Beauty Tip 1: Swap Regular Mascara for Waterproof
According to Maybelline New York Global makeup artist Erin Parsons, using a waterproof mascara can help your lashes hold a curl better. It acts like a perm for your eyelashes and seals in the lift. Try the Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara.
Beauty Tip 2: Ice Water Makes Nail Polish Dry Quickly
After you finish painting your nails, submerge your hands in ice water to help them dry faster.
Beauty Tip 3: Use Powder to Make Your Lipstick Matte
You can make any creamy lipstick look matte with loose powder and a tissue. Simply fill in your lips with your desired color, place a tissue over the lipstick and brush the powder along the tissue. The powder soaks up the shine and gives your favorite lipstick a smooth, matte finish.
Beauty Tip 4: Store Makeup Wipes Upside Down
Store makeup wipes upside down (with the opening of the package facing down) to keep them from drying out. According to makeup artist Kelli Bartlett, this will help the product thoroughly soak through every towelette, starting with the one you’re going to use next. We love the Crave Hydrating Makeup Removing Plant-Based Wipes.
Beauty Tip 5: Start Your Winged Liner at the Outer Corner
To master the perfect everyday winged eyeliner, start your line at the outer corner of your eyelid. Then, once you have your desired length, begin to fill in the wing. This is easier than carrying the line through to the inner corner of your eye. An editor favorite is the NYX Professional Makeup Vivid Matte Liquid Liner.
Beauty Tip 6: Use Tape to Catch Eyeshadow Fallout.
Packing on heavy or glittery eyeshadow? Use tape under your eyes to catch any fallout, and keep the color off of your cheeks.
Beauty Tip 7: Make a DIY Lip Scrub
Get rid of flaky lips with a DIY lip scrub made of coconut oil and brown sugar. Since exfoliated lips are key to preventing your lipstick from pilling, you won’t want to miss this step in your routine.
Beauty Tip 8: Prevent Puffy Eyes By Sleeping With an Extra Pillow,
To Sleep with your head propped up to avoid waking up with puffy eyes in the morning.
Beauty Tip 9: Cover Your Eyelids Before Applying Mascara
Hold a business card, spoon or tissue behind your eyelashes when applying mascara to prevent the product from getting on your eyelids.
Beauty Tip 10: Braid Your Hair Before Bed.
Braid your wet or dry hair at night before you go to sleep to wake up with beachy waves in the morning. Setting your hair overnight is the perfect way to save a few minutes when you wake up.
Beauty Tip 11: Spray Your Bobby Pins With Hairspray
Give your bobby pins a coating of hairspray for a better hold. Also, be sure you’re wearing them the proper way — with the squiggly side down — to ensure your hair stays in place. We recommend the Garnier Fructose Full Control Anti-Humidity Aerosol Hairspray.
Beauty Tip 12: Use Clear or White Lip Liner
Use a clear or white lip liner pencil to keep your lip color from streaking. Simply line your lips like you usually would, then fill them in with color. Try the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Lip Pencil in Ozone.
Beauty Tip 13: Mix Your Moisturizer and Foundation for Dewy Skin
Get a dewy glow by mixing your moisturizer with your foundation. It’s the perfect way to make a full-coverage foundation a little more sheer and comfortable to wear throughout the day.
Beauty Tip 14: Try the Connect-the-Dots Method
Use the connect-the-dots method for perfect eyeliner every time. This is a great way for beginners to nail the elusive wing.
Beauty Tip 15: Don’t Wax or Thread Your Brows at Home
Don’t try to wax or thread your eyebrows at home. Instead, pluck them to ensure you’re getting the perfect shape and only remove the hairs that are necessary. According to celebrity brow stylist Joey Healy, DIY plucking is always better because you’re only removing one hair at a time, rather than accidentally yanking out too many.
Beauty Tip 16: Wet Your Eyeshadow Brush With Setting Spray
Wet your eyeshadow brush with a setting spray before applying shadow to enhance the pigment and staying power of the product.
Beauty Tip 17: Groom Your Brows With Clear Lip Balm
If you’re in a pinch, you can use clear lip balm to tame your eyebrows. Simply dab some on your finger and press it into your brows.
Beauty Tip 18: Layer Your Moisturizer With a Face Oil
If your skin needs an extra boost of hydration at night or in the morning, apply a face oil over your moisturizer to lock in moisture. We love the Kiel's Daily Reviving Concentrate Face Oil.
Beauty Tip 19: Apply Winged Liner With Your Eyes Open
Parsons recommends applying winged eyeliner with your eyes open and facing a mirror. This trick will help you get your wings symmetrical on both sides and is especially useful if you have hooded lids.
Beauty Tip 20: Swap Your Gel Mani for This At-Home Option,
Save yourself the time and money you may be spending on gel manicures by trying Essie’s Gel Couture Polish. It doesn’t require UV curing — just finish it off with the Gel Couture Top Coat, and your many will last up to two weeks (as long as you reapply the top coat after seven days).
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