So many people think of beauty as what they see on TV or magazines. Unfortunately, these standards are often not very realistic. Your personal concept of beauty should be defined by you and grounded in natural reality. Keep reading to discover tips and advice for becoming the most beautiful version of yourself.
Red eyes make you look tired and worn out. Carry a bottle of eye drops in your purse and reapply as needed throughout the day. At home, keep a bottle of eye drops in the refrigerator to refresh your eyes when you get home from a day in a dry, air conditioned office.
Add volume to your hair. You can easily do this by blow drying your hair upside-down for at least 10 minutes. When your hair is dry, give it a cool blast of air to set the volume in. You can make your hair have more bounce and volume just by doing this.
Create the illusion of less deep-set eyes by using lightly colored eyeshadow to the entire eyelid. The light colors will appear to come forward, whereas a darker liner or shadow would have the reverse affect, making the eyes appear to recede further into the face. The color you apply should be light and very subtle.
Before you even apply mascara, make sure you have created the right shape for your eyelashes with an eyelash curler. This helps lift your eye area and gives your eyelashes a longer look. Start at the lash base, and hold the eyelash curler tightly shut for one second. Open it, bring it to the end of your eyelashes and squeeze one more time. You will have a nice natural curved lash and not a angle.
Do not take hot baths or showers. Using hot water opens your pores, allowing the natural oils in your skin to escape. They will then be washed away down the drain. Alternatively, warm or tepid water is soothing and does not dry the delicate skin on your face or body. This beauty tip may also save you money on your utility bills.
Torn fingernails can be mended with tiny fragments of teabags. First, remove the leaves from the bag. Then cut a tiny piece off the bag, it should be large enough to cover the nail tear. Last, place the cut material on the tear, and use clear nail polish to paint over it.
Avoid commercial “body butters” that contain chemicals, dyes and additives. All natural walnut oil or peanut oil make wonderful all-over body moisturizers. They are very inexpensive and are scent free. If you want scent, you can add the essential oil of your choice. After your bath, slather walnut or peanut oil on lavishly. Wrap up in an old terry-cloth robe and curl up with a good book or a movie while your moisture treatment soaks in.
Always remove makeup before going to bed. If you sleep with your makeup on, you increase the likelihood you will get acne and blackheads. Makeup can trap dirt and oil on your face. Clean and tone your face every night. Don’t forget to add moisturizer when you are finished cleaning.
To get softer and sexier lips use a honey scrub! Take 3 drops of honey, and mix it with half a teaspoon of sugar. Apply the mixture liberally to your lips, and let it sit for about 10 minutes. When you wash it off, you’ll find your lips have gotten softer and may even look fuller.
Use Vaseline on the outer edges of your eyes to make a shield. This will act as a waterproof barrier and will keep your makeup on around your eyes. This is especially good to use if you find your eyes are watery because of wind or any other factor.
Choose your eyeshadow based on your eye color to make your eye makeup really pop. If your eyes are blue, shades of brown are the most flattering. For brown eyes, try purple shadows like lavender or plum. If your eyes are green, golden shades are very flattering, as are many shades from the brown family.
To get a smoother look when applying your eyeshadow, apply primer first. Primer will give the eyeshadow an even surface and will create a smooth effect. It will also make your eyeshadow color look brighter and more vibrant. Be sure to choose a primer specifically designed for use on the eyes.
To get the best results from your styling products, don’t apply them to soaking wet hair. The water in your hair will dilute the products, rendering them less effective. Before applying any products, remove as much excess water from your hair as you can. You’ll see a change in how your products work immediately.
Exfoliate and shave your skin before using a spray tan. By preparing your skin beforehand, the tan will look more even and natural.
For soft feet, apply lotion or Vaseline and wrap in cling wrap before going to bed. You should then put socks on your feet. You should do this at least once a week for the softest feet. This will prepare even the driest feet for summer and wearing sandals.
You should always keep in mind that you do not have to look like the models or stars to be considered beautiful. Base your definition of beauty on your own beliefs and your perceptions of reality. Use the advice below to enhance the good looks you already have. The only person you really need to please is yourself.
