How To Get A Simple and Pretty Makeover By Yourself In Few Minutes!

Hello dolls, hope y'all had a lovely weekend?
I've been really busy with lot of things and I'm so sorry I hadn't been able to keep up with you.
Today, I'm bringing you tips on how you can achieve this simple look within few minutes.
Ladies, don't always forget to moisturize your skin very well before makeup application so as to get a smoother look.
 
   The perfect makeover starts with a beautiful well defined eyebrows. There is no such thing as the perfect brow shape, just stick around with cleaning up the area around your brows and follow the natural arch for your brow shape

I started this look by priming my face with the Zaron Face Primer , next I used my MaryKay Timewise matte wear liquid foundation which was applied with a foundation brush from Bobbi Brown brush set,  and this was then set with the Zaron Mattifying Powder which contains SPF 30. Next up, my brows were nicely done using the Jordana easyliner retractable pencil in coffee bean which we applied using a mascara wand from my brush set and highlighted with milani concealer in Golden Beige. In achieving this look, we switched things up by creating a soft look paired with bold lips. For the eyes, i used the matte nude shade from my Nude It All eye shadow this was followed by nicely creating a light contour with my contour pallette and blended them finely across the crease using a contour brush from my brush set. My upper lash line was lined using the Zaron gel liner in Jazz with the aid of an angle brush and the smoky eyes colossal volum' express mascara by Maybelline for my lashes which pulled the look together and made my sexy eyes pop. I created this lip colour by defining my lips with the Zaron matte lipstick in distinct and filled the rest of my lips also with a matte lipstick from Jordana in Rouge with the aid of my lip brush from my brush set.

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10 Commandments Of Highlighting and Contouring!

1. THOU SHALT NOT USE BRONZER AS
CONTOUR.
Shadows are not tan, they have not been to the Bahamas.

2. THOU SHALT TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION THE TIME AND PLACE WHEN CONTOURING.
Pageant? Drag show? CNN? Tear it up…go full Kardashian Class?  Church? General Public? Go easy and remember that actual people are looking at your actual face (with their actual eyes) Unless you want them to actually laugh at you, you should not look like you fell asleep on a Snickers bar.
SNICKERS FOR A SNACK, NOT ON YOUR FACE

3. THOU SHALT STEP AWAY FROM THE
SPARKLY SHIT WHEN IT COMES TO THE
HIGHLIGHTING STEP.

4. THOU SHALT BLEND.
And blend again. And, Sweet Cosmetic Jesus, blend again. Especially on your damn nose…it looks like you rolled an Oreo down the thing for fun.

5. THOU SHALT NOT USE INSTAGRAM,
PINTEREST OR YOUTUBE AS REFERENCE FOR HOW TO CONTOUR YOUR FACE.
Call a pro, ask them how to best YOUR “bring your best face forward” and take some serious notes. And maybe some video. These girls know how to contour their own faces, not yours. Hire a pro!

6. THOU SHALT REMEMBER TO ADD COLOUR TO YOUR “SCLUPTED” FACE WITH A LOVELY SHADE OF BLUSH TO BRING IT ALL TOGETHER.
And then thou shalt BLEND. ONE MORE TIME, BLEND.

7. THOU SHALT STEP INTO THE GLORIOUS
SUNLIGHT WITH A MIRROR AND TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION WHETHER OR NOT YOU’RE ACTUALLY PULLING THIS OFF.
And then thou shalt BLEND.

8. THOU SHALT ALWAYS CONSIDER THE TONE OF ONE’S OWN SKIN WHEN CHOOSING THE PROPER CONTOURING AND HIGHLIGHTING PRODUCTS.
One shade does NOT fit all. Ever.

9. THOU SHALT REFRAIN FROM TELLING
THINE PROFESSIONAL MAKE UP ARTIST HOW TO PROPERLY DO THEIR JOB.
Especially when it comes to Highlighting & Contouring, lest their eyes become permanently lodged in the backs of their skulls rendering them unable to finish your ridiculous face.

10. NEVER DRAW A PENIS ON YOUR NOSE.
EVER.

LET IT BE SO.
What other commandments of Highlighting & Contouring should be added to this list?

8 Rules Of Layering Your Skincare Products

Instead of just slapping on five creams—then washing your face because, seriously, that stuff is heavy—follow the lead of the pros.

1. Start light. Serums—the thinnest products—go first, Plus, they're easy to customize. Pick two or three serums that each treat one of your concerns: formulas with peptides for wrinkles (we like Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum), salicylic acid for oily skin.

2. Add an antioxidant. Vitamin C is one ingredient every skin type needs. "It brightens, protects against sun damage, and promotes collagen production," says cosmetic chemist Ni'Kita Wilson, who
recommends using a potent serum (such as Obagi Professional-C Serum 15%).

3. Take a coffee break. "If you give each product a minute to dry, it won't pill," . "I flow my skin care in with the rest of my morning routine. For example, put on a product, have coffee, then put on a second
product, then brush my teeth."

4. Lock it down. Moisturizer is key to any layering routine because "it seals serums on your skin, which can make them more effective,". Feel free to keep it basic: Try Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 15 for normal and oily skin and Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturizer for dry skin.

5. Know when to go in reverse. If your sensitive skin reddens at the thought of using even one treatment product, try putting on a simple, fragrance-free moisturizer first and then serums on top. "The cream will reduce the potency of the serums," but they'll also be less likely to cause irritation."

6. Add an oil. In small doses, oils make skin radiant. Put them on dry areas after creams—as a rule, oils can penetrate moisturizers, but not vice versa. Like L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect Glow Renewal Facial Oil,with sunflower-seed and jojoba oils. Skip the oil if you're wearing more than two serums under your moisturizer, though—at some point, you can't avoid looking greasy.

7. Don't forget protection. "Sunscreen is your last step in the morning," It sits on top of your skin, so if it goes on first, it prevents
other ingredients from penetrating." Coppertone ClearlySheer Faces for Sunny Days SPF 30 is lightweight enough to layer over multiple products.

8. Have a nightcap. It's not as sexy as a snifter of whiskey. But ending your nighttime routine with a retinoid makes you look a whole lot younger. (Every dermatologist recommends this anti-aging
super ingredient.) "I put my retinol over a serum and a cream— moisturizing helps retinol to penetrate better with less irritation," says Brandt, who uses his own Dr. Brandt Do Not Age Transforming Pearl
Serum and Time Reversing Cream.

How To Use Coconut Oil In Your Skincare Routine

DIY Skin & Beauty Care with Coconut Oil by Alabi Haleemah

Coconut oil is often praised for its many health benefits and its versatility in cooking and baking. While these many benefits may have gotten you to commit to always keeping some coconut oil in your pantry, coconut oil has a big place outside of the kitchen as well. Coconut oil’s healing, antibacterial, and cleansing properties take on an entirely new personality when used topically, making it the ideal multiple-products-in-one item to add to your skincare and personal grooming regimes. Since coconut oil is gentle on the skin and not laden with chemicals and ingredients you have to watch out for (like most of the skin and beauty care products sold today), this is a safe and easy oil for anyone to use and experiment with. Here are 4 popular ways coconut oil can be used to replace the dozens of pricey, and often ineffective, products sitting in your bathroom.

1. Cleansing with Coconut Oil
Many facial soaps and cleansers on the market are made with harsh chemicals and an overabundance of alcohol that will strip your skin of its natural oils, causing an overproduction of oil that can lead to skin
issues such as acne and clogged pores. Coconut oil is the perfect cleanser for any skin type, even oily, as it will gently wash away all dirt, impurities, and even the toughest makeup, but not every last bit of your natural oils. This will leave your skin soft and moisturized but clean, with enough of your own oils left to stop your skin from going into panic mode.

How to use coconut oil as a cleanser: take a small, 1/2 measuring teaspoon amount of coconut oil and emulsify between your fingers and massage gently into skin and wash off with warm water using gentle
circular motions until all dirt is washed away. Pat dry. Adjust coconut oil amount used as needed.

2. Waterproof Makeup Remover Using Coconut Oil
Removing waterproof mascara and eyeliner can be one of the most irritating things about the end of your day, and even worse, good waterproof makeup removers are pricey and the knockoffs with reasonable price tags just don’t do the job well. Not only that, but if you take look at the ingredients list, you will find a plethora of
ingredients that you cannot pronounce and definitely wouldn’t eat. So why let you skin eat it? Coconut oil, however, will wash off even the most stubborn, clingy, waterproof makeup with ease, as well as moisturize and condition the skin and lashes.

How to use coconut oil to remove makeup: for eye makeup, coat and cover lashes and eyelids with coconut oil and gently massage for a few seconds to loosen makeup, or apply and wipe with a cotton pad. Wash off in warm water and repeat steps for skin.

3. Moisturizing with Coconut Oil
Coconut oil makes a great skin moisturizer on its own, with a blend of other oils, or as a carrier for essential oils. Additionally, this can also be added to lotions and creams that need extra moisturizing properties. For the same reasons that coconut oil makes a great cleanser for all skin types, it also works as a moisturizer for any skin type. The key is to know how much your skin needs and how. Oily skin may need drier carrier oils such as argan or olive, while dry skin will probably drink coconut oil all up.

How to use it to moisturize your skin:
Face: rub a small amount between fingers and pat on to freshly washed skin, adjusting amount used as needed. If you’ve used the
coconut oil cleansing method and have plenty of oil left on your skin after washing, you can simply pat dry and skip the additional moisturizing step.
Body: emulsify oil between palms until warm and melted and apply to skin, or melt down and add to your favorite lotions and creams before applying.

4. Shaving with Coconut Oil
Shaving creams, foams, and gels all have an alarmingly long list of ingredients and are full of toxic chemicals that you do not need on your skin. These products may be extremely convenient, but there are
healthier alternatives that work just as well and are safe for highly sensitive areas, namely coconut oil. This method is best used with wet shaving after the skin has been run under warm water to soften the
skin and hair. Not only will coconut oil give you a smooth, close shave, it will also save you a lot of money on pricey cans of shaving gels that run out so quickly with daily use.

How to use coconut oil for shaving: apply enough oil to coat skin and shave as usual.

Summary
Using coconut oil as a facial cleanser, makeup remover, moisturizer and shaving “cream” are just small samples of all the harmful (and expensive!) beauty care products you can replace with coconut oil. If you’ve been fighting skin issues, have highly sensitive skin, or just need to cut back on the spending, give coconut oil a try and see if the results aren’t worth it for yourself.
Note on type of coconut oil: use a high quality virgin coconut oil. Refined coconut oils (non-virgin) could have chemical residues.
Bye!!!✌

How To Minimize Pores!

Did you know you can’t actually shrink your pores? But don’t stress, because it is possible to minimise their appearance. Arm yourself with a bit of know-how and a hard-working skin care product, and you’ll be
on on your way to a smoother, more even-looking complexion. Read the
tips below :

TIP #1: Cleanse day and night. Steer clear of harsh scrubs or cleansers that strip your skin of its natural moisture barrier, as they
can trigger more oil production.

TIP #2: Use an exfoliating toner. After washing your face, swipe an exfoliating toner across your face. It will help to rid your skin of any natural debris, stopping that build-up from expanding your pores.

TIP #3: Don’t squeeze your blackheads – this can stretch or damage the pore and make it more visible. No, thanks! Cleansing the skin
properly is a much better option.

TIP #4: Consider starting an anti-ageing routine. When skin ages, it loses elasticity, which results in pores increasing in size. To make your skin more resistant to this, keep it nourished and protected from the sun.

TIP #5: Apply a base that helps to improve skin’s texture while providing coverage. Using tailored products make the world of
difference.

Do You Really Need To Use A Face Serum?

Cleansers, moisturisers, facial oils, exfoliators, cleansing oils… I get it – skin care can be pretty overwhelming! But if you want to keep your skin looking youthful and glowing, you need one anti-ageing product on your side: a facial serum.
So, what does a serum do?
There are zillions of different types of serums out there, but they all aim to deliver the same thing: a concentrated dose of hydration and skin-loving ingredients to plump out lines and help to give your skin a
natural glow. Many facial serums are rich in active ingredients as well as antioxidants, vitamins and oils to penetrate skin, making it feel softer. They also tackle those fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation, dullness and large pores that can make us appear older. So, how does it differ from a facial oil, you ask? Well, serums can vary in texture and serve many different purposes. They can be oil-based, oil-free, and pack a punch when it comes to targeting the signs
of ageing. Facial oils are perfect for giving your skin intense hydration and nutrition, so try adding them both to your skin care
routine to reap the benefits of both.

Can’t I just use my moisturiser?
Well, yes, but using a serum, oil and a moisturiser will reap the most benefits. As serums are water-based, they’re easily absorbed into the deeper layers of the skin, while moisturiser is vital for hydrating the
outer layers of the skin. To give your skin the best chance of soaking up that anti-ageing goodness, it’s definitely worth adding a serum to your skin care routine.

How do I use a facial serum?
After cleansing, toning or using a facial mist, and applying any spot treatments, your skin’s ready for serum. Pop two to three drops on your fingertips, then massage them together and smooth over your face, being sure to focus on areas of concern like crow’s feet, forehead lines, and lines around the mouth. Follow with your facial oil or moisturiser, then finish with sunscreen.

Check out our cheat’s guide to layering your skin care products like a pro HERE , or briefly below:
Layering your skin care products:
Step 1. Cleanser
Step 2. Tone/mist
Step 3. Correcting/spot treatment
Step 4. Facial serum
Step 5. Facial oil
Step 6. Moisturiser
Step 7. Sunscreen

Product picks: Sanctuary Spa Active Reverse Power Peptide Serum , Indeed Labs Fillume Volumising Serum, Puretopia Pure Nutrition Anti-Oxidant & Omega Oils Essential Facial Serum, Vanessa Megan
Resurrect Anti-Ageing Serum

Do you use a facial serum? What does your skin care routine consist of?

How To Tackle A Tired Complexion?

Sometimes, getting a solid eight hours of sleep just isn’t possible, but a lack of sleep doesn’t only make you feel tired, but look it as well. Thank the beauty gods for skin care and make-up! If you want to come across perkier than you actually are, take advantage of brightening and illuminating products and try these five tricks for tackling a tired complexion…

STEP 1: DITCH DEAD SKIN CELLS

When your skin looks tired and sallow, your face is probably harbouring loads of dead skin cells. You can’t really see them, but these cells are major culprits for hiding fresh, healthy, and bright new skin. The trick to getting rid of dead skin cells is to exfoliate. Once or twice a week, massage an exfoliator over the skin using circular motions. Rinse it off to reveal healthy, fresh and glowing skin. Try Peter Thomas Roth Anti- aging buffing beads.

STEP 2: GET YOUR GLOW ON

If you’ve been relying on your facial moisturiser to give you a glorious glow, it’s time to up your skin care game with some radiance-inducing must-haves. After cleansing and exfoliating, apply a few drops of facial oil (like rosehip) to your fingertips and press it into your skin. It’ll give your skin a hit of long-lasting hydration and leave it with a bit of a glow. Follow with your moisturiser to lock in the oil and all that hydration. Dry skin is dull skin, so once a week, apply a face mask packed with skin-brightening ingredients. Try out Palmer’s Skin Therapy Oil - Face , Innoxa Restore Brightening & Even Complexion Crème SPF 15 , WONDERSTRIPES Booster Mask

STEP 3: ADD A LITTLE RADIANCE

Now your skin is brighter than before, it’s time to arm yourself with a few illuminating make-up weapons to capture the light in all the right places. An illuminating pen is your new BFF – swipe it down the bridge of your nose, above your eyebrows, and underneath your eyes and dab it in using your ring finger. This will help to conceal dark under-eye bags and subtly reflect light off the ‘high’ points of your face, instantly giving your face more structure. Try Natio Pure Mineral Concealer , Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Correcting and Highlighting Perfector

STEP 4: BRIGHTEN UP WITH EYE MAKE-UP

It may sound a little odd, but using a combination of black-as-black eye make-up and light reflecting hues can actually help to widen and enhance your eye area. Start by dabbing a shimmering taupe cream eyeshadow over your eyelid and up into your socket, then open up your eyes with lashings of a lengthening and volumising mascara. Finish by lining the inner corner and lower waterline of your eyes with a white eyeliner. Hello, bright eyes! Try Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup PurePressed Eyeshadow Single in Taupe , Eye of Horus Goddess Mascara , Lancome Le Crayon Miracle

STEP 5: SLEEP IT OFF

This final step might sound pretty obvious, but nothing is more effective than gettingg a solid night’s sleep. Not only will a good six to eight hours of shut-eye boost your energy for the day ahead, but it’ll also allow your skin to regenerate new, fresh cells and repair skin tissue. All this means less dark circles and bags, brighter eyes, and a healthy complexion.

Do you have a tired-looking complexion? What are your brightness- boosting tricks?