Taking a step into the wondrous and beautiful land of beauty for the very first time might feel a tad bit intimidating, but by keeping the helpful tips listed below in mind, you will soon find yourself using techniques on par with some of the best beauticians in the field.
Do you want clear, clean, healthy skin? Exfoliation is essential! Exfoliate your skin regularly to remove all the junk, chemicals, and dirt you expose yourself to every day. The internet has lots of great recipes for exfoliaters that clean your skin naturally and without costing you an arm and a leg, check it out!
To give your hair more volume, consider trying a new haircut with layers. Layers are one of the most effective ways to add volume to fine limp hair. Even if you like to wear your hair long, you can still have your stylist cut long layers into the top for a major volume boost.
To prevent buildup on your hair, use a clarifying shampoo once a week. Over time, residue from styling products and conditioner can build up on your hair, leaving it dull and lifeless. Using a clarifying shampoo at least once a week can remove this buildup, leaving your hair shiny, bouncy and full of life.
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.
Using Vaseline on your cuticles once weekly will help your fingernails grow. This feeds the nail and will encourage some nail growth. Be sure to use a top coat when applying polish, as this will also help reduce chipping.
Using a facial moisturizer is one of the best things you can do to enhance your beauty. Even if you have oily skin, it is still a good idea. Apply it every single night before going to sleep. If you have extra dry skin, it is a good idea to also use moisturizer in the morning as well.
Create a funky, modern nail design by using scrapbooking scissors with scalloped, zig-zag or other edges. You can cut regular cellophane tape with the scissors and place them on your nails before painting to create great stripes, two-tone effects, or other interesting designs. Try using matte polishes next to glossy ones for a multi-textured effect.
Smooth lotion over hair to reduce the static. If you find yourself out with nothing to use, grab the hand lotion you keep in your purse. Take a little bit and rub the palm of your hands together slightly, then run through your hair. This is a quick and easy fix.
Remember that excess sun exposure is not only bad for your skin, it is also bad for your hair. As a result of sun exposure hair may become dry, brittle, fragile and discolored. Sun exposure can tear protein bonds in your hair and make your hair permanently weaker. So, if you are going to be spending a lot of time in the sun, remember to wear a hat.
If you have discovered little white bumps under your eyes, know that these are called Milia and are quite common. They are a harmless form of a cyst caused by dry, dead cells being trapped under the skin. You can try exfoliation or use a moisturizer that includes an exfoliant with vitamin A to help them disappear, and prevent them in the future.
Rubbing a towel on your hair too roughly will damage your hair and make it frizzy. Instead, lightly scrunch your hair with the towel, and pat it dry. This may take a bit longer to dry, but your hair will look much nicer.
If you have sensitive skin there are certain things you should avoid doing in order to keep your skin healthy and looking its best. Do not wash your face with regular soap, do not use harsh, overly strong cosmetics, do not use facial masks that dry out the skin, avoid the use of foaming cosmetics and do not use cosmetics that contain fruit acids or alcohol.
While guacamole is tasty, were you aware that avocado is also a great skin softener? Just mash up a ripe avocado in a bowl (sans pit and skin, naturally). You should cover yourself from head to toe with this mashed avocado. Allow it to sit on your body for approximately twenty minutes. Once this time has passed, rinse it off. Avocado will naturally moisturize and soften your skin.
You have curled your hair with a curling iron, but have you ever thought about using heat on your eyelashes? No, don’t use a curling iron on your eyelashes because that is just too dangerous, but heat up your eyelash curler with a hair dryer for a few seconds, so your eyelashes will curl more easily.
Be careful not to apply too much mascara to your eyes. Adding too much mascara can take away from the natural color of your eyes. Plus, too much mascara can make your eyelashes clumpy. Buy a mascara that is lighter in color if you have light colored eyes and dark mascara for darker eyes.
Brush your hair at the right time. If you have straight hair, comb and brush when your hair is dry. If your hair is curly, brush and comb when your hair is wet. This allows you to work with the texture of your hair while avoiding frizz and fly aways in the process.
Attempt each beauty tip a few times until you feel like you have the hang of it. This will make you feel more comfortable with them. You may now feel more confident to begin your journey to start using professional beauty techniques and products in your routine.
