Free Beauty Secrets and Tips for Every Woman
People naturally feel good when they look good. When a woman does her hair, nails, or makeup just the way she likes it, the results can even be heard in her voice. The trouble is that with the regular 9 to 5 shuffle, there isn't too much time to spend doing anything extra, and our body and hair care are usually among the first things to be neglected. Here are some free beauty secrets and tips that can be done quickly and easily to help you achieve and maintain healthy skin and a beautiful appearance.
Use these free beauty secrets and tips daily or before a special occasion for bombshell results.
HAIR
- Once a month, mix two tablespoons of shampoo with a tablespoon of baking soda. Use this in the shower to clean out all the dirt that has built up during the month.
- Wet hair is delicate, so be gentle. After a shower, dab and squeeze the hair. Don't rub and pull at it because wet hair can easily break and do damage to the base cuticles.
- Boar bristle brushes produce the best results. They are gentler on your hair, and help distribute natural oils throughout your hair.
SKIN
- Go natural. Mother Nature provided us with an array of skin care products and hair care products as her gift to us. Dandy lion root is excellent for metabolism; aloe Vera is soothing to the skin; ginger needles, geranium, and orange blossom exfoliate; elderflower, nettles, yarrow, and cranberry extract rejuvenate and replenish skin; lavender, jasmine, and many other leaves are natural stress relievers; sea algae removes toxins and improves circulation; dead sea mud is rich in minerals that our hair and body thirst for; shea butter, avocado and olive oil are also great for the skin and hair.
- Touch your face as little as possible. Dirt and foreign oils can clog pores and cause irritations to your sensitive skin.
EYES
Eyes are one of our most impressive features. They're said to be the window to the soul, and eyes can certainly tell a lot about a person's personality and mood. Eyes are used to communicate nonverbal messages or accentuate verbal statements. Eyes are frequently the center of attention. As such, we want to accentuate and capitalize on this area. Mascara, shadow and liner can help us do this. Use these free beauty secrets and tips to create a winning look for your eyes.
EYEBROWS
- If you wax your eyebrows, use tea tree oil afterwards to soothe the irritated skin.
- Always pluck/wax at night before bed so any redness will be gone by morning.
- Eye shadow comes in liquid, powder and creams in a variety of shades and colors. For a dramatic effect, use a darker shade on the bottom part of the eyelid, and a lighter shade on the top half of the eyelid. Blend the two tones together where they meet to create a smooth look.
EYELASHES
- Wait for the first layer to dry before applying your second coat of mascara to avoid clumping.
- Use a lash curler prior to mascara application. If you can, it is preferable to curl your lashes right after a shower since the warm water makes the hair flexible.
- For teary-eyed occasions, use waterproof mascara to avoid streaks.
- Q-tips are the best tool I've found for mascara removal. Wet the tip and wipe away the unwanted mascara from your face gently but firmly.
Concealer cream can also help hide those late nights and hard times. Use a color that is one shade lighter than your natural skin, and get as close to the eyelash line as possible, filling in the entire under eye area.
LIPS
"Arguments out of a pretty mouth are unanswerable." -Joseph Addison
Lips are powerful weapons. Their curves can express displeasure or approval, and their color and form can range from mirth to sensual. Handle with care! Hang on to these free beauty secrets and tips for sensual lips.
- Use a lip liner that is a shade darker than the lipstick. When applying lip liner, use a table as an anchor to ensure no bumps or faux pas.
- Change up your everyday shade and style of lipstick by combining it with different substances. You can create a number of textures this way. Apply a small amount of powder to create a matte finish over your regular lipstick, or use Vaseline or clean lip-gloss as a base coat for a glossy sheen. Mix in a little bit of eye shadow for smoky and sensual look.
- For fuller lips, use glossy lipstick. This reflects the light and gives the illusion of more fullness.
CHEEKS
- Lightly brush your choice of blush diagonally in an upward motion from your cheekbone to the side of your cheek.
- For dry skin, wash with mild soap and water once or twice a day (morning and night is fine). For oily skin, wash face frequently, and use an astringent to discourage oil saturation.
NAILS
- Soak nails in lemon juice to remove stains, and buff for a shiny sheen. Apply one to two coats of your favorite color, and coat with a clear vitamin-rich topcoat. These are great free beauty secrets and tips for the nails that certainly cost a lot less than a manicure.
- Apply polish in thin layers. Thick layers tend to clump, peel quickly, and hold in air bubbles.
These great tips should help you to look your best and to feel great all day long. Remember that taking care of your outer appearance starts with taking care of yourself. This includes getting plenty of rest, exercising and taking time out for yourself when you can. With these free beauty secrets and tips combined with a healthy lifestyle, you will be able to look and feel your best everyday!
