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100 Beauty Tips:

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If you have long hair, put a silk scarf on your pillow at night. It stops your hair getting tangled while you sleep.
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Make your skin lustrous by using a light hand with the shimmer. Place it on only one or two spots so that when the light hits it, you glow. As to highlighter, focus it on the higher planes of your face, like your cheekbones and the top of your nose, and set with a loose powder.
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To ensure that your gloss will stick around as long as possible, start with a great lip liner. Fill in your entire lip, then apply your gloss over it. You’ll give the gloss something to stick to and help it to stay on longer.
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A dash of color on your cheeks is like an instant facelift. For fairer skin, a pink tone will work. Those with deeper skin tones can choose a rosier hue.
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A “breathing break” during the day -- lasting no longer than two or three minutes – can be very restorative. Sit with your hands on your lap, relax your muscles, close your eyes and breathe naturally. Focus your attention on the breath.
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Always use an eye makeup remover that is specifically designed for the eye area. The skin around your eye is thin and fragile, and especially prone to irritation.
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Keep sensitive skin hydrated. Moisturize regularly.
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Remove the excess water from your hair after washing, then apply a dollop of conditioner and apply it along the hairline, the nape and the ends of the hair. Pile your hair then inside a shower cap and let the conditioner stay there for around ten minutes. Rinse it off completely.
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Maintaining perfect posture while you're getting your hair cut will allow your stylist to give you more even results. Believe it or not, if you cross your legs you throw off your alignment, which can result in a lopsided cut.
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Start your day with a mug of boiling water and the juice of half a lemon to flush toxins out of your system.
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Cut your toenails straight across. Shaping them can cause ingrown nails.
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Get into the habit of wearing rubber gloves when housecleaning. Cleaning agents can be extremely harsh on both nails and hands. When exposed to water your nails swell and then shrink back as they dry. This contributes to brittle nails.
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If your eyes look red or tired, feel free to use eye drops. Caution: Stick with a brand you've used before. You’ll avoid unwelcome eye irritations or infections.
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When shaping your eyebrows, follow your natural brow line. Otherwise your brows will be too prominent and nobody will notice your eyes.
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If you do a lot of walking in pointy shoes or stilettos, check your toenails regularly for signs of stress or trauma. Symptoms: Discoloration, red hemorrhage lines under toenails, loosening or thickening of the nail, or a pain sensation.
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Putting eye shadow on your brow bone is too much. Put colour up to your brow bone, but stay away from the brow bone itself.
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Pay attention to your posture. Slouching makes you look shorter. Standing straight gives you added height and pulls in your stomach.
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Include more plant-based and fewer meats and processed foods in your diet. Foods like grains, vegetables and fruits are minimally processed and lowest in fat.
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Use a loofah pad once or twice a week to exfoliate and buff out imperfections. Sometimes tiny blemishes caused by ingrown hairs or minor skin conditions make your legs less than smooth.
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Take dance classes with your fiancé. You’ll both get a great cardio workout. Bonus: You’ll wow everyone at your wedding when you stand for your first dance.
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Smiling is the best way you can relieve yourself of negative emotions, of anxiety, anger and nervousness. A smile is programmed to exercise the facial muscles, making the face glow and become more firm and supple. A smile also coaxes the brain to produce endorphins, which bring a general feeling of well-being to the body.
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If you want to avoid wrinkles and skin damage, the best protection is to stay in the shade. When out and about, a high SPF sunscreen offers protection, but its action will be limited if you skimp on application and forget to reapply.
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Drink at least eight glasses of water a day to improve skin tone and prevent dehydration.
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Putting a primer on not only makes your eye shadow look smoother, but also makes it last longer.
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When having your hair styled at the venue, a low counter with a mirror – something like a vanity table -- works best. Check to see that your chair has a low back so your stylist will have easy access to your head. And make sure there are electrical outlets nearby for hair dryers, curling irons, and electric rollers. Insurance: Bring a few extension cords.
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Remove your heels whenever you can. They may make your gams longer, slimmer and prettier, but they can cause long-term damage to your legs and feet.
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Cry in the correct way if you want to avoid smudging your mascara. Allow the tears to roll out from the inner corner of your eyes and onto your cheeks prior to blotting.
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When you take a shower, rub the hardened skin of your soles and the calluses of your feet with a pumice stone. It is more effective at exfoliating skin than those fancy foot scrubs. Just remember to wait till your feet are softened by the water.
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Don’t skimp on sleep or your skin will pay the price.
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Stay away from the tanning bed. The rays can damage your skin and make it look older. Worse, they can increase your risk of getting skin cancer. If you need to tan, get one out of a tube.
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A tattoo cover kit will help you to conceal your momentary insanity. The kit from covermark.com includes primer, camellia lotion, finishing powder, two shades of “flaw-fighting” leg lotion and other necessaries for about $30.
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Sleeping on your back helps prevent wrinkles.
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Don’t apply styling products to hair that is dripping wet. You’ll dilute them and impair their efficiency.
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Deal with a last-minute zit by applying any over-the-counter product containing either benzoyl peroxide or cortisone to help calm the redness. Once you've shrunk the pimple, hide the evidence with a concealer.
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If you’re going to wear your hair in an upstyle, wash it the day before. Newly washed hair tends to slip out of the style.
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Make your lips look fuller by adding a touch of gloss to the center of your bottom lip -- over your lip color -- to make it appear fuller and rounder. On your top lip add a bit of shimmer (think Cupid's bow) to give it more definition.
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Walk at moderate intensity on a daily basis. It is the most effective way to lose weight and keep it off.
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For a wedding day lipstick choose a timeless and natural shade like pale pink or a sheer berry. You don't want to look back at your pictures in 20 years and wonder why you chose bright red lipstick on your wedding day.
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Shimmer is great for bringing out the eyes, but be careful in laying it on. It can also highlight lines and wrinkles.
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When you get a pedicure, check for white patches on your toenails. They can be an indicator of fungus – or possibly a vitamin deficiency, which you can usually cure by adding more calcium to your diet. However, white patches can also be a reaction to your nail polish. Most contain harmful chemicals like formaldehyde and toluene.
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Deflate under-eye bags on your wedding day by drinking lots of water in the days prior to the wedding. And try to sleep with your head elevated. On the morning of the ceremony place a cold tea bag (caffeinated works best) on each eye to reduce puffiness.
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When wearing heels, you should walk by pointing your toes straight ahead instead of toward the side. Then, complete the step by setting your heel down. Keep your legs close together and swing your arms -- right arm as you step with your left foot and left arm as you step with your right foot, to keep your body balanced.
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Pamper yourself with a good foot massage once or twice a month. Not only is it relaxing, Oriental alternative medicine has it that it can do wonders to your overall health.
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Maintain that truly romantic, blushing-from-within look by layering your makeup. Sandwiching powder blush between a layer of foundation and a thin dusting of loose powder will help it last longer and also soften your face.
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If something embarrassing happens -- such as your dress catching on your heel -- try to maintain a calm demeanour. Accidents happen. It only becomes embarrassing when you make it look embarrassing.
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File each nail from the outside toward the centre and in one direction only.
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Make your eyes look bigger by lightly applying foundation and loose powder as a base, then using a matte or shimmer shadow in a neutral hue. Highlight the inner corners of your eyes to really get them to open up. For a little more definition, use a liner in a complementary color (think brown liner with a brownish shadow), smudging upward to soften the line and give your eyes a subtle almond shape. For a finishing touch use false eyelashes.
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Keep your eye shadow from creasing by applying an eye shadow base color. This helps ground everything you apply on top of it and ensures your color won't start to move as your body heats up – for example, when you dance.
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If you’re having a manicure, pay in advance. Rummaging in your purse for cash afterwards will ruin fresh polish.
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Don’t smoke. It not only damages your lungs. The habit damages collagen (called the glue that holds the body together), etches lines around your mouth and eyes, and makes your skin rougher and drier.
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Combat skin redness by filling a bowl with a mixture that's half milk and half ice water. Dip a washcloth in it and then use it as a compress to help your skin calm down. When you're actually getting made up, use a yellow-based powder to counteract and color correct. Also, if you know you're prone to redness, avoid salt, MSG, and alcohol for the week leading up to the wedding.
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The curly-haired can leave their hair hydrated with natural oils and clean their scalps quite well by rinsing only with conditioner. Rubbing the scalp firmly with fingers is enough to loosen dirt. Most shampoos contain harsh, drying sulfates that are extremely damaging for curly hair.
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If you are towel drying your hair, do not rub it with the towel as it is damaging to the hair. Instead lightly scrunch and pat your hair.
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Apply an unscented antiperspirant so it doesn’t clash with your perfume.
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To avoid bubbles in your nail polish, roll the bottle backwards and forwards between the palms of your hands. Don’t shake it.
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If you exfoliate regularly, keep moisturizer on your face at all times. Exfoliating causes the skin to dry out, and dry skin is an invitation for skin to wrinkle.
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Choose a mascara that's waterproof. It will last longer and better withstand tears. If you really don't like the look or feel of these products, use one coat of regular mascara then follow up with a light coat of waterproof mascara.
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If your veil needs to be removed after the ceremony, make sure your hairdresser shows your mom or maid of honour how to do it without mussing your 'do.
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For applying loose powder and blush, invest in a brush with bristles that are natural or soft synthetic. It’s important to distribute those products well, and nothing gets the job done like a big brush.
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Have your eyelashes dyed so you’ll only need to take a clear mascara on your honeymoon.
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When picking your eyeliner your best options are charcoal, navy, and mahogany. Black or brown may look too severe, especially if your wedding will be held during the daytime and/or outdoors.
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If you have light skin use a white shadow as a highlighter on your brow bone. For deeper complexions a warmer light peach or vanilla shade will work better.
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Don’t be afraid to shape your eyes, but you should avoid using a colour that's too dense. It can detract from your eyes.
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Define your brows with a pencil or shadow that matches your hair color.
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Be careful to blend your makeup well all over, but especially at the corners of your eyes. Cameras tend to pick up visible makeup lines.
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For your makeup application, natural light is best. If possible, set up an application table near a window. If there's no natural light available, use a superbright lamp (halogens work best).
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To keep nail polish thin, you need a nail polish thinner. Add five or six drops and shake. Don’t use polish remover -- it will eventually make it thicker and can change the color.
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If you're getting ready at a hotel, request a high bar stool so you can be at eye level with your makeup artist. If you can't get a stool, simply raise yourself up on a chair by piling up some pillows.
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Bathe in lukewarm water. Showers with hot water, especially in the winter months when the air tends to be quite dry, are not a good idea.
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If you need to even out your skin tone use bronzing powder on your chest and neck. It will make your skin more luminous and ensure that your face doesn't look too different from your body.
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It's best to shampoo your hair every weekday and on the weekends shampoo and condition. Your hair needs conditioning treatment at least once a week.
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Always bring your own instruments when you go for a pedicure. This helps ensure that bacteria and fungus aren’t transferred to you from another customer. And you should always take along your own top coat, base coat and polish.
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When exfoliating the face, use products specifically designed for the face. Products designed for your body may be too abrasive and irritating for your face.
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Perfume should be the first thing you put on after your underwear. That gives it time to warm and develop.
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The simplest, non-fussy way to get hair to roll properly is to first spritz dry hair with a styling spray, then use a medium curling iron to curl two-inch sections of hair. Finally, roll the hair in Velcro rollers. The new curl simply takes best to Velcro.
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Don't use foundation on your décolletage. It can stain your dress.
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Moisturize immediately after taking a shower or bath. The product should be applied to the face and body within three minutes of exiting the shower or bathtub, while your skin is still damp. This increases the effectiveness of the moisturizer and helps to seal it in more effectively.
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Use a moisturizer that includes SPF 30 or higher, especially if you are getting married outdoors. You may be getting more sun than you think you are, and you will definitely look pinker in pictures.
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Keep your perfume in the refrigerator. These products are both light- and temperature-sensitive, and the fridge is probably the only place in your house that has a constant temperature.
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Don’t apply shampoo directly to the top of your head. Start at the nape of the neck and then work it through the rest of your hair.
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Strengthen your toenails by using biotin supplements. They’ll be stronger and better able to withstand stress.
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When blowdrying your hair don't bring out the brush too soon. Separate tangles with fingers until hair is about 80 percent dry, then try brushing. Your fingers should be able to glide through hair effortlessly before introducing a brush to wet or even damp hair.
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Keep moisturizers in the fridge. Creams that are cold to the touch are very soothing for irritated skin and will calm stinging, burning or itching.
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Distribute cleansing and styling products evenly through your hair. When you apply conditioner, spread it with a comb.
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Make smart decisions when you buy shoes. Hammer toes, bunions and corns form slowly, but by the time you become aware of them it's usually too late.
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Even if you mix various lip colours, be sure to have one tube of your favourite lipstick to carry with you for touchups.
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You can have the softest lips and the perfect lipstick, but the effect will be lost if your teeth are stained and yellow. There are lots of safe, reliable over-the-counter teeth-whitening products.
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Use mild, perfume-free skin cleansers. They are gentler and can help to prevent irritation.
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Check for nail fungus, which often occurs from feet being in a warm, moist environment for hours. Any kind of shoe – from heels to runners -- can cause this problem. Look for white, green, brown or even blackish discoloration under the nail.
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Understand your allergies. Identify specific sensitivities and avoid contact with them. For example, if you are allergic to dust mites, putting plastic covers on pillowcases and mattresses can help alleviate any allergic reactions.
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Have a professional manicure. On your wedding day your hands will be on show a lot.
Do not cut or push back your toenail cuticles. Cuticles protect you against bacterial infection.
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A week before your wedding, have a professional scalp massage -- which not only feels good, but stimulates the hair follicles and adds body -- and a deep conditioning treatment.
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Avoid hair that’s just a little too long, has no style and says, “I can’t be bothered.” Get yourself to a salon for some layers, some bangs and some highlights.
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Take the edge of stressful situations by taking a few “three-part” breaths. Breathe deeply all the way to your stomach, fill up with air through your diaphragm, then bring the air up through your lungs and into your chest.
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Avoid blow-drying your hair everyday. Allow your hair to dry naturally whenever possible, whether you shower at night or let your hair dry over the weekend.
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Seek treatment for ingrown toenails immediately. Although these painful conditions are caused by the shape of your nail rather than the shoes you wear, your shoe can irritate the condition. When the skin is broken either by the nail or by a person cutting the nail, bacteria has the opportunity to invade and cause an infection.
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When you shave your legs don’t rush the job. You may cause the razor to snag your skin and remove tiny chunks -- especially around your knees, ankles and the thin areas of flesh on your shins.
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Melanoma, a malignant tumor, can form under toenails. Play it safe. Examine your nails periodically to make sure everything is okay.
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Avoid over-washing your hair. If you can stand it, try not to wash your hair with shampoo every single day. For days that you do not wash your hair, apply a fragrant mist designed especially to refresh tresses.
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Believe you look stunning … and you will.