MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#28 - Because your hands can show the telltale signs of aging and sun damage, give them the same attention you give your face. Plump up thin skin - As time goes by, we lose collagen and fat in our hands, so our skin gets thinner. Look for a hand cream with retinol to help support the collagen in your skin. Because thin skin also bruises more easily, be sure you're eating fruits and veggies with vitamin C, which helps strengthen blood vessels. Remove rough patches - While hand sanitizer kills germs, it contains a high concentration of alcohol, which can dry out your hands. Keep them soft and smooth by reapplying hand cream throughout the day. Choose a cream with glycerin (to soften) and urea (to remove dead skin).

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#27 - Powders and pencils last the longest of all makeup, so you can keep them for a long time. Pencils should be sharpened each time you use them and change your powder puffs and clean your brushes regularly for a fresh surface free of bacteria.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#26 - People believe that it is good to scrub the face with soap to get acne free skin. But this is just a myth. Scrubbing the face with soap takes away the natural oils from the face. Drying out the skin too much can make acne worse. It's recommended to always use a gentle cleanser to wash the face and don't scrub too hard.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tip!

#25 - When applying an eyeliner, start from the inside corner of your eye and work outwards toward the outside. All you need is a light application of eyeliner to enhance the beauty of your eyes. Remember not to overdo it.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#24 - Home Remedies for Dark, Puffy Eyes: 
• Cover up. Use concealer to camouflage darkness and puffiness.
• Use cold compresses. Cold reduces swelling around your eyes.
• Get rest. Get 7 to 8 hours of sleep, and sleep with your head elevated to keep fluid from collecting under your eyes. 
• Keep allergies in check. Avoid triggers and take antihistamines to prevent allergic reactions.
• Avoid salty food. Stick with foods that won’t cause puffiness. 

MARCH MADNESS 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#23 - If you use brushes for your blush or foundation, make sure you wash them at least once a week. It's more hygienic, and it'll help your makeup look smooth and flawless.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#22 - Easy10 step at home pedicure: 1) Soak your feet in a milk bath, equal parts milk and warm water. 2) With a drop of cuticle oil and an orangewood stick, push back your cuticles. 3) File your toe nails straight across. 4) Buff callused skin with a pumice stone. 5) Rub feet with an exfoliating scrub. 6) Pour out the foot soak and rinse your feet. 7) Moisturize with lotion. 8) Wipe nails with polish remover. 9) Apply a base coat. 10) Apply 2 coats of color and 1 clear top coat. Let them dry for at least 10 minutes. If you're impatient like me, use a quick-dry spray to set the polish.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#21 - Something that's often forgotten is to replace your mascara every 2-3 months. Old mascara is full of germs.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#20 - No one likes a pretty face with a foul mouth. Here are a few tips on how to maintain a fresh mouth to match your fresh face:
• Brush your teeth at least twice a day.
• Floss daily
• Drink water, chew sugarless gum or suck on sugarless hard candy to stimulate the flow of
saliva and keep your mouth moist.
• Don’t smoke.  
• Don’t eat foods with strong odors.
• See your dentist at least twice a year to have your teeth checked and cleaned.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#19 - "The secret of the Universe: Prep, correct, conceal, set." - Bobbi Brown. In other words: moisturize the skin, conceal blemishes and imperfections, then set it all in with powder. These simple steps will help you to achieve a flawless finish!

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#18 - Shave your legs at the end of your shower. This gives your skin and hair more time to soften up. If the hair is softer, your razor will be able to cut it more easily, and you won't have to go over the same spot as many times. This will also slow the dulling of your razor blade, which will lessen the number of nicks and scrapes.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#17 - With the hot, humid weather approaching we could all benefit from a good oil control tip. Soak up grease and make pores look smaller with a tomato mask. Cut a tomato in half and rub it on your face, focusing on your t-zone. Leave the juice on 10 minutes, then rinse.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#16 - Rub away rough patches on hands, feet, knees, and elbows with a mixture of olive oil and either sea salt or sugar. The olive oil moisturizes while the salt or sugar grains exfoliate your skin.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#15 - After you paint your nails, add a shiny topcoat. And if you're impatient like me, look for one labeled "quick dry." You can also run your nails under cold water to harden the polish quicker, and then rub a little petroleum jelly on each nail to prevent smudging.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#14 - Yes, face and body moisturizers help nourish your skin, but there is one thing that tops any product on the shelves, WATER!

MARCH MADNESS! 31days/31 beauty tips!

#13 - Winged liquid eyeliner on the top lash line is ultra glam. It will make your lashes appear longer and thicker. But be precise in your application, liquid eyeliner can be a bit tricky. Use makeup remover and a q-tip or wipes to clean up any mistakes.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#12 - When you're down to your last drop of foundation or concealer, don't toss it just yet. Scrape it out with a butter knife or an object small enough for the container, then put it in some aluminum foil. Then apply it with a brush or sponge and get your full monies worth. Every penny counts now-a-days!

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#11 - This one may be a shocker, but its been said that using preparation H under the eyes can take away those morning bags. I have not tried this yet, but I wouldn't count it out! The things we women do in the name of beauty...

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#10 - Five minute face: skip concealer and only apply your foundation all over instead. Apply one neutral eye shadow color from lid to brow or just on your lid. Apply mascara on both top and bottom lashes. Apply bronzer/blush on cheeks. Then apply lip stain or gloss. And just that quick your out the door looking stylish as ever!

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#9 - Lip Conditioner can be used on dry spots and patches on your eyelids and face. The deep conditioning properties help to penetrate the dry skin cells. This really works well, especially in the dry winter months. And as always, I swear by cocoa butter products, including lip conditioner.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#8 - If you wear a scarf on your hair at night, add an extra layer of protection by putting moisturizer around your edges.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#7 - When plucking your eyebrows, try shaping them in accordance with your facial features. This will enhance your personal looks. Not everyone can wear the same shape and no two eyebrows are the same. You can even try an eyebrow stencil to help you along. Or better yet, contact us! We'll do it for you! www.epearl.vpweb.com

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#6 - Dramatic eyes are best when worn at night. A dramatic smokey eye is perfect for a night out on the town. Save it for special occasions so as not to wear off the appeal.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#5 - When applying product to your face always try to rub in an upward motion.  This will help massage your facial muscles in the right direction and help prevent wrinkles. 

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#4 - We all love to wear dark, warm nail polish colors especially in the Fall and Winter seasons. But if you don't wear artificial nails, dark nail polish can stain your real nails. If this happens, soak them in denture cleaner to remove the discoloration.

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#3 - Yes, brown-skinned ladies can wear vivid colors on their lips too! Apply foundation to your lips by lining them with a precision brush. This will help the color stay true to the shade, as well as keep it from bleeding. Then apply your vivid color. The result, flawless bold lips!

MARCH MADNESS! 31 days/31 beauty tips!

#2 - Change your pillow cases and head scarf weekly so that the oils from your hair don't transer to your face causing breakouts.

March Madness! 31days/31 beauty tips!

#1 - Got dark circles under your eyes? Use the right camouflage. Orange and blue are opposite each other on the color wheel, so dab a little bit or orange based cover-up under your eyes to get rid of the bluish tint of the dark circles . Then apply your concealer. And ta-da! No more dark circles!