Sunday, February 3, 2013

How To Age Gracefully And Stay Looking Younger


~Chill Out Land of Beauty~

Caring for your skin and how you look is going to make a difference in your appearance today and for many years to come. If you take the time to follow some quality beauty tips, you are going to find out some things about skin care and beauty products that you did not know but will help you out.

Whether it be on your face, legs, or anywhere else, do not shave the same spot over and over again. People think that they will effectively get all of their hair by doing this, when in fact, the only thing that will happen is that your skin will get irritated or you will get razor bumps.

TIP! If you are constantly fighting problematic pimples, talk to your doctor about getting a prescription for Retinoid. Retinoid prevents blemishes by keeping pores small.

Use wool pads that you have dampened and stored in the fridge to help you refresh your eyes. It has the same effect as what cold cucumbers or tea bags but is a bit easier to do when you are on a tight schedule. You are really going to love the results.

Be sure to apply moisturizer to your face before you apply your foundation. It will stop your makeup from streaking and give you a more natural look once your makeup is applied. Be sure to go below your jaw line so you do not have the dreaded makeup lines that occur.

If you are worried about looking like a raccoon after applying your eyeliner, then there are ways to prevent that. You could try using a small stiff brush to apply cream eyeliner between the roots of the lashes. You could also try a shorter pencil eyeliner that has a cone-shaped tip as this gives you more control where you want the liner to go.

TIP! When you are filing your nails, be sure to only go in one direction. If you go back and forth you are sure to weaken the nail.

A few drops of rich sweet almond oil can be a very useful addition to your skincare routine as well as for use in emergencies. Use it on dry skin to infuse heavy duty moisture, or apply it to your cuticles to make them noticeably softer before a manicure or pedicure.

There are two ways to disguise blemishes and flaws on your face. First, gently apply concealer to the problem areas with a small cosmetics brush. The second method of disguising imperfections is distraction. Try wearing a warm, pink lipstick. This will draw peoples' eyes away from any flaws you wish to conceal.

If your hair and face could use a little tender, loving care but you can't spare the money for a spa or salon treatment, look no further than your refrigerator. Apply the whites of an egg to your face for a tightening, brightening mask, then apply the yolk to your hair to leave it glossy and full.

TIP! If you are like many who have a problem keeping your eyeliner where it is supposed to be, try applying your eye shadow on top of the eyeliner with a damp cotton ball. It will help to set the liner and keep it in its place longer than it would otherwise.

Keep to a schedule for maximum beauty benefit. You do not have to schedule everything, but you do need to schedule your meals. Studies have shown that people who are consistent with their routines concerning food and drink, look years younger, and live longer, than people who are sporadic with their eating times.

Don't follow every beauty fad. Every fad will not be right for you. Stick with what you know looks good on you and when you do attempt to follow a new fad, incorporate it one step at a time instead of going all out. This will give you a fresher, more timeless look.

Use a gel or creme blush instead of powder. This type of blush gives your skin a glowing and healthy look. Gel and creme blushes are more transparent and blend more evenly than regular powder blush. You should rub this blush on your cheeks and blend upwards for a flawless finish.

TIP! If the idea of applying strips of false lashes gives you cold feet, consider single lashes instead. These are considerably easier to apply and require only a small amount of eyelash glue, compared with the amount used for full lashes.

When choosing a lip liner, match the shade with the natural color of your lips instead of matching it to your lipstick. If your lipstick wears off, you won't be left with a ring of color around the outside of your mouth and you will only need one lip liner, instead of one to match each lipstick you use.

Unless you are suffering from severe acne, you should be sure to use a moisturizer that includes emollients, which help your skin to soak up moisture from the environment. Other ingredients, such as humectants, can actually attract moisture to the skin. Dry skin would benefit from a moisturizer with a heavy, creamy consistency.

You do not need to spend a lot of money on a fancy deep conditioning mask. There are many recipes you can make at home that include foods filled with nutrients that are great for your hair. A great one includes mashed strawberries and enough mayonnaise to make a spreadable paste. Leave it in your wet hair for 10 minutes and rinse.

TIP! If you have skin that tends to get shiny, you can do one of two things throughout the day. If you want to be fancy, you can buy a packet of face-blotting sheets.

If you have ever woken up in the morning and discovered that areas of your face are puffy, look to your refrigerator and a cucumber. You can cut up a cucumber and massage it over your entire face using a circular upward and outward motion. The cucumber has a natural astringent to help reduce swelling.

Eyeliner can add impact in a way that few products can. Steady your elbow on the table to avoid making mistakes, then use an eye pencil with a dull point to draw on a series of small dashes across the upper lash line. Use a smudging tool or sponge to blend the dashes to create a single line.

To keep your skin smooth, fresh and flawless, make sure you cleanse regularly. If you wear cosmetics of any kind, you should cleanse your skin nightly. Deep cleaning regularly can draw makeup out of your pores and help you keep your complexion fresh. Also be certain to give your skin a break from foundation occasionally.

TIP! If your hair and nails are brittle and lackluster, add in a daily over-the-counter prenatal vitamin. These supplements are very affordable and will produce noticeable results within three to four weeks.

Getting acrylic overlays can add up over time, which makes it very important to keep them looking their best to prolong wear. Invest in a bottle of nutrient-rich nail oil and apply it to the nails and cuticles once nightly. This prevents excessive or premature cracking and lifting of the acrylics between visits.

Never ever go to bed with your makeup on your face. This causes more damage than just ruining a good pillow case. Your pores will get extremely clogged and you will suffer many blemishes. Taking the time to wash your face each night will surely benefit you for many years.

Help reduce the appearance of the dark shadows and bags around your eyes by giving yourself a bit of a massage. Use some good moisturizer on your fingertips and massage around the eye area. It assists with lymphatic drainage around your eyes and will reduce the appearance of the damage.

TIP! Use cream cleansers, especially on your face. Soap can dry your skin and lead to skin that appears weathered and older.

The eyeshadow you use should depend on your eye color. By picking the wrong color, your eyes will not stand out. For example, those with blue and green eyes should pick shades that are warm in color such as light purples, brown, and gray. Women with brown eyes should wear darker shades, like dark greens and blues.

If you are new to using blush, try this method of applying this simple enhancer. Make a big, ridiculous grin in the mirror. The apples your cheeks make in this expression are where your first swipe of blush should land. Use the cheekbone to guide the rest of your swipe. This way, you will know your blush is properly applied to your face shape!

Because of all the chemicals in shampoos and conditioners it is actually recommended to not shampoo and condition every day, especially multiple times daily. To maintain hair condition and not damage it, most beauticians recommend shampooing and conditioning every other day at maximum. This prevents you from damaging your hair with all the chemicals in it.

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Gently brush your lips with a soft toothbrush. This will help you remove dead skin cells from your lips and make them soft. You should then apply Vaseline or another type of lip balm to moisturize your lips and keep them soft. You can do this every day or every other day.

Hopefully, you have learned a few things that will help you in your beauty routines. With so many tips to learn and to follow, you are sure to get the results that you seek by following at least some of them. The use of the right products and these tips is going to make you feel as pretty as you look.

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