Tuesday, 2 November 2010
How to use shampoo and conditioner properly
http://www.helium.com/items/1981580-how-to-use-shampoo-and-conditioner
The best hair styles for your face shape
http://www.helium.com/items/1919109-choose-the-right-haircut-for-your-face-shape
The best foundation for oily skin
http://www.helium.com/items/1943757-best-foundations-for-oily-skin
How to make your boobs look smaller
http://www.helium.com/items/1919022-how-to-make-your-breasts-boobs-look-smaller
How to make your nose look smaller
http://www.helium.com/items/1921207-how-to-make-your-nose-look-smaller
Tuesday, 11 May 2010
How to reduce water retention
Easy natutal ways to reduce the uncomfortable feeling of water retention
Water retention is horrible, it makes you feel bloated and puffy, your stomach feels tight and your joints swell. It happens to most women at least once a month, but men can suffer from it too. There are water retention pills available over the counter, but for many people, these have no effect. There are pills available on prescription, but these are only for severe cases and will very often leave the user with problems such as cystitis.
There are some easy and natural ways to reduce and even alleviate water retention without having to resort to taking prescribed pills.
Teas: No, not normal teas as these can make the problem worse, try teas like Burdock root, dandelion, liquorice, or rose hips, these are all mild natural diuretics that will eliminate excess water without leaving your body dehydrated.
Water:Very often, if you are suffering from water retention, it is because your body does not have enough water in it, so it is holding onto what it has. Slowly sip water throughout the day and make sure your body is adequately hydrated, this will help to reduce the symptoms. Also, try hot water with a little bit of lemon in it, the hot water and the lemon act as a cleansing agent, so any toxins and excess water will be removed from your system.
Vitamins: Vitamin B is excellent for reducing water retention, take one pill and you should see significant results within the hour. Vitamin E and C are also said to help significantly reduce water retention. Always stick to the recommended daily allowance of vitamin supplements unless otherwise directed by your Doctor.
Food: Foods that contain water are excellent at alleviating the uncomfortable feeling of water retention, foods such as cucumber, lettuce, celery; any water-based foods will help greatly. Potassium: Potassium contains a mild natural diuretic, try to eat a diet rich in potassium rich foods such as Bananas, Tuna, Tomatoes, Strawberries, Avocados, Oranges Apricots.
Water retention is horrible, it makes you feel bloated and puffy, your stomach feels tight and your joints swell. It happens to most women at least once a month, but men can suffer from it too. There are water retention pills available over the counter, but for many people, these have no effect. There are pills available on prescription, but these are only for severe cases and will very often leave the user with problems such as cystitis.
There are some easy and natural ways to reduce and even alleviate water retention without having to resort to taking prescribed pills.
Teas: No, not normal teas as these can make the problem worse, try teas like Burdock root, dandelion, liquorice, or rose hips, these are all mild natural diuretics that will eliminate excess water without leaving your body dehydrated.
Water:Very often, if you are suffering from water retention, it is because your body does not have enough water in it, so it is holding onto what it has. Slowly sip water throughout the day and make sure your body is adequately hydrated, this will help to reduce the symptoms. Also, try hot water with a little bit of lemon in it, the hot water and the lemon act as a cleansing agent, so any toxins and excess water will be removed from your system.
Vitamins: Vitamin B is excellent for reducing water retention, take one pill and you should see significant results within the hour. Vitamin E and C are also said to help significantly reduce water retention. Always stick to the recommended daily allowance of vitamin supplements unless otherwise directed by your Doctor.
Food: Foods that contain water are excellent at alleviating the uncomfortable feeling of water retention, foods such as cucumber, lettuce, celery; any water-based foods will help greatly. Potassium: Potassium contains a mild natural diuretic, try to eat a diet rich in potassium rich foods such as Bananas, Tuna, Tomatoes, Strawberries, Avocados, Oranges Apricots.
How to reduce the appearance of varicose veins
how to reduce the appearance of varicose veins.
Varicose veins occur when the small valves in the veins stop working to their full efficiency, and allow blood to flow backwards and eventually the vein will become varicose.
Any vein in the body can become varicose (swollen and lumpy) but it is most common in the legs, due to the weight that they have to carry and the time many people spend standing. Women are at a much greater risk of developing veins with an average percentage of men with varicose veins at around 15%!
Varicose veins are lumpy and visible (often even through tights), and can be very uncomfortable causing aching legs and general discomfort around the area. Some people do not experience any pain or discomfort, but are embarrassed by their appearance.
They can be caused by different things, but the most common causes are pregnancy, weight gain and aging. Though very often they are hereditary.
I am one of the ones unlucky enough to have developed them due to weight gain, I am 25 years old and though they do not cause me a great deal of pain (there is some) they are unsightly and I have tried many things to help reduce their appearance.
I have had to do this because my Local hospital will not perform any kind of operation on the National Health Service (NHS) which means I would have to pay upwards of £1000 for a procedure which has a 50% chance that the veins will return within a year.
A couple of my friends who are only slightly older than me also have them and we have all shared our tips for reducing their appearance and discomfort with each other.
Fake Tan.
Sunless tanners are a good way to help reduce the appearance of varicose veins, they hide the blue colour of the veins and give the legs a smoother, more even appearance. This will not work for bad cases of varicose veins, but if your case is mild it can improve the look of them greatly.
Cocoa butter.
This is another product that helps to give the skin a more even appearance, which also makes it good for spider veins (which normally precede varicose veins) and it also helps reduce any scarring.
Vitamin E.
Vitamin E is excellent for circulation and can help to reduce the appearance and uncomfortable feeling of varicose veins.
Ibuprofen gel.
Ibuprofen gels have come along way from the green stinging gels that create that horrible smell. Many gels are clear and have no smell at all. These gels will not only reduce the look of the veins by reducing the inflammation, they will relieve any aches and pains. Do not apply more often than every four hours.
Aloe Vera.
Many people are sceptical about Aloe Vera, but I took the recommended daily allowance of Aloe Vera for 2 months and the spider veins on my legs significantly reduced and the varicose veins certainly looked better.
Massage.
When you have been stood for a while, the blood starts to pool in the legs, giving the veins an even more swollen appearance. Massaging the legs will help to improve the circulation and avoid uncomfortable swelling.
Weight loss.
It’s fairly simple really, the less pressure there is on the legs, the less they will swell and the better the veins will look. I recently lost 42lbs and the improvement in the appearance and feel of the veins on my legs is staggering!
Varicose veins occur when the small valves in the veins stop working to their full efficiency, and allow blood to flow backwards and eventually the vein will become varicose.
Any vein in the body can become varicose (swollen and lumpy) but it is most common in the legs, due to the weight that they have to carry and the time many people spend standing. Women are at a much greater risk of developing veins with an average percentage of men with varicose veins at around 15%!
Varicose veins are lumpy and visible (often even through tights), and can be very uncomfortable causing aching legs and general discomfort around the area. Some people do not experience any pain or discomfort, but are embarrassed by their appearance.
They can be caused by different things, but the most common causes are pregnancy, weight gain and aging. Though very often they are hereditary.
I am one of the ones unlucky enough to have developed them due to weight gain, I am 25 years old and though they do not cause me a great deal of pain (there is some) they are unsightly and I have tried many things to help reduce their appearance.
I have had to do this because my Local hospital will not perform any kind of operation on the National Health Service (NHS) which means I would have to pay upwards of £1000 for a procedure which has a 50% chance that the veins will return within a year.
A couple of my friends who are only slightly older than me also have them and we have all shared our tips for reducing their appearance and discomfort with each other.
Fake Tan.
Sunless tanners are a good way to help reduce the appearance of varicose veins, they hide the blue colour of the veins and give the legs a smoother, more even appearance. This will not work for bad cases of varicose veins, but if your case is mild it can improve the look of them greatly.
Cocoa butter.
This is another product that helps to give the skin a more even appearance, which also makes it good for spider veins (which normally precede varicose veins) and it also helps reduce any scarring.
Vitamin E.
Vitamin E is excellent for circulation and can help to reduce the appearance and uncomfortable feeling of varicose veins.
Ibuprofen gel.
Ibuprofen gels have come along way from the green stinging gels that create that horrible smell. Many gels are clear and have no smell at all. These gels will not only reduce the look of the veins by reducing the inflammation, they will relieve any aches and pains. Do not apply more often than every four hours.
Aloe Vera.
Many people are sceptical about Aloe Vera, but I took the recommended daily allowance of Aloe Vera for 2 months and the spider veins on my legs significantly reduced and the varicose veins certainly looked better.
Massage.
When you have been stood for a while, the blood starts to pool in the legs, giving the veins an even more swollen appearance. Massaging the legs will help to improve the circulation and avoid uncomfortable swelling.
Weight loss.
It’s fairly simple really, the less pressure there is on the legs, the less they will swell and the better the veins will look. I recently lost 42lbs and the improvement in the appearance and feel of the veins on my legs is staggering!
How to get shinier hair
How to get shinier, stronger hair.
We all want hair that is shiny, healthy looking and strong, but for many of us, that seems like an impossible dream, but there are a few simple things that you can do to help your hair look fantastic.
Avoid the straighteners (Or curling irons!)
I know, so many of us love our straighteners, they make our hair look smooth and tamed, but they also burn our hair!
That’s right, they are burning it! And hair cannot heal itself, so once it is burned, then there is nothing you can do to rescue it! Also, if you have the tiniest bit of water on your hair, this water will boil when your straighteners touch it! You will have boiling water on your hair, now that’s not going to do your hair any good is it?
Blow drying
Blow drying your hair is not good for it, but it’s not as bad as straighteners.
When you blow dry your hair, make sure you use a heat protection serum, this will activate when the heat from the dryer reaches your hair and will help protect it. Always wait until your hair is at least 70% dry from towel or air drying before you blow dry it.
Use the lowest heat setting, you can use the highest speed, try to use a wide tooth comb whilst you are blow drying, but if you need to use a brush, make sure it is a soft, natural bristled brush.
Always point the dryer downwards onto your hair, this will help the cuticle to lie flat and make your hair look shinier.
Washing
When you are washing your hair, don’t have the water too hot, and when your hair is wet, apply the shampoo to wherever you need it, don’t rub the shampoo vigorously into your scalp, simply massage it gently into the hair.
Allow the shampoo to run down your hair as you rinse, try to avoid moving or disturbing your hair too much when it’s wet as it is very fragile when it is.
Conditioning
When conditioning your hair, try to dry it slightly first, remove the excess water and wrap your hair in a towel for a few minutes, then apply conditioner, leave for as long as possible before you rinse off. If you can stand it, when you have rinsed the conditioner, give your hair a final rinse in cold water, as cold as you can manage, this will help to seal the cuticle and make your hair look shinier.
We all want hair that is shiny, healthy looking and strong, but for many of us, that seems like an impossible dream, but there are a few simple things that you can do to help your hair look fantastic.
Avoid the straighteners (Or curling irons!)
I know, so many of us love our straighteners, they make our hair look smooth and tamed, but they also burn our hair!
That’s right, they are burning it! And hair cannot heal itself, so once it is burned, then there is nothing you can do to rescue it! Also, if you have the tiniest bit of water on your hair, this water will boil when your straighteners touch it! You will have boiling water on your hair, now that’s not going to do your hair any good is it?
Blow drying
Blow drying your hair is not good for it, but it’s not as bad as straighteners.
When you blow dry your hair, make sure you use a heat protection serum, this will activate when the heat from the dryer reaches your hair and will help protect it. Always wait until your hair is at least 70% dry from towel or air drying before you blow dry it.
Use the lowest heat setting, you can use the highest speed, try to use a wide tooth comb whilst you are blow drying, but if you need to use a brush, make sure it is a soft, natural bristled brush.
Always point the dryer downwards onto your hair, this will help the cuticle to lie flat and make your hair look shinier.
Washing
When you are washing your hair, don’t have the water too hot, and when your hair is wet, apply the shampoo to wherever you need it, don’t rub the shampoo vigorously into your scalp, simply massage it gently into the hair.
Allow the shampoo to run down your hair as you rinse, try to avoid moving or disturbing your hair too much when it’s wet as it is very fragile when it is.
Conditioning
When conditioning your hair, try to dry it slightly first, remove the excess water and wrap your hair in a towel for a few minutes, then apply conditioner, leave for as long as possible before you rinse off. If you can stand it, when you have rinsed the conditioner, give your hair a final rinse in cold water, as cold as you can manage, this will help to seal the cuticle and make your hair look shinier.
How to apply liquid eyeliner
Easy instructions to guide you through the minefield of liquid eye liner
How to apply liquid eyeliner
Liquid eyeliner can make a real impact on the eyes, and create sultry, sophisticated look, but it is notoriously hard to apply!
Even experts will tell you there is a knack to applying liquid eyeliner, it can be very tricky, but practise makes perfect.
Below is a step-by-step guide to help you apply liquid eyeliner like a professional.
Choose carefully.
Look at the brush on the liquid eyeliner, make sure it is not too big or too small. Too big will be difficult to manoeuvre and a brush that is too small will be too fiddly and difficult to create the look you want.
The brush should have a thick base with a delicately pointed tip.
Rest your arm
Most people that know how to apply liquid eyeliner will tell you the easiest way to apply it is by resting your elbow on a surface as you do.
Set the mirror up in front of you and before you take the lid off the liner, make sure you can manoeuvre comfortably.
Just the tip.
When you are starting out, just use the tip of the liquid eyeliner, this is easier to handle and even though you will only get a thin line, you only need a thin line and you can easily build it up for a more dramatic look.
Where to line
Where you apply the eyeliner (and how much you apply) will depend on the look you are trying to create.
If you are going for a subtle look, start at the inner corner of your eye very close to your lashes and draw a thin line to the outer corner, keep the line as close to your eyelashes as possible.
The flick.
Even the experts will tell you that creating a flicked out cats eye look with liquid liner requires practise, once you get to the outer corner of your eye, draw a small flick diagonally upwards (not straight up, but use your eyelashes as a guide, this will help to make the flick even)
Big eyes
The key to creating a wide-eyed look with liquid liner is to build up the liner in the right places, make the line slightly thicker towards the outer half of your eye.
This means that when you are looking directly into the mirror, you should make the line thicker from the centre of your pupil to the outer corner of your eye.
How to apply liquid eyeliner
Liquid eyeliner can make a real impact on the eyes, and create sultry, sophisticated look, but it is notoriously hard to apply!
Even experts will tell you there is a knack to applying liquid eyeliner, it can be very tricky, but practise makes perfect.
Below is a step-by-step guide to help you apply liquid eyeliner like a professional.
Choose carefully.
Look at the brush on the liquid eyeliner, make sure it is not too big or too small. Too big will be difficult to manoeuvre and a brush that is too small will be too fiddly and difficult to create the look you want.
The brush should have a thick base with a delicately pointed tip.
Rest your arm
Most people that know how to apply liquid eyeliner will tell you the easiest way to apply it is by resting your elbow on a surface as you do.
Set the mirror up in front of you and before you take the lid off the liner, make sure you can manoeuvre comfortably.
Just the tip.
When you are starting out, just use the tip of the liquid eyeliner, this is easier to handle and even though you will only get a thin line, you only need a thin line and you can easily build it up for a more dramatic look.
Where to line
Where you apply the eyeliner (and how much you apply) will depend on the look you are trying to create.
If you are going for a subtle look, start at the inner corner of your eye very close to your lashes and draw a thin line to the outer corner, keep the line as close to your eyelashes as possible.
The flick.
Even the experts will tell you that creating a flicked out cats eye look with liquid liner requires practise, once you get to the outer corner of your eye, draw a small flick diagonally upwards (not straight up, but use your eyelashes as a guide, this will help to make the flick even)
Big eyes
The key to creating a wide-eyed look with liquid liner is to build up the liner in the right places, make the line slightly thicker towards the outer half of your eye.
This means that when you are looking directly into the mirror, you should make the line thicker from the centre of your pupil to the outer corner of your eye.
How to reduce scarring
Simple tips that can help reduce the appearance of scars and help stop them from forming.
There are many myths and old wive tales surrounding the treatment of scars. For example, some people believe that you should apply peroxide to cuts and leave them exposed to open air, and some people still believe that when you burn yourself, you should put butter, lotion or oil on the burn. This is exactly what you should NOT do, this traps the heat next to the skin, so what you are essentially doing is frying your skin.
I am not a doctor, but I can write this article because I have cut and burned myself many many times, on everything from hair straighteners and Irons to chemicals and even Tea tree oil and at one point, toothpaste! Yet I have no visible scars!
Cuts: This depends on how deep the cut is, if you have cut the second layer of skin, you should seek medical attention, as you may need stitches to prevent infection. For minor cuts, wash the cut immediately and make sure you wash it thoroughly. Dry the cut well and put a plaster over it straightaway.
Change the plaster two to three times a day, any more than this and the repeated pulling at the skin could cause damage.
Letting the air get to it: This is a contraversial subject, many people will tell you that the longer the plaster is off, the faster it will heal, and many people will tell you that the wound must be covered at all times and you should let as little air as possible get to the area. Now, from personal experience I would have to say that the best thing to do is to cover it up for 3/4 of the day and to leave it uncovered for the other 1/4.
Creams: You will need to apply anti bacterial or anti septic creams to the wound every so often, make sure your hands are clean and dry before you do this.
Once the wound has started to heal, then you can start to think about scar reduction creams and techniques.
Cuts: Apply non-scented moisturiser or scar reduction cream to the area. Cover with a plaster and leave overnight. Take the plaster off in the morning, wash the area and repeat the process with a clean plaster. Take the plaster off about 4 hours later and leave uncovered until you are ready to go to bed. Repeat this until the wound is severely diminished and when you are able to take the plaster off permanently, apply scar serum every 3-4 hours until the scar is reduced or has disappeared.
Burns: Again, this depend on the severity of the burn. Burns that are very severe WILL require medical attention from a professional.
But for minor burns, once the burn has started to heal slightly, apply scar reduction serum and cover with a dressing or plaster. This will need to be repeated every 2-3 hours, leaving the wound uncovered for about 4 hours per day. Before going to bed, apply scar serum generously and cover with a waterproof plaster. Remove the plaster in the morning and do not wash the wound with any kind of soap, use only warm or cold water. Repeat this until you are able to remove the plaster without risk of infection. When the plaster is removed, apply the serum every 2-3 hours and rub in for about 5 minutes,repeat this until the scar is reduced or has disappeared.
There are also other measures you can take when trying to reduce a scar, taking a vitamin e pill every day can help. Some people also recommend "steaming" your face. This involves putting boiling water into a bowl and placing a towel over your head and holding your head over the bowl until the steam has gone.
Scar reduction serums: There are many creams and serums available that have different ingredients in them that do different things. The most important ingredients in a scar reducing serum are vitamin e (renowned for its scar reducing properties) and Shark liver oil (stimulates the production of collagen which helps the skin repair itself). The higher the concentration of these ingredients, the more effective the serum should be. I have used many and the one I found to be the most effective is Palmers scar serum, it has a high concentration of vitamin e and shark liver oil, it smells a bit bad (like cod liver oil) but the smell is only noticeable to the whoever is wearing it.
Please note that some scars are going to stay, these methods are to help reduce the likelihood of scars and diminish their appearance, there is no guarantee that they will completely get rid of the scar.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/15614_how-to-reduce-scarring#ixzz0ncx2j9SG
There are many myths and old wive tales surrounding the treatment of scars. For example, some people believe that you should apply peroxide to cuts and leave them exposed to open air, and some people still believe that when you burn yourself, you should put butter, lotion or oil on the burn. This is exactly what you should NOT do, this traps the heat next to the skin, so what you are essentially doing is frying your skin.
I am not a doctor, but I can write this article because I have cut and burned myself many many times, on everything from hair straighteners and Irons to chemicals and even Tea tree oil and at one point, toothpaste! Yet I have no visible scars!
Cuts: This depends on how deep the cut is, if you have cut the second layer of skin, you should seek medical attention, as you may need stitches to prevent infection. For minor cuts, wash the cut immediately and make sure you wash it thoroughly. Dry the cut well and put a plaster over it straightaway.
Change the plaster two to three times a day, any more than this and the repeated pulling at the skin could cause damage.
Letting the air get to it: This is a contraversial subject, many people will tell you that the longer the plaster is off, the faster it will heal, and many people will tell you that the wound must be covered at all times and you should let as little air as possible get to the area. Now, from personal experience I would have to say that the best thing to do is to cover it up for 3/4 of the day and to leave it uncovered for the other 1/4.
Creams: You will need to apply anti bacterial or anti septic creams to the wound every so often, make sure your hands are clean and dry before you do this.
Once the wound has started to heal, then you can start to think about scar reduction creams and techniques.
Cuts: Apply non-scented moisturiser or scar reduction cream to the area. Cover with a plaster and leave overnight. Take the plaster off in the morning, wash the area and repeat the process with a clean plaster. Take the plaster off about 4 hours later and leave uncovered until you are ready to go to bed. Repeat this until the wound is severely diminished and when you are able to take the plaster off permanently, apply scar serum every 3-4 hours until the scar is reduced or has disappeared.
Burns: Again, this depend on the severity of the burn. Burns that are very severe WILL require medical attention from a professional.
But for minor burns, once the burn has started to heal slightly, apply scar reduction serum and cover with a dressing or plaster. This will need to be repeated every 2-3 hours, leaving the wound uncovered for about 4 hours per day. Before going to bed, apply scar serum generously and cover with a waterproof plaster. Remove the plaster in the morning and do not wash the wound with any kind of soap, use only warm or cold water. Repeat this until you are able to remove the plaster without risk of infection. When the plaster is removed, apply the serum every 2-3 hours and rub in for about 5 minutes,repeat this until the scar is reduced or has disappeared.
There are also other measures you can take when trying to reduce a scar, taking a vitamin e pill every day can help. Some people also recommend "steaming" your face. This involves putting boiling water into a bowl and placing a towel over your head and holding your head over the bowl until the steam has gone.
Scar reduction serums: There are many creams and serums available that have different ingredients in them that do different things. The most important ingredients in a scar reducing serum are vitamin e (renowned for its scar reducing properties) and Shark liver oil (stimulates the production of collagen which helps the skin repair itself). The higher the concentration of these ingredients, the more effective the serum should be. I have used many and the one I found to be the most effective is Palmers scar serum, it has a high concentration of vitamin e and shark liver oil, it smells a bit bad (like cod liver oil) but the smell is only noticeable to the whoever is wearing it.
Please note that some scars are going to stay, these methods are to help reduce the likelihood of scars and diminish their appearance, there is no guarantee that they will completely get rid of the scar.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/15614_how-to-reduce-scarring#ixzz0ncx2j9SG
How to help clear zits/spots
Some simple ways to help clear zits and get beautiful skin.
DRINK WATER! I can't stress this enough! Drinking water will not cure spots overnight, but it will help stop your skin from becoming red, blotchy,inflamed and flaky. Aim for between one and a half to two litres a day. It will also help to keep your body clear of toxins which can be harmful to the skin. Do this for 2-3 weeks and you will be amazed at how much better your skin looks.
Find the right cleanser. You may have more spots because you are using the wrong type of cleanser. If you have extremely oily skin, opt for a foam or foaming cleanser. It is the foaming action of the cleanser that is so effective at cleaning and removing dirt. If you have combination skin, choose something that is in the milder region, using a cleanser that is too harsh will dry your skin out and make it red and flaky. This will also make you touch your skin more, transferring more dirt from your fingers to your face, thus clogging your pores.
A common mistake people make when cleansing is to skip moisturising. If you have oily skin, use a moisturiser that is designed for your skin type. Choose one that is non comedogenic, this means that it will not block your pores. It should also have a mattifying effect, most non comedogenic moisturisers will have a mattifying effect. Better still use one that absorbs oil, these leave a matte residue on your skin (you can still apply make up over the top) Don't apply too much though, as your face will literally crack (well, the moisturiser will) when you smile!
Exfoliating is also very important as this removes the dead skin cells and dirt that can become trapped in pores and cause spots. Did you know that if untreated, a blackhead can stay in the skin for up to 20 years? Choose an exfoliant with medium sized grains and do not scrub too hard, all this will do is make your skin red,scratched and sore. You should apply a firm,even pressure and rub in small circles, be sure to rinse well. Do this once or twice a week, depending on how much you need it.
Some other important tips are; Wash your hands before you wash your face, this seems like an obvious one, nut you would be amazed at how many people forget this! Do not touch your face too often, this will transfer the dirt from your fingers to your face. Wash your pillowcase daily, people often forget that when you sleep, dirt that has accumulated in your hair during the day, ends up on the pillow, and then on your face.
DRINK WATER! I can't stress this enough! Drinking water will not cure spots overnight, but it will help stop your skin from becoming red, blotchy,inflamed and flaky. Aim for between one and a half to two litres a day. It will also help to keep your body clear of toxins which can be harmful to the skin. Do this for 2-3 weeks and you will be amazed at how much better your skin looks.
Find the right cleanser. You may have more spots because you are using the wrong type of cleanser. If you have extremely oily skin, opt for a foam or foaming cleanser. It is the foaming action of the cleanser that is so effective at cleaning and removing dirt. If you have combination skin, choose something that is in the milder region, using a cleanser that is too harsh will dry your skin out and make it red and flaky. This will also make you touch your skin more, transferring more dirt from your fingers to your face, thus clogging your pores.
A common mistake people make when cleansing is to skip moisturising. If you have oily skin, use a moisturiser that is designed for your skin type. Choose one that is non comedogenic, this means that it will not block your pores. It should also have a mattifying effect, most non comedogenic moisturisers will have a mattifying effect. Better still use one that absorbs oil, these leave a matte residue on your skin (you can still apply make up over the top) Don't apply too much though, as your face will literally crack (well, the moisturiser will) when you smile!
Exfoliating is also very important as this removes the dead skin cells and dirt that can become trapped in pores and cause spots. Did you know that if untreated, a blackhead can stay in the skin for up to 20 years? Choose an exfoliant with medium sized grains and do not scrub too hard, all this will do is make your skin red,scratched and sore. You should apply a firm,even pressure and rub in small circles, be sure to rinse well. Do this once or twice a week, depending on how much you need it.
Some other important tips are; Wash your hands before you wash your face, this seems like an obvious one, nut you would be amazed at how many people forget this! Do not touch your face too often, this will transfer the dirt from your fingers to your face. Wash your pillowcase daily, people often forget that when you sleep, dirt that has accumulated in your hair during the day, ends up on the pillow, and then on your face.
DRINK WATER! I can't stress this enough! Drinking water will not cure spots overnight, but it will help stop your skin from becoming red, blotchy,inflamed and flaky. Aim for between one and a half to two litres a day. It will also help to keep your body clear of toxins which can be harmful to the skin. Do this for 2-3 weeks and you will be amazed at how much better your skin looks.
Find the right cleanser. You may have more spots because you are using the wrong type of cleanser. If you have extremely oily skin, opt for a foam or foaming cleanser. It is the foaming action of the cleanser that is so effective at cleaning and removing dirt. If you have combination skin, choose something that is in the milder region, using a cleanser that is too harsh will dry your skin out and make it red and flaky. This will also make you touch your skin more, transferring more dirt from your fingers to your face, thus clogging your pores.
A common mistake people make when cleansing is to skip moisturising. If you have oily skin, use a moisturiser that is designed for your skin type. Choose one that is non comedogenic, this means that it will not block your pores. It should also have a mattifying effect, most non comedogenic moisturisers will have a mattifying effect. Better still use one that absorbs oil, these leave a matte residue on your skin (you can still apply make up over the top) Don't apply too much though, as your face will literally crack (well, the moisturiser will) when you smile!
Exfoliating is also very important as this removes the dead skin cells and dirt that can become trapped in pores and cause spots. Did you know that if untreated, a blackhead can stay in the skin for up to 20 years? Choose an exfoliant with medium sized grains and do not scrub too hard, all this will do is make your skin red,scratched and sore. You should apply a firm,even pressure and rub in small circles, be sure to rinse well. Do this once or twice a week, depending on how much you need it.
Some other important tips are; Wash your hands before you wash your face, this seems like an obvious one, nut you would be amazed at how many people forget this! Do not touch your face too often, this will transfer the dirt from your fingers to your face. Wash your pillowcase daily, people often forget that when you sleep, dirt that has accumulated in your hair during the day, ends up on the pillow, and then on your face.
DRINK WATER! I can't stress this enough! Drinking water will not cure spots overnight, but it will help stop your skin from becoming red, blotchy,inflamed and flaky. Aim for between one and a half to two litres a day. It will also help to keep your body clear of toxins which can be harmful to the skin. Do this for 2-3 weeks and you will be amazed at how much better your skin looks.
Find the right cleanser. You may have more spots because you are using the wrong type of cleanser. If you have extremely oily skin, opt for a foam or foaming cleanser. It is the foaming action of the cleanser that is so effective at cleaning and removing dirt. If you have combination skin, choose something that is in the milder region, using a cleanser that is too harsh will dry your skin out and make it red and flaky. This will also make you touch your skin more, transferring more dirt from your fingers to your face, thus clogging your pores.
A common mistake people make when cleansing is to skip moisturising. If you have oily skin, use a moisturiser that is designed for your skin type. Choose one that is non comedogenic, this means that it will not block your pores. It should also have a mattifying effect, most non comedogenic moisturisers will have a mattifying effect. Better still use one that absorbs oil, these leave a matte residue on your skin (you can still apply make up over the top) Don't apply too much though, as your face will literally crack (well, the moisturiser will) when you smile!
Exfoliating is also very important as this removes the dead skin cells and dirt that can become trapped in pores and cause spots. Did you know that if untreated, a blackhead can stay in the skin for up to 20 years? Choose an exfoliant with medium sized grains and do not scrub too hard, all this will do is make your skin red,scratched and sore. You should apply a firm,even pressure and rub in small circles, be sure to rinse well. Do this once or twice a week, depending on how much you need it.
Some other important tips are; Wash your hands before you wash your face, this seems like an obvious one, nut you would be amazed at how many people forget this! Do not touch your face too often, this will transfer the dirt from your fingers to your face. Wash your pillowcase daily, people often forget that when you sleep, dirt that has accumulated in your hair during the day, ends up on the pillow, and then on your face.
How to reduce stretchmarks
How to reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
How to reduce the look of stretchmarks.
Stretchmarks are a fairly common occurrence, mostly in women, they happen when the skin tissues stretch too rapidly for the skin to be able to compensate.
A new stretch mark is normally red and/or a purple/blue colour, but they eventually fade to about two shades lighter than your normal skin tone.
The faded stretch mark is a scar, and whilst they cannot always be removed completely, they can be significantly reduced.
Stretch marks are most commonly associated with pregnancy, but they can occur after weight gain or loss, muscle growth, puberty and even injury.
Below are some ways to help you reduce and prevent stretch marks.
Prevention.
Moisturise.
Cocoa butter is the best product for the prevention of stretchmarks, now this means the solid butter, not the lotion. The lotions work well, but not nearly as well as the butter. If you are pregnant or losing weight, apply this over your whole body at least once a day. It helps to prevent them and reduce them.
Keep your weight in check.
Rapid weight gain is a major culprit for producing stretchmarks, try to keep your weight constant and avoid major fluctuations.
Keep your skin hydrated.
With water as well as moisturiser, skin becomes dry and prone to scarring when it is dry. Drink plenty of water and make sure your diet contains enough vitamin e and oily fish.
Reduction.
Moisturise.
Again, I recommend Cocoa butter as this not only helps to prevent stretchmarks, it also helps to reduce them.
Scar serums:
Scar serums are normally quite pricey, but they do work.
When choosing a scar reduction serum, look for high concentrations of vitamin E and if possible shark liver oil, I know it sounds gross, but I have used them and they work really well.
The best scar reduction serum I have ever used is palmers cocoa butter scar reduction serum, not the cream, the serum. It smells a bit funny and it’s quite gloopy, but it removed my chemical burn scar and a great deal of my stretch marks.
Fake tan.
A fake tan will hide a multitude of sins on your skin, apply two or more coats of fake bronze tan, (these turn out brown instead of nasty orange!)
The first coat will not look like it has done much, but the second coat and any other coats after that will make an obvious difference.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/159668_how-to-reduce-stretch-marks#ixzz0ncvCZ1NY
How to reduce the look of stretchmarks.
Stretchmarks are a fairly common occurrence, mostly in women, they happen when the skin tissues stretch too rapidly for the skin to be able to compensate.
A new stretch mark is normally red and/or a purple/blue colour, but they eventually fade to about two shades lighter than your normal skin tone.
The faded stretch mark is a scar, and whilst they cannot always be removed completely, they can be significantly reduced.
Stretch marks are most commonly associated with pregnancy, but they can occur after weight gain or loss, muscle growth, puberty and even injury.
Below are some ways to help you reduce and prevent stretch marks.
Prevention.
Moisturise.
Cocoa butter is the best product for the prevention of stretchmarks, now this means the solid butter, not the lotion. The lotions work well, but not nearly as well as the butter. If you are pregnant or losing weight, apply this over your whole body at least once a day. It helps to prevent them and reduce them.
Keep your weight in check.
Rapid weight gain is a major culprit for producing stretchmarks, try to keep your weight constant and avoid major fluctuations.
Keep your skin hydrated.
With water as well as moisturiser, skin becomes dry and prone to scarring when it is dry. Drink plenty of water and make sure your diet contains enough vitamin e and oily fish.
Reduction.
Moisturise.
Again, I recommend Cocoa butter as this not only helps to prevent stretchmarks, it also helps to reduce them.
Scar serums:
Scar serums are normally quite pricey, but they do work.
When choosing a scar reduction serum, look for high concentrations of vitamin E and if possible shark liver oil, I know it sounds gross, but I have used them and they work really well.
The best scar reduction serum I have ever used is palmers cocoa butter scar reduction serum, not the cream, the serum. It smells a bit funny and it’s quite gloopy, but it removed my chemical burn scar and a great deal of my stretch marks.
Fake tan.
A fake tan will hide a multitude of sins on your skin, apply two or more coats of fake bronze tan, (these turn out brown instead of nasty orange!)
The first coat will not look like it has done much, but the second coat and any other coats after that will make an obvious difference.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/159668_how-to-reduce-stretch-marks#ixzz0ncvCZ1NY
How to apply foundation properly
Some quick and easy tips to help you apply foundation properly
Foundation can do many things nowadays, it can make you look more polished, more awake, make your skin look clearer, smoother or even make you look younger, but only if you apply it properly.
So many women are either wearing the wrong shade of foundation or not wearing it correctly, or both!
Below is a guide to help you apply your foundation to create a flawless, natural look.
Firstly think about what type of foundation you need or want, do you want powder? Liquid? Mousse?
The foundation you choose should also depend on your skin type, below are some suggestions
Dry skin: Liquid foundation
Oily skin: Powder compact or mineral powder foundation
Combination skin: mineral powder foundation or mousse foundation
Acne: medicated foundation
Blemish or imperfection prone skin: mineral foundation
Once you have chosen the correct type and colour for your skin, and you should test the colour ON YOUR FACE as this will give you the only true match, you can start to apply.
Light.
Make sure you apply your foundation in good natural light, if you don’t have enough light, you ill apply too much.
Liquid or mousse foundation
If you are applying liquid foundation, use your fingertips, this will give you a more natural, streak free finish. Apply one fingertip sized dot on your nose, one on either cheek and one on your forehead and blend together.
Apply two dots, one on either side of your jaw and blend upwards and down onto your neck.
Mineral powder foundation.
Much the same as above, but apply and blend the dots with the brush provided, or your own medium sized brush.
Powder compact foundation
Use a sponge to apply, and apply in small circles all over your face and neck.
Medicated foundation.
This can dry very quickly, so you need to be fast when you are applying it, apply as you would liquid or mousse foundation.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/269173_how-to-apply-foundation-properly#ixzz0ncurY6RO
Foundation can do many things nowadays, it can make you look more polished, more awake, make your skin look clearer, smoother or even make you look younger, but only if you apply it properly.
So many women are either wearing the wrong shade of foundation or not wearing it correctly, or both!
Below is a guide to help you apply your foundation to create a flawless, natural look.
Firstly think about what type of foundation you need or want, do you want powder? Liquid? Mousse?
The foundation you choose should also depend on your skin type, below are some suggestions
Dry skin: Liquid foundation
Oily skin: Powder compact or mineral powder foundation
Combination skin: mineral powder foundation or mousse foundation
Acne: medicated foundation
Blemish or imperfection prone skin: mineral foundation
Once you have chosen the correct type and colour for your skin, and you should test the colour ON YOUR FACE as this will give you the only true match, you can start to apply.
Light.
Make sure you apply your foundation in good natural light, if you don’t have enough light, you ill apply too much.
Liquid or mousse foundation
If you are applying liquid foundation, use your fingertips, this will give you a more natural, streak free finish. Apply one fingertip sized dot on your nose, one on either cheek and one on your forehead and blend together.
Apply two dots, one on either side of your jaw and blend upwards and down onto your neck.
Mineral powder foundation.
Much the same as above, but apply and blend the dots with the brush provided, or your own medium sized brush.
Powder compact foundation
Use a sponge to apply, and apply in small circles all over your face and neck.
Medicated foundation.
This can dry very quickly, so you need to be fast when you are applying it, apply as you would liquid or mousse foundation.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/269173_how-to-apply-foundation-properly#ixzz0ncurY6RO
Applying eyeliner and mascara
Many people don't realise that the application of mascara and eyeliner is as important as the products themselves. If you don't apply them in the right way, they can have the opposite effect to what you are trying to achieve.
Mascara.
Choosing a good mascara is important, if you have short eyelashes, opt for a lengthening and thickening mascara. These also create the illusion that you have more eyelashes, so your eyes will appear more defined.
Although most people tend to stick with black, mascaras are available in a wide variety of colours, navy and electric blue, brown, green, clear and even sparkly.
The "rules" are a lot more flexible with mascara than they are with things like eyeshadow, you can wear just about any colour you want, no matter what your eye colour.
You can have fun experimenting with the effects that different colours create.
Application:
Open the mascara tube and hold the wand out of the tube for about one minute, this will dry some of the excess mascara out, this helps avoid the dreaded clumps. This is a tip used by make up artists.
Hold the wand at the base of your lashes, gently wiggle the wand from side to side whilst moving it up the lashes. This will ensure that all the lashes are coated and it also helps to avoid clumps.
Keep going right to the very tip of your lashes and let the mascara dry. Once the first layer is dry, repeat the process.
You can also use the wand to fan the outer eyelashes outwards; this will create the illusion of more eyelashes and a bigger eye.
Some eyelashes are longer than others, follow this as a guideline, and don't try to make all of your lashes the same length, this will look false and unnatural.
Eyeliner.
As with mascara, despite the array of colours available, most people tend to stick with black. Don't be afraid to try out new colours! There are different ways to apply eyeliner and this will depend on what look you are going for.
Bigger eyes:
For bigger eyes choose a dark colour like brown, green, navy or black, before you apply mascara, draw a line on your lash line on the eyelid. Keep it nice and close to the eyelashes, this does require some practice.
Smudge it gently with a cotton bud so that the line looks more natural and less harsh.
Now draw a line along your bottom lashes, it should start just before the outer corner of the eye. Looking in the mirror, follow the line of the lashes, again keep it nice and close. The line should stop in below the centre of your pupil when you are looking directly into the mirror. Smudge and blend with a cotton bud.
Definition.
If you have large eyes, you can get away with lining the inside of your eyes. This is not advisable to do everyday, but for special occasions it's fine.
Using a slightly sharpened eyeliner, wipe the pencil with a wet wipe; this will remove any traces of sharpenings and dirt.
Draw a line on the inside of your lashes; one coat of eyeliner should be plenty. Pull the eyelid very slightly to avoid drawing on your eyeball.
Hold the pencil vertically and draw a line on the inside of your top lashes. Gently close your eyes for a couple of seconds, this will help to spread the colour more evenly. This can also be done with a white or flesh coloured eye pencil to reduce the appearance of any redness.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/63960_eyeliner-and-mascara-application#ixzz0ncu6QDG0
Mascara.
Choosing a good mascara is important, if you have short eyelashes, opt for a lengthening and thickening mascara. These also create the illusion that you have more eyelashes, so your eyes will appear more defined.
Although most people tend to stick with black, mascaras are available in a wide variety of colours, navy and electric blue, brown, green, clear and even sparkly.
The "rules" are a lot more flexible with mascara than they are with things like eyeshadow, you can wear just about any colour you want, no matter what your eye colour.
You can have fun experimenting with the effects that different colours create.
Application:
Open the mascara tube and hold the wand out of the tube for about one minute, this will dry some of the excess mascara out, this helps avoid the dreaded clumps. This is a tip used by make up artists.
Hold the wand at the base of your lashes, gently wiggle the wand from side to side whilst moving it up the lashes. This will ensure that all the lashes are coated and it also helps to avoid clumps.
Keep going right to the very tip of your lashes and let the mascara dry. Once the first layer is dry, repeat the process.
You can also use the wand to fan the outer eyelashes outwards; this will create the illusion of more eyelashes and a bigger eye.
Some eyelashes are longer than others, follow this as a guideline, and don't try to make all of your lashes the same length, this will look false and unnatural.
Eyeliner.
As with mascara, despite the array of colours available, most people tend to stick with black. Don't be afraid to try out new colours! There are different ways to apply eyeliner and this will depend on what look you are going for.
Bigger eyes:
For bigger eyes choose a dark colour like brown, green, navy or black, before you apply mascara, draw a line on your lash line on the eyelid. Keep it nice and close to the eyelashes, this does require some practice.
Smudge it gently with a cotton bud so that the line looks more natural and less harsh.
Now draw a line along your bottom lashes, it should start just before the outer corner of the eye. Looking in the mirror, follow the line of the lashes, again keep it nice and close. The line should stop in below the centre of your pupil when you are looking directly into the mirror. Smudge and blend with a cotton bud.
Definition.
If you have large eyes, you can get away with lining the inside of your eyes. This is not advisable to do everyday, but for special occasions it's fine.
Using a slightly sharpened eyeliner, wipe the pencil with a wet wipe; this will remove any traces of sharpenings and dirt.
Draw a line on the inside of your lashes; one coat of eyeliner should be plenty. Pull the eyelid very slightly to avoid drawing on your eyeball.
Hold the pencil vertically and draw a line on the inside of your top lashes. Gently close your eyes for a couple of seconds, this will help to spread the colour more evenly. This can also be done with a white or flesh coloured eye pencil to reduce the appearance of any redness.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/63960_eyeliner-and-mascara-application#ixzz0ncu6QDG0
How to do 1960's make up
The sixties was the ultimate time for make up. It was no longer strictly the domain of the adults; many cosmetic companies noted a huge increase in teenage customers.
This was inevitable with magazines like Vogue and Harpers Bazaar teaching step-by-step instructions to young ladies.
The main focus of the look had shifted from the 1950’s siren pout; it was all about the eyes, the bigger and rounder the better. Many people still use this look now (mainly for fancy dress!) and it is fairly simple to achieve.
You will need:
Liquid eyeliner
Foundation
False lashes or a REALLY good lengthening and thickening mascara.
White eyeshadow
Coloured eyeshadow 1 medium and 1 dark, greens and blues were very popular.
White eyeliner
Apply foundation over your eyelids, apply white eyeshadow all over your eyelids and browbone and blend.
Using the liquid eyeliner line your eyelids close to the lash line from the inner corner of your eye all the way along to the outer corner, go over the line again, making it thicker at the outer half of the eye.
Using the liquid liner again, line your bottom eyelashes close to the lash line, don’t go right into the inner corner, stop where your lashes stop. Go over the line again and make it slightly thicker at the outer corner of your eye.
Apply the medium colour all over the eyelid and blend it up into the crease and onto the browbone but not right up to the brow. The white shadow should still be visible.
Using your second (darker,) colour, apply to the outer corner of the eye and blend upwards into the crease
Now for the lashes, this is possibly the most important aspect of the look. If you are using false lashes, carefully apply them now. You can use false lashes for the top and bottom for an ultra dramatic effect.
If you are using mascara, apply your first coat. Hold the wand at the base of the lashes and gently zig zag it from side to side whilst combing it through the lashes. Ensure that every lash is thoroughly coated.
Apply mascara to your bottom lashes, hold the wand vertically and sweep it from side to side over your lashes, then comb through normally with the wand.
Once the first coat is dry, apply the second coat. Don’t worry about lashes sticking together as this was actually quite a sought after look in the 60’s.
You may need three or even four coats of mascara depending on just how dramatic you want your look to be!
Finish the look by applying a generous helping of white eyeliner on the inside of your eyes along the top and bottom lash line. This helps to really open up the eye and make it look bigger.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/93567_how-to-do-1960s-eye-make-up#ixzz0ncsCVUa1
This was inevitable with magazines like Vogue and Harpers Bazaar teaching step-by-step instructions to young ladies.
The main focus of the look had shifted from the 1950’s siren pout; it was all about the eyes, the bigger and rounder the better. Many people still use this look now (mainly for fancy dress!) and it is fairly simple to achieve.
You will need:
Liquid eyeliner
Foundation
False lashes or a REALLY good lengthening and thickening mascara.
White eyeshadow
Coloured eyeshadow 1 medium and 1 dark, greens and blues were very popular.
White eyeliner
Apply foundation over your eyelids, apply white eyeshadow all over your eyelids and browbone and blend.
Using the liquid eyeliner line your eyelids close to the lash line from the inner corner of your eye all the way along to the outer corner, go over the line again, making it thicker at the outer half of the eye.
Using the liquid liner again, line your bottom eyelashes close to the lash line, don’t go right into the inner corner, stop where your lashes stop. Go over the line again and make it slightly thicker at the outer corner of your eye.
Apply the medium colour all over the eyelid and blend it up into the crease and onto the browbone but not right up to the brow. The white shadow should still be visible.
Using your second (darker,) colour, apply to the outer corner of the eye and blend upwards into the crease
Now for the lashes, this is possibly the most important aspect of the look. If you are using false lashes, carefully apply them now. You can use false lashes for the top and bottom for an ultra dramatic effect.
If you are using mascara, apply your first coat. Hold the wand at the base of the lashes and gently zig zag it from side to side whilst combing it through the lashes. Ensure that every lash is thoroughly coated.
Apply mascara to your bottom lashes, hold the wand vertically and sweep it from side to side over your lashes, then comb through normally with the wand.
Once the first coat is dry, apply the second coat. Don’t worry about lashes sticking together as this was actually quite a sought after look in the 60’s.
You may need three or even four coats of mascara depending on just how dramatic you want your look to be!
Finish the look by applying a generous helping of white eyeliner on the inside of your eyes along the top and bottom lash line. This helps to really open up the eye and make it look bigger.
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/93567_how-to-do-1960s-eye-make-up#ixzz0ncsCVUa1
How to make your nose look smaller
Many women say that they feel like they have a big nose and they wish they could make it smaller. Clever use of make up can really help to reduce the appearance of your nose.
Wide nose:
If you have a wide nose, simply use a slightly darker shade of foundation on either side of your nose, but not on the actual bridge of your nose. Make sure that you blend thoroughly, this will appear to slim your nose.
Hooked nose/ prominent bridge:
If you have a large or prominent bridge to your nose, use a slightly darker shade of foundation on down the centre of your nose and blend thoroughly. Blend a little highlighter just under the tip of your nose.
Other tricks for disguising large noses:
Highlight your cheekbones:
Dab a small amount of highlighter onto the apples of your cheeks and blend thoroughly. This will give the appearance of more prominent cheekbones and soften the look of the nose.
Accentuate your other features:
Try doing dramatic eye make up or smoky eyes, this will draw attention to your eyes and away from your nose.
Lips:
Bold, striking lips will have everyone looking at your mouth if you are worried about your nose!
Hair:
Avoid hairstyles that are brushed forward onto the face, these will draw attention to the centre of your face.
The most important thing when following the tips below is blending. Make sure that you blend your make up thoroughly, if you don't, you will end up with strange stripes on your face, not a good look!
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/92287_how-to-make-your-nose-look-smaller#ixzz0ncpkvnHh
Wide nose:
If you have a wide nose, simply use a slightly darker shade of foundation on either side of your nose, but not on the actual bridge of your nose. Make sure that you blend thoroughly, this will appear to slim your nose.
Hooked nose/ prominent bridge:
If you have a large or prominent bridge to your nose, use a slightly darker shade of foundation on down the centre of your nose and blend thoroughly. Blend a little highlighter just under the tip of your nose.
Other tricks for disguising large noses:
Highlight your cheekbones:
Dab a small amount of highlighter onto the apples of your cheeks and blend thoroughly. This will give the appearance of more prominent cheekbones and soften the look of the nose.
Accentuate your other features:
Try doing dramatic eye make up or smoky eyes, this will draw attention to your eyes and away from your nose.
Lips:
Bold, striking lips will have everyone looking at your mouth if you are worried about your nose!
Hair:
Avoid hairstyles that are brushed forward onto the face, these will draw attention to the centre of your face.
The most important thing when following the tips below is blending. Make sure that you blend your make up thoroughly, if you don't, you will end up with strange stripes on your face, not a good look!
Read more: http://www.bukisa.com/articles/92287_how-to-make-your-nose-look-smaller#ixzz0ncpkvnHh
HOw to make your eyes look bigger
Some tips and tricks than can help your eyes appear wider.
One of the most common complaints among women when they are applying their eye make up is that their eyes look too small. Here are some simple tips that can help your eyes appear much larger.
Mascara. So many people think that just choosing any old lengthening mascara will automatically make their eyes look bigger. This is not true, all a lengthening mascara will do is make your eyelashes look longer.
Choose a mascara that has a "wide eye" effect, this means that it will lengthen and lift your lashes, whilst fanning them out so that the eyes appears both longer and wider, giving the impression that they are bigger.
Many people say that curling your eyelashes is essential, but the majority of mascaras available nowadays will do it for you, saving you time. Also, very few people can curl their eyelases evenly, one eye always ends up looking bigger than the other. The mascara will curl the lashes much more evenly, quickly and painlessly!
The application is as important as the mascara itself. Pull the wand from the tube and leave it for about one minute, this will give the mascara a chance to dry, this will help eliminate the risk of clumps. This is a tip that is used by make up artists on catwalks.
With the wand at the base of the lashes, gently wiggle the wand from side to side whilst moving it upwards. This ensures that all the lashes are thoroughly coated. Do not forget to apply mascara to your bottom lashes, this subtle definition makes a huge difference. Hold the wand vertically and sweep it from side to side.
Apply a shimmery highlighter on your eyelashes, this reflects the light and makes the eye appear brighter.
If you have pale skin, apply a white eyeliner to the inside of your eye along the upper and lower lash line. This will help to eliminate redness and make the eye appear much more open and awake. If you have darker skin, choose a neutral colour such as light brown or beige.
Be careful when you are applying black eyeliner, if it is not applied properly, it can make the eyes appear much smaller. Start at the outer corner of the eye and bring the line as close to the lashes as possible ( the line should stop in the centre of your pupil)
One of the most common complaints among women when they are applying their eye make up is that their eyes look too small. Here are some simple tips that can help your eyes appear much larger.
Mascara. So many people think that just choosing any old lengthening mascara will automatically make their eyes look bigger. This is not true, all a lengthening mascara will do is make your eyelashes look longer.
Choose a mascara that has a "wide eye" effect, this means that it will lengthen and lift your lashes, whilst fanning them out so that the eyes appears both longer and wider, giving the impression that they are bigger.
Many people say that curling your eyelashes is essential, but the majority of mascaras available nowadays will do it for you, saving you time. Also, very few people can curl their eyelases evenly, one eye always ends up looking bigger than the other. The mascara will curl the lashes much more evenly, quickly and painlessly!
The application is as important as the mascara itself. Pull the wand from the tube and leave it for about one minute, this will give the mascara a chance to dry, this will help eliminate the risk of clumps. This is a tip that is used by make up artists on catwalks.
With the wand at the base of the lashes, gently wiggle the wand from side to side whilst moving it upwards. This ensures that all the lashes are thoroughly coated. Do not forget to apply mascara to your bottom lashes, this subtle definition makes a huge difference. Hold the wand vertically and sweep it from side to side.
Apply a shimmery highlighter on your eyelashes, this reflects the light and makes the eye appear brighter.
If you have pale skin, apply a white eyeliner to the inside of your eye along the upper and lower lash line. This will help to eliminate redness and make the eye appear much more open and awake. If you have darker skin, choose a neutral colour such as light brown or beige.
Be careful when you are applying black eyeliner, if it is not applied properly, it can make the eyes appear much smaller. Start at the outer corner of the eye and bring the line as close to the lashes as possible ( the line should stop in the centre of your pupil)
How to make yourself look thinner
How to make yourself look thinner
It’s an age old story, we want to lose weight, but we love our food and despise going to the gym, it happens to the best of us, but did you know that there are quick and easy ways for you to look thinner without dieting or exercise! All it requires is some careful wardrobe planning!
Make sure your clothes fit!
I know this sounds obvious, but clothes that are too small will make you look bigger. And so many women still think that wearing baggy clothes will make them look thinner when the opposite is true!
Underwear
Getting the right bra fitted can make you look ten pounds thinner instantly! It will lift your breasts and make your stomach look smaller and it will also improve your posture.
I always recommend to anyone that they get their bra professionally fitted, most places will do it for free.
Magic pants
These used to be a stylists best kept secret, but thankfully they are a secret no more, these lycra based beauties will help you look thinner and more toned.
They come in normal pants shapes, shorts, long shorts and even a full on body suit!
I recommend the long shorts as the pants and normal shorts have a tendency to roll down at the waistband
Heels
Whenever I wear heels, you can guarantee someone will always ask me if I have lost weight!
They don’t have to be huge heels, just enough to make a difference.
It’s an age old story, we want to lose weight, but we love our food and despise going to the gym, it happens to the best of us, but did you know that there are quick and easy ways for you to look thinner without dieting or exercise! All it requires is some careful wardrobe planning!
Make sure your clothes fit!
I know this sounds obvious, but clothes that are too small will make you look bigger. And so many women still think that wearing baggy clothes will make them look thinner when the opposite is true!
Underwear
Getting the right bra fitted can make you look ten pounds thinner instantly! It will lift your breasts and make your stomach look smaller and it will also improve your posture.
I always recommend to anyone that they get their bra professionally fitted, most places will do it for free.
Magic pants
These used to be a stylists best kept secret, but thankfully they are a secret no more, these lycra based beauties will help you look thinner and more toned.
They come in normal pants shapes, shorts, long shorts and even a full on body suit!
I recommend the long shorts as the pants and normal shorts have a tendency to roll down at the waistband
Heels
Whenever I wear heels, you can guarantee someone will always ask me if I have lost weight!
They don’t have to be huge heels, just enough to make a difference.
How to make your legs look thinner
How to make your legs look thinner
So many women want to have longer legs, and unfortunately there’s nothing that can be done to make them longer, but there are so many things that can be done to make them look longer. Below are a few tips to help you cheat your way to longer legs!
Jeans and trousers
Always make sure that your jeans fit you properly, many people think that wearing baggy jeans will make their legs look thinner, when in fact the opposite is true. If your jeans or trousers are too baggy, you will lose all definition and they will appear bigger.
Try to stick to bootlegs or flares, these will balance out your proportions and make your legs look thinner.
And if you do want to wear skinny jeans, make sure you wear them with chunky boots (whether they are heels or not is up to you)
Wearing them with ballet pumps makes even the tiniest girl look bigger!
Skirts
If you have thicker calves, avoid knee length pencil skirts, these will cut you off at your widest point and make your legs look twice their actual size!
Stick to flared skirts and gypsy skirts, these will help.
Heels
Even a small heel will make not only your legs, but your entire body look thinner.
But try not to have a really delicate heel as all this will do is emphasise the size of your legs.
Tan
Try a fake on tan on your legs, this will make your legs look thinner and more toned, just make sure you get a good quality tan and follow the instructions!
Tights
Avoid flash coloured tights like the plague! These always make legs look bigger.
Stick to black or navy tights with a delicate shimmer to them.
So many women want to have longer legs, and unfortunately there’s nothing that can be done to make them longer, but there are so many things that can be done to make them look longer. Below are a few tips to help you cheat your way to longer legs!
Jeans and trousers
Always make sure that your jeans fit you properly, many people think that wearing baggy jeans will make their legs look thinner, when in fact the opposite is true. If your jeans or trousers are too baggy, you will lose all definition and they will appear bigger.
Try to stick to bootlegs or flares, these will balance out your proportions and make your legs look thinner.
And if you do want to wear skinny jeans, make sure you wear them with chunky boots (whether they are heels or not is up to you)
Wearing them with ballet pumps makes even the tiniest girl look bigger!
Skirts
If you have thicker calves, avoid knee length pencil skirts, these will cut you off at your widest point and make your legs look twice their actual size!
Stick to flared skirts and gypsy skirts, these will help.
Heels
Even a small heel will make not only your legs, but your entire body look thinner.
But try not to have a really delicate heel as all this will do is emphasise the size of your legs.
Tan
Try a fake on tan on your legs, this will make your legs look thinner and more toned, just make sure you get a good quality tan and follow the instructions!
Tights
Avoid flash coloured tights like the plague! These always make legs look bigger.
Stick to black or navy tights with a delicate shimmer to them.
How to make your stomach look smaller
How to make your stomach look smaller
So many women hate their stomach, and they all want it to be smaller, but for many reasons it won’t shift. Maybe that last little bit just won’t budge, maybe there isn’t time before you need it gone, or maybe (like me) you simply don’t like to exercise!
But you needn’t worry, there are quick and simple ways to make your stomach look smaller instantly!
Trousers
Hipsters might be all the rage, but if you have a big belly then they are not going to do you any favours!
Stick to waisted trousers with a wider waistband, this will help reign your belly in instead of letting it hang over your trousers!
Try to avoid skinny jeans and stick to bootlegs as these will balance out your proportions, but if you do want to wear skinny jeans, make sure you wear them with chunky boots as wearing them with flats will only draw attention to your larger areas.
Tops
Make sure your tops is long enough, when you try it on, stretch up and bend down, you need to make sure that when you reach for something, your top doesn’t ride up and expose your belly!
Look for tops that have ruches (small folds of fabric) around the stomach area, these are great for disguising a stomach.
Opt for flared sleeves instead of skinny sleeves, these will do the same as the bootlegs and balance out your proportions.
Belts
Make sure you don’t wear your belt too high, this will only make your stomach stick out more. Opt for slightly lower slung belts.
So many women hate their stomach, and they all want it to be smaller, but for many reasons it won’t shift. Maybe that last little bit just won’t budge, maybe there isn’t time before you need it gone, or maybe (like me) you simply don’t like to exercise!
But you needn’t worry, there are quick and simple ways to make your stomach look smaller instantly!
Trousers
Hipsters might be all the rage, but if you have a big belly then they are not going to do you any favours!
Stick to waisted trousers with a wider waistband, this will help reign your belly in instead of letting it hang over your trousers!
Try to avoid skinny jeans and stick to bootlegs as these will balance out your proportions, but if you do want to wear skinny jeans, make sure you wear them with chunky boots as wearing them with flats will only draw attention to your larger areas.
Tops
Make sure your tops is long enough, when you try it on, stretch up and bend down, you need to make sure that when you reach for something, your top doesn’t ride up and expose your belly!
Look for tops that have ruches (small folds of fabric) around the stomach area, these are great for disguising a stomach.
Opt for flared sleeves instead of skinny sleeves, these will do the same as the bootlegs and balance out your proportions.
Belts
Make sure you don’t wear your belt too high, this will only make your stomach stick out more. Opt for slightly lower slung belts.
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