It's that time of year again where you should be changing your skin care products. As the weather is getting cooler and the temperature is beginning to drop we all need to be paying attention to how "dry" or "oily" our skin gets.
If you find that after you cleanse your face that it is really tight then you need to purchase a more intense hydrating moisturizer and balancing toner.
If you have find that your skin gets more oily after you cleanse your face, you need a line that will control the oil on your face!
During the Fall and Winter months it is all about using the opposite products the we use in the Spring and Summer months. Its all about the balancing of our skin and keeping the pH levels at the right levels.
Don't forget that no matter what day, month, year, weather, etc. you always need sunscreen. Just because some days the sun doesn't shine doesn't mean that you are still not getting sun damage. So make sure your moisturizer always has an SPF of at least 15 in it!
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Make-up Brushes ~ How Often Should You Clean Them?
Your brushes are the reason your makeup goes on flawless and how you want that perfect look. Well, you cannot achieve that with dirty makeup filled brushes.
Brushes should be cleaned once a month really well to achieve the maximum results from the application of your makeup. But it is once a month for brushes you use for your powders (eyeshadow, blush, mineral foundation etc)
Every week should be on the brushes that you use liquid makeup on (concealer, foundation, liquid eyeliner, liquid shadow, etc)
Not only in your brushes are makeup particles it also has dead skin as well. As bad as it sounds, there is nothing like applying your makeup mixed in with month old dead skin. It doesnt sound right!
A great way to clean your brushes at home that also is a safe way of achieving the results is: "Mix (1) part shampoo with (4) parts water and then just let your brushes soak in that solution for a day.
When you take them out of the solution lay them down on a clean cotton towel and let them air dry. If you ty to dry the bristles you are just going to ruin your brush and the bristles are going to fall out.
Any other questions feel free to comment!
Brushes should be cleaned once a month really well to achieve the maximum results from the application of your makeup. But it is once a month for brushes you use for your powders (eyeshadow, blush, mineral foundation etc)
Every week should be on the brushes that you use liquid makeup on (concealer, foundation, liquid eyeliner, liquid shadow, etc)
Not only in your brushes are makeup particles it also has dead skin as well. As bad as it sounds, there is nothing like applying your makeup mixed in with month old dead skin. It doesnt sound right!
A great way to clean your brushes at home that also is a safe way of achieving the results is: "Mix (1) part shampoo with (4) parts water and then just let your brushes soak in that solution for a day.
When you take them out of the solution lay them down on a clean cotton towel and let them air dry. If you ty to dry the bristles you are just going to ruin your brush and the bristles are going to fall out.
Any other questions feel free to comment!
Is Your Lipstick or Lip Balm Sweating?
I know, it sounds funny, but it isn't uncommon. It happens more
frequently then you think to be honest.
Unfortunately, your products are starting to breakdown when they start to sweat. Which isn't a good thing to say the least.
Lipsticks and Lip Balms unfortunately start to become rancid after 3 years. Not only does the lipstick and lip balms expire, the ingredients will not provide you the best results as time goes by which then could lead you to cause problems for your skin.
Please throw your products away that have expired and that smell rancid! IT'S IMPORTANT
Unfortunately, your products are starting to breakdown when they start to sweat. Which isn't a good thing to say the least.
Lipsticks and Lip Balms unfortunately start to become rancid after 3 years. Not only does the lipstick and lip balms expire, the ingredients will not provide you the best results as time goes by which then could lead you to cause problems for your skin.
Please throw your products away that have expired and that smell rancid! IT'S IMPORTANT
DIY Home Remedy- Ingrown Hairs
Whether you have ingrown hairs on your arms, legs, stomach, face (yes
face because guys this is for you too!) you can do this simple at home
remedy and you will see noticeable results.
Dab some body scrub (doesnt matter a brand-depends on how abrasive you would like it- but try St.Ives Apricot Scrub~Blackhead Clearing its available at any drugstore or WalMart for $4.00) and apply on a clean brand new toothbrush and gently apply pressure in circles.
The scrub encourages your skin to release the impurites and and trapped hair so you can easily tweeze it out.
Dab some body scrub (doesnt matter a brand-depends on how abrasive you would like it- but try St.Ives Apricot Scrub~Blackhead Clearing its available at any drugstore or WalMart for $4.00) and apply on a clean brand new toothbrush and gently apply pressure in circles.
The scrub encourages your skin to release the impurites and and trapped hair so you can easily tweeze it out.
Sleeping with Make-up and Mascara On? Good or Bad??
Unfortunately, we have all done it at some point in our lives. And there are no benefits for sleeping with your make-up on at all, there are only side effects!!
Make-up is a product that is filled with preservatives, oils, petroleum, etc. And that stuff should be washed up before you enter dreamland!
At night while we are resting and relaxed, our bodies are doing crazy things and reenergizing and rejuvinating at its own speed. Our skin needs to be fresh and it needs to be able to breathe properly and if you have your makeup on your skin cannot breathe properly.
You are blocking your pores by keeping your foundation/powder etc on.
Have you ever woke up after a night out with the girls and you forgot to wash your face completely?
Yes. We all have!
Have you ever noticed certain spots on your face have developed breakouts?
Yes! That is because you either didnt wash your face or didnt completely clean it properly. Spending 15 minutes a day is the minimum amount of time to complete a great skin cleansing.
Sleeping with mascara on is a whole other situation that is not good! You should never sleep with mascara on, first off your lashes cannot breathe properly and grow (they fall out if they can"t breathe properly) and even though in the night your eyes are closed, you are still getting the particles into your eyes which then you can potentially be doing damage to your eyeball, cornea etc. Us as humans are prone to rub our eyes, well we can calculate the amount of times we rub our eyes in the middle of the night when we are sleeping.
Its just an FYI!
Hope this helps ya!
Make-up is a product that is filled with preservatives, oils, petroleum, etc. And that stuff should be washed up before you enter dreamland!
At night while we are resting and relaxed, our bodies are doing crazy things and reenergizing and rejuvinating at its own speed. Our skin needs to be fresh and it needs to be able to breathe properly and if you have your makeup on your skin cannot breathe properly.
You are blocking your pores by keeping your foundation/powder etc on.
Have you ever woke up after a night out with the girls and you forgot to wash your face completely?
Yes. We all have!
Have you ever noticed certain spots on your face have developed breakouts?
Yes! That is because you either didnt wash your face or didnt completely clean it properly. Spending 15 minutes a day is the minimum amount of time to complete a great skin cleansing.
Sleeping with mascara on is a whole other situation that is not good! You should never sleep with mascara on, first off your lashes cannot breathe properly and grow (they fall out if they can"t breathe properly) and even though in the night your eyes are closed, you are still getting the particles into your eyes which then you can potentially be doing damage to your eyeball, cornea etc. Us as humans are prone to rub our eyes, well we can calculate the amount of times we rub our eyes in the middle of the night when we are sleeping.
Its just an FYI!
Hope this helps ya!
Pigmentation and Pregnacy
How do I get rid of pigmentation or the dark spots on my face that I developed once I became pregnant?
You need to add a good exfoliant to your daily skin care routine. You don't want to purchase an abrasive one but you also do not want a light one. One in the middle will work and you will see result. But that is only dependent on how sensitive your skin is.
You can also purchase a skin brightening creme which will help even out the skin tone as well.
Some products containing Kojic Acid, Hydroxy Acid etc. (do your research first though)
As long as you are following your daily routine and paying attention to the changes in your skin as well as your lifestyle and diet you should notice a difference 3-4weeks after you started.
You need to add a good exfoliant to your daily skin care routine. You don't want to purchase an abrasive one but you also do not want a light one. One in the middle will work and you will see result. But that is only dependent on how sensitive your skin is.
You can also purchase a skin brightening creme which will help even out the skin tone as well.
Some products containing Kojic Acid, Hydroxy Acid etc. (do your research first though)
As long as you are following your daily routine and paying attention to the changes in your skin as well as your lifestyle and diet you should notice a difference 3-4weeks after you started.
Do You Know Where The Oily Parts Of Your Face Are?
Do you know where the oily parts of your face are?
Well here are steps to find out!
Step 1.
Wash your face with a mild soap and make sure you get all the soap off your face then to dry your face pat it dry. Don't rub it dry because then you're over stimulating the face and you can potentially damage your fresh skin cells.
Step 2.
Don't put any toner or moisturizer on your face because you want to find the oily parts so you don't want to add anything that could lead to adding more oil to your face. After waiting 30-60 minutes then take a clean and dry tissue (tissue paper would be your best solution).
Step 3.
Press the tissue paper to the face for one minute. After one minute remove the tissue paper from the face and Take a good look at where the mot oil production is. Once you know where the oily parts are of your face then you can attack the areas and change your skin care routine accordingly.
And voila, you have a cheap and easy solution for skin care!
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