Practical Beauty Tips

Your makeup disappears quickly

If your makeup fades away shortly after you apply it, there's one culprit: overly oily skin. To fix this, it's best to apply your moisturizer at least half an hour before doing your makeup. Also, don't forget that the moisturizer you use should be water-based and oil-free! Using loose powder instead of foundation can also help your makeup last much longer!

How to turn a daytime look into an evening look

You're heading to an evening event but have zero chance to remove and redo your makeup! In that case, try to keep your daytime makeup in as neutral tones as possible. For example, gray and black shades on your eyes can give the impression of a fresh makeup look with just a quick touch-up along the lines. For your lips, it's a good idea to opt for pastel shades rather than bold colors like red, pink, or orange.

Your eyeshadow is creasing

Cream eyeshadows in particular tend to settle into eyelid creases due to factors like heat, sweat, and oil, creating an unflattering look. To prevent this, avoid applying cream to your eyelids when moisturizing your face before makeup — use loose powder instead. This way, you'll set your eyeshadow on a dry base, keeping it in place and crease-free throughout the day.

For flushed cheeks

To prevent your cheeks from reddening at unwanted moments, you can use color-correcting primers before foundation. This will make your skin tone more even. Additionally, choosing a foundation in a shade close to yellow tones can help camouflage reddened areas.

How to cover blemishes

Pimples caused by the skin's excessive sebum production are the biggest problem for those with oily skin. But the solution is easier than you think. Squeeze a few drops of regular eye drops — "Visine" — directly onto your blemish. Then apply a little talcum powder on top. By morning, you'll find your blemishes have nearly vanished.

Your facial features look undefined

Your face looks completely flat — no definition, no dimension! Don't worry, you can fix this with just a few brush strokes. You'll need a two-shade powder set for this. After prepping your base with the lighter powder, use a wide brush to apply the darker shade into the hollows of your cheeks, blending up toward your ears. You'll notice your face looks slimmer and your features more defined.

Your hands are cracking

Cracked, neglected hands are considered one of the biggest beauty flaws. You can't just wait for them to heal on their own without doing anything. A few simple steps that take very little time can keep your hands smooth without drying them out. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the problem area before bed at night. Fragrance-free, pure petroleum jelly applied with a light dampening is extremely effective for treating cracked areas!

Your favorite lipstick broke

If you always apply your lipstick in the same direction, it will start to bend and eventually break. Try using your lipstick in different directions each time — this way it will last much longer. For lipsticks that have softened and broken due to extreme heat, you can leave them in the refrigerator overnight to firm back up. For lipsticks that can't be repaired, a small jar comes to the rescue. Melt the broken pieces with a little heat, collect them in the jar, and apply with a lip brush.