and a tablespoon of sugar in a bowl and stir well. Massage the lip balm onto your lips for two minutes then wipe it off with a cloth. Once removed your lips will be soft and noticeably hydrated.
29. Use a paper towel to blot oil from your face.
Using paper towel to remove oil from your face is a quick and convenient way to keep your face oil free. Just press a sheet of paper and pat gently but firmly against the shiny areas on your face. Parts of the face that are known to get oily are the nose, forehead and chin. Avoid touching your face because hands tend to carry a lot more bacteria that could trigger a break out.
30. Use Vaseline to make your perfume last longer.
Rub Vaseline on areas you know you'll be spraying your perfume on. Perfume last longer on moist skin as opposed to dry skin. If you're big on smelling great all day, use a fragrance body wash and a perfumed body lotion as well, your skin will be left smooth, moisturised and fragrance.
31. Massage the face with moisturiser.
Lightly bluffing moisturiser onto the surface of the skin prior to make up application will just slide off, and areas that most need Soothing will still look rough underneath my car. I stimulating skin massage helps bring back a beautiful radiance, sometimes it has to be lightning fast, but this step matters.
32. Scrape your lips to slough off dead skin cells.
Many girls have severely chapped and cracked lips. This is especially common in the winter, but often a big issue in the summer due to air conditioning.
33. Mix and match with foundation colours.
Layer on a light and darker foundation also concealer. Because there's not just one shade or texture which will create the effect of seamless the skin on every single woman. Dabble in palettes of cream, layers of thin liquids, and dry heavy pigments, smoothing it all out with various brushes, sponges and fingers. It will look like you have the perfect skin.
34. Remove eye goop with precision.
Fingers are huge no no! After all that perfect, multistep concealing, it's a big liability for me with the task of removing any offending eye gunk without also disturbing any of the make up around it. So I take care of it with a cotton swab and exact precision.
35. Blow your nose without ruining your makeup.
Sticking one's fringes covered in tissue directly up the nostrils and blowing lightly with absolutely no wiping at the end.
36. Use lip balm in places you would put highlighter.
No, you didnt read that title wrong. Put in on the cheekbones, bridge of nose and the top of the lips.
37. Always do eye make up first.
The application of eye make up inevitably result in some fallout. Eyeshadow specs on the cheek or liner mishaps. Don't risk messing up your work on the face by saving the eyes for last. Start with the eyes and you can clean anything before proceeding.
38. Perfect mascara.
BFor the longest lashes, start by applying mascara on the top lashes, and be sure to coat the entire lash. For a natural look, just apply one or two coats, but if you're going for a bold look I apply third. Bottom lashes only need one coat, regardless of how many coats you apply to the top.
39. Avoid Peach Fuzz
The secret to applying your foundation is by using downward strokes. Most of us have a thin layer of hair on our face, and applying foundation in an upward stroke will make the hair strands stand out. However, even with perfect makeup, given the right light, peach fuzz will be visible. The best way is to remove facial hair. You can opt for derma planing or use a small facial razor with oil to remove peach fuzz and get a natural and perfect glow.
40. Create a conical shape.
Most of us used to apply concealer in a semi circular pattern under our eyes to reduce the appearance of bags of puffiness. However, you're the best results apply concealer in a conical pattern under the eyes and extend it to almost where your nose ends. Not only does a better job at concealing because it is easy to blend, but it also helps in contouring the sides of your nose.
41. Blush Under Foundation.
This is also a clever way of reversing the order of applying the product to get smashing results. All you have to do is apply the blush first and then apply the foundation over it. The end result looks like you are glowing naturally from within. However, do make sure it is cream or liquid blush! Powder blush under foundation could cause patchiness.
42. Apply bronzer in a triangular fashion for better blending.
It is a better idea to draw two inverted triangles on your cheeks with a bronzer if you want to achieve cool-toned contouring.
43. DIY Bronzer.
If you are in the mood for trying out something fun, try making your own bronzer. All you need are a few items that are already sitting on your kitchen shelf.
Take some cinnamon powder, cocoa powder, some nutmeg powder, and mix with some cornstarch – and there you have your bronzer. If you are a fan of makeup with natural ingredients or want to keep chemicals completely at bay, it doesn’t get any more natural than this. However, you may want to conduct a patch test first to ensure that you are not experiencing any inconsistency or patchiness during application or adverse reaction to the ingredients.
44. Feathery Strokes.
Always use light feathery strokes while filling out your eyebrows with a pencil. It will make them look more natural.
45. Instant Eye Lift.
For an instant lift in the eyes, use your highlighter just above the arch of your brows and blend it out. It will not only define your eyebrows perfectly but also have a dramatic impact on the appearance of your entire face.
46. Get The Pop.
If you are stuck with an eyeshadow with less pigment or you want that extra pop of color, create a white base by filling in your eyelids with a white eyeshadow colour first. You may also achieve the same effect by wetting your brush or a setting spray before application.
47. Sticky Tape Method.
For a perfect wing, use the scotch tape method. Just stick a scotch tape in an angular fashion on the sides of your eyes and let the ends guide you to achieve that killer winged eyeliner every single time.You can also use a spoon,business card, debit card or basically anything with a straight edge as a guide.
48. Prevention From Smudging.
When it comes to smudge prevention, kajal is not the easiest product to work with. However, to ensure your kajal stays put for hours, simply dab some eyeshadow over it once you are done. You can also use an eyeliner. Simply draw a line with the liner over your kajal. It will lock the kajal in place and also look super neat.
49. Clean Your Brushes.
There is absolutely no excuse for not cleaning your brushes, unless a serious skin breakout is the look you are going for. Unclean brushes are breeding grounds for bacteria and makeup residues impact their performance as well. Clean them with a mild shampoo at least once a week.
50. Use Vaseline for smudge free manicure.
To keep your at home manicure on your nails, play a little vaseline around a boundary where are your nails and and your skin begins. Wait for your manicure to dry, then wash your hands. Any polish that landed on top of the Vaseline with wash right off.
51. Apply dry shampoo before bed.
Dry shampoo is a last-minute lifesaver when you have to be somewhere but you don't have time to wash your hair. But you may actually get more out of your bottle of dry shampoo if you apply before going to bed.
52. When choosing a foundation shade,always match to your décolletage so that your face and chest are cohesive in tone.
53. Pink/peach Concealer corrects the Blue underneath our eyes. Yellow Based concealer lightens and brightens
54. A quick 5- 10 second burst to your lash curler prior to mascara will give you curled lashes to rival a lash lift !