How to Apply Fake Eyelashes

 

Who doesn’t want to be able to flutter long, thick, beautiful lashes? Unfortunately, not all of us are blessed with a fairytale-worthy set. Although many of us turn to enhancers or growth serums from brands like Revitalash, Neulash, or prescription strength Latisse to take our lashes to new lengths, false lashes offer a quick temporary fix. And they offer the versatility to suit your every mood: from natural looking to completely over-the-top effects.

While there are hundreds of brands, lengths, and styles to choose from, the application process is quite standard—as is the removal process! If properly removed, temporary lashes won’t harm your natural lashes. Plus, if you treat your disposable lashes with care, you can use them over and over again, extending their lifecycle and value.

Step 1: Size your lashes. Often lashes are oversized to fit all eye-shapes, and may have a sharper edge that can feel uncomfortable on the eyelid. Prior to adding the adhesive, size the lash across your lid. Trim down the sides, using cuticle scissors if necessary.

Another tip: cutting the strip in half can make application easier.

Step 2 : Instead of adding eyelash glue directly to the back of the lashes, squeeze the adhesive in a fine line onto your non-dominant hand and then run the seam of the lash through the glue for a more even application.

Step 3: Wait a few seconds for the glue to dry, and then place the strip on the outer half of your upper lid (as close to your natural lashes as possible). Place the seam along your lashline, going in a downward motion. You should be pushing the strip down into your lashline, rather than applying the lashes from the front.

If you cut the strip in half in Step 1, repeat the process to place the lashes on the inner half of your upper lashline.

Step 4: For a more natural effect, use liquid liner along the lashline to conceal any sign of the lash strip.

If working with individual lashes, the process is the same: just make sure to start with the outer corner and work your way in.

** When removing the lashes, do not rip the strip. This can tear out your natural lashes. Instead, dip a Q-Tip or cotton swab into eye makeup remover and gently run it along the lash line. The false lashes should naturally begin to fall off. Gently glide the strip off with your fingers. Then use another swab to remove any excess glue.

Place the false lash carefully back in its case for next time. Generally, false lashes are packaged so they lie along a curved plastic container. Putting the lashes back on that curve helps them keep their

Foot care

Our feet need as much care as rest of our body. We often neglect our feet and give more attention to our face and hair. Even if your feet is tucked in socks and boots all winter, they can still be affected from the weather.

Exfoliation and moisturizing is an important step for healthy feet. Scrubs are great such as sugar or salt scrubs are all natural and good for your feet. Make sure your nails are healthy and skin is not dry or cracked heels.

The first step is to exfoliate using a scrub. You could do this step in the shower, The steam from the shower will soften the dry heels and skin. Massage the scrub in circular motion for about a minute. The sugar granules are abrassive which is a perfect natural exfoliater. You can also use a pumice stone for removing dead skin cells. The tool is usually double sided, one side is a hard scrubber and other is brush side. Use the hard side on your heels and brush side on your nails.

Then moisturize. The best overnight treatment for dry and cracked heels is to apply a rich body butter or vaseline. Massage your feet and wear socks. Wash in morning with a mild soap or body wash and dry with a towel. Your could do this treatment once in a week or twice depending on how dry your feet are. Also, keep your feet regularly moisturized.

Hair Clips Styles

Hair clips styles change often, but there are some that never go out of style. Current trends are relatively timeless so those who kept their hair clips from years ago can get some use out of them again. Vintage and classic styles are trending and they work for people of all ages and style personalities. Whether someone prefers a major statement piece or something more subtle, it is important to understand how the pieces work for particular hairstyles.

1	Metallic Hair Clips

Metallic hair clips allow someone to add a bit of edge to their look. Metallic hair accessories can add edge to a feminine look. They work with all hairstyles and come in a wide range of sizes that accommodate most hair types. Metallic claw clips are some of the most popular options because they range greatly in size and style, ensuring an option for everyone.

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2	Bow Hair Barrettes

Bow barrettes give simple hairstyles a distinctly feminine touch. For example, adding this type of barrette to a basic ponytail can make it elegant rather than sporty. This is a great timesaving option for those on the go because they can obtain a great, flirty style in minutes. Bow barrettes look great for both full ponytails or at the end of braids. The trendy bows are about 2 inches wide and 1 inch tall so they do not distract from the overall hairstyle.

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3	Bobby Hair Clips

Bobby clips are classic and have been around for decades. Current bobby hair clips have embellishments that make them a bit fancier and more sophisticated. Jewels, flowers, and patterns adorn current bobby clip trends making them stand out more than the standard gold or black ones of the past. However, these standard colors still have their place, as they are subtle, making them ideal for sophisticated updos. The embellished versions make a statement and add flair to any hairstyle. Consider a no-slip grip for fine hair so the clips stay in place.

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4	Jewel Hair Clips

Jewel hair clips come in a variety of styles with jewels that really make a splash. The most popular styles display mock diamonds, pearls, or colored gemstones. These are set on bars, often shaped like butterflies, dragonflies, or flowers. The clips are usually barrette style and smaller in size, making them a good option for an up-down style. However, jeweled claw clips and flamingo clips are also available for those looking for jewel clips for a complete updo style. The jewels make these hair accessories a good option for dressy events, including weddings and other formal evening events, because they add a bit of sophistication and elegance to a look. It is best to match the jewels in the hair clips to other jewelry pieces for a streamlined look.

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5	Plastic Hair Clips

Plastic hair clips come in a wide array of styles, colors, and sizes. They vary in terms of the type of hairstyle and hair type they work best for. Understanding the types of hair each clip works best for allows the consumer to find the perfect plastic hair clips

Summer Hairstyles

When the hot summer sun starts beating down, women look for a myriad of ways to stay cool through the sizzling temperatures. Light tank tops, strappy sandals, flowing sundresses, and flimsy skirts do the trick in the apparel department, but finding the right hairstyle can be an entirely different story. Keeping hair off the neck and shoulders is the key to staying cool, and doing so stylishly ensures you feel great and look great at the same time.

 

1. The Pixie Cut

Spread some fairy dust and cool off with a classic pixie haircut or one of its many variations. Wear a longer pixie slicked back, or ask for a layered cut with short waves you can hold back with a hair clip. Many celebrities have sported this cool style, including Shailene Woodley, Jennifer Lawrence, Anne Hathaway, and Halle Berry. If year-round short hair is not your thing, grow the cut out when cooler weather arrives, and get it chopped off again in time for next summer.

2. The Reverse Bob

Keep your neck cool with a reverse bob (also known as an inverted bob) cut that leaves longer layers around the sides to frame the face but keeps the neck bare during steaming summer months. Add highlights that catch the sun’s rays to enhance the look, and sweep hair back from the face with decorative pins on the hottest days. Give the back a bit more dimension with styling products to create a tousled look. The stacked style gives the back of the hair more body but keeps you cool when you need it most.

3. The Messy Topknot

Perfect for women who love long hair, the messy topknot is simple to produce at a moment’s notice and does not require a special cut to keep you cool in the summer. Create this look by flipping your hair over and blow drying it to add extra body. Then, pull the hair into a high ponytail using an elastic hair band. Twist the ponytail into a knot, and hold it in place with bobby pins. For a variation on the look, divide the ponytail into three sections, and wrap each section around the ponytail’s base for added volume and dimension.

4. The Classic Ponytail

Wear an elastic ponytail holder around your wrist as a bracelet, and pull your hair back into a simple ponytail anytime it gets too hot. Wear the ponytail low or high, or even keep two hair bands on your wrist and create pigtails for an old-fashioned look that is sure to keep you cool and turn heads. For a variation on the pigtail or ponytail look, braid a section of hair and wrap it around the base of the tail.

5. The Wavy Bob

The length of this cut keeps you cool, and the waves offer a stylish look. Even if you have straight hair, waves are easy to create with a bit of overnight preparation. Spread a small amount of styling gel through wet hair, and then place the damp tresses in pin curls overnight. Go to bed without worrying about the next day’s style, and just remove the pins in the morning. Once the curls are loose, run your fingers through your hair for a wonderfully wavy look that lasts all day.

How to use eyebrow pencil

Makeup is a part of almost every woman’s daily routine. With cosmetics, a woman can enhance her features and cover up imperfections. While thick, well-groomed brows are always desirable, not everyone has naturally thick, well-shaped eyebrows, which is where eyebrow pencils come in handy. An eyebrow pencil is a type of makeup that women use to create thicker, more defined brows, to complement the rest of their facial features. Buyers who want to learn to use this tool should follow certain steps, but before that, they should learn about popular eyebrow pencil brands. Eyebrow pencils and other cosmetics are available from many retail stores.

One way to find the right pencil is to try different brands and shades and see which one works best. It may take a few tries, although for the most part, eyebrow pencils are quite similar and it should not take too long for a person to find an ideal choice.

Using an Eyebrow Pencil : 

Some makeup newbies may think using an eye pencil is as easy as drawing over the brows. Actually, it takes more than just drawing skills to make natural looking eyebrows. First, there is some preparation involved before any actual drawing takes place.

Finding the Arch
Finding the eyebrows’ natural arch is important to ensure the brows look natural. The first step in finding this arch is measuring the brows. Take any long, straight object, like a pencil or makeup brush and place it in front of the center of the eye, going up to the brows. The point where the object meets the eyebrows is the natural arch. Next, take the same object and place it by the edge of the nostril and the edge of the eyebrow. This is where the brow should begin. Then, line up the object with the edge of the nostril and pivot it to the outer corner of the eye. This point indicates where the brows end. These three points make up the natural shape of the eyebrow. Connect the three points with a pencil and pluck or wax accordingly.

Preparing the Eyebrows
Before using any type of eyebrow makeup, women should first ensure they groom their brows by using a pair of tweezers to clean up any stray hairs or use an eyebrow comb to put everything in place. Next, picking the right pencil shade is the next important step. While it may seem counterintuitive, the pencil shade should be slightly lighter than the person’s hair color, but only two shades lighter at the most. Since eyebrow pencils are for filling in brows and not drawing them on, a lighter shade should look more natural. Dark pencils tend to have a “drawn-on” look and seem obvious. Finally, before using any pencil, the user should sharpen it, but not to a fine point. There are many special eyebrow pencil sharpeners just for this purpose.

Using the Eyebrow Pencil to Fill in Brows
The best way to use an eyebrow pencil is to fill in brows slowly, not draw them on. Starting from the inner corner, apply the pigment using light, short strokes, until it reaches the outer corners. Clean up any stray marks with a cotton swab dipped in makeup remover. Some people might want to use an eyebrow brush to fix any stray hairs and blend in the pencil pigment.

How to shape your eyebrows

Avoid costly procedures at salons by tweezing your own eyebrows in the comfort of your own home. All you need is a handy and strong pair of tweezers. Just begin by applying lotion to the area, to lessen the amount of pain that results from plucking. Observe the natural arch of eyebrow, as shown in the photo to the left. Determine how much arch you want, and begin by plucking away excess hair on the lower brow bone. Then begin to create the arch until you reach the desired effect. This will most likely take you around 5-10 minutes per eyebrow.

I would suggest a strong and sturdy pair of tweezers, like the Tweezerman Professional. This pair will get the tiny eyebrow hairs that are a bit tricky to remove. Pulling away from the skin may hurt at first, but it should become less painful once you have more practice. After achieving the desired shape of the eyebrow, apply cold water on the skin to reduce redness, and bring down and swelling that may occur. Within minutes the skin will go back to normal, and your eyebrows will be completed. Using the Tweezerman Proffessional will save you a lot of money, and the hassle of making an appointment at a salon.

How To Buy Fake Eyelashes

Though there are only two basic designs for false eyelashes, full false eyelash sets and individual eyelash extensions, within each of these general types there are several other choices that buyers can make. This includes looking at different lengths, colors, and enhancement features.

False Eyelash Lengths

The length of the false eyelashes an individual chooses to buy will depend entirely upon the desired effect of these lashes. For example, when looking for individual lash extensions, try to match the length of each extension to the length of the current lashes to achieve a more natural look. In addition, there are specific considerations to make depending on whether a buyer wants one type of lashes or the other.

Sizing Individual Lash Extensions

Individual lash extensions are generally offered in four sizes: 8 mm,, 10 mm, 12 mm, and 14/15 mm. Some companies offer extra-long individual lash extensions that are up to 20 mm. When adding individual lashes, users will need to vary the length at different points of the eyelid, as longer lashes tend to be concentrated in the middle of the eyelid and shorter lashes on the outside.

Sizing Full Lash Extensions

On the flip side, when looking for full lash extensions users do not need to worry about the subtleties of length as the full set is already designed around these changes. However, the overall length of the set of false eyelashes should be taken into account in accordance with the effect that one wants to create, either super-dramatic or natural.

Another consideration that must be taken into account with full length extensions is the length of the strip of lashes themselves. Each person’s eyelid is unique, meaning that there may be a need to trim strips on either side or buy shorter strips in order to conform to one’s eye size.

False Eyelash Colors

One of the real draws of false eyelashes is not only the natural-looking beauty benefits that they provide, but the variety of effects that users can create through the use of colored false eyelashes. Colored options are generally associated with full lash extensions, which come in every color of the rainbow; there’s even the option of gettingmulti-colored false eyelashes..

However, it is also possible to get individual lash enhancements in different colors which can then be used for a more subtle colored look. This is a great way to add an extra “pop” of color to an outfit, much like bright eyeliner..

Make your nails strong and grow

Your nails are made up of Keratin, the same protein as your hair is made of. Everyone want their nails to grow fast and strong and they add beauty to your hands. Here are some ways to make your nails grow faster, strong and shinier.

Here is a list of essential health tips for Nails

1. Your nails are made up of protein. It is important that you have a proper intake of protein rich foods such as eggs, meat and beans. You can also take drinking protein shakes or vitamin D supplements .
2. Garlic is very effective to make your nails grow fast. Apply garlic paste to your nails twice a week or simply cut a garlic clove in half and rub it on your nails. Its juices will be absorbed by the nail.
3. Washing dishes can make your nails weak. The detergents are very harsh for your nails and affect its growth. To protect your fingers from harmful chemicals, always wear gloves.
4. Trim your nails regularly to get rid of any weak parts and apply petroleum jelly before going to bed.
5. Do not use nail polishes of ordinary brands, go for good brands and use nutrient filled polishes.
6. Moisturise your nails with olive oil, take few drops of olive oil on your palm and rub it on your nails. Dry and dull nails are prone to breakage.
7. Avoid biting and scratching your nails as it can make them weak.
8. Avoid painting your nails with polishes than contain formaldehyde, toluene and sulfonamide. These chemicals are unhealthy for your nails.

Homemade hair conditioner

Do you get dry and tangled hair after shower? A simple natural solution to this problem is to use a leave in conditioner or a detangling spray. Store bought products contain a huge range of chemicals including silicones which makes your hair soft but damages your hair when used for a long time. In this post, we’ll tell you some easy homemade all natural leave in conditioners which also work as a detangler. These natural ingredients are guaranteed to repair damage and manage dry hair with frequent use.

Here’s how to make easy homemade leave in hair conditioner and detangler:

RECIPE #1:

• Coconut oil ( Melt solids in the microwave)
• Distilled water
• A spray bottle
• Your favorite Essential oil for fragrance
• Vitamin E oil or aloe vera gel ( optional)

Take your spray bottle and fill it with one cup of distilled water. Add two tablespoons of coconut oil, a few drop of your favourite essential oil and vitamin E oil/aloe vera gel and cover the lid. Shake the spray bottle well until all the ingredients are well combined. Your leave in conditioner/ detangler is ready to use. Spray it on your wet hair and use a wide tooth comb to detangle your hair.

RECIPE #2:

• This recipe requires a conditioner to make a leave in conditioner.
• Natural Conditioner
• Spray Bottle
• Distilled or Filtered water

Take your spray bottle and fill it up with distilled water, leaving 1/4th of the bottle empty.Next, Add in about 2 Tbsp of your conditioner. Finally, shake it well and use it on your damp hair.

Rosewater and Glycerin Toner

Rosewater is known for its skin beauty properties. For centuries, it is used as a skin toner. Rosewater is also used for eyes as it helps to soothe eyes. Rosewater has healing properties. It contains phenyl ethanol, an astringent which fights acne and reduce blemishes. Rosewater is a natural mild antiseptic recommended for skin irritation, acne and hydrating skin and body. It helps to reduce inflamed skin by stimulating the circulation in tiny blood vessels beneath the skin.

Rosewater also helps to maintain the pH of skin. Using it regularly will improve the appearance of acne prone, blemished and inflamed skin. Rosewater is also safe to use on skin conditions such as dermatitis and eczema. Due to its healing and soothing properties, rose water is used to sooth insect bites and sunburn. After a tiring day, simply spray rose water on your face for cooling skin and relaxing.

Glycerin is used in almost every other beauty/skin care products. It is a viscous and oil like liquid though it’s not oily. It absorbs very well into the skin. The best thing about glycerin is that it moisturizes skin without making your skin oily. Glycerin keeps you skin hydrated and moisturized by attracting moisture and water towards skin. It holds moisture in the skin.

Rosewater and glycerin mixture is an excellent toner. It helps to balance and keep your skin well nourished. Use it after washing your face. The mixture is available anywhere at drugstores. You could also make your own rose water and glycerin mix at home. Keep it in a spray bottle and just spray it anytime during the day your skin feels dry. It gives your skin a healthy glow and dewy look.

Individually glycerin and rose water are amazing for the skin. Rosewater and glycerin benefits for skin are many. With its moisturizing and hydrating properties, this mixture is also great for rejuvenating aging and wrinkles. You could make a mask for your skin by mixing sandalwood powder in rosewater and glycerin. Make a paste and apply on your face and neck. It helps to balance oily skin and reduce blemishes or scaring making your skin soft and glowing. Let is sit for a few minutes and rinse with warm water. Dry your skin and spray rosewater and glycerin.

To make your own rosewater and glycerin toner: simply, mix 1 1/2 cups of rose water and 1/4th cup of glycerin. Pour in a spray bottle. Shake well before use. Just to be on safe side, spray on your wrist before using it on your face. If you get any kind of irritation avoid using it.