Beauty is an interest of great application and skill. It is an interest with the goal of making oneself appear more attractive to themselves, others, or both. You may think that its easier said then done, correct? Don’t let that put you off! Read the tips below to see what you need to begin beautifying yourself like a pro.

Air dry your hair whenever possible to prevent exposing your hair to heat damage. All the heat from styling tools can do major damage to your scalp and hair. If you must use a blow dryer, set it in the lowest, least damaging setting. By doing this, your hair will stay soft for years to come.

Try dark mascara with waterproof qualities to highlight your eyes. Keep extra mascara wands handy so you are able to break clumps up and get rid of flakes around your eyes.

Plain yogurt can be used as a calcium-rich, beautifying skin treatment that will leave your body looking fresh and youthful. This technique is especially effective for those who are suffering from tightness or excessive dryness. Slather it on, then allow it to sit for about five minutes. After you rinse it off, your skin will be softer and silkier.

You can create the illusion of bigger lips if you put just a bit of shiny white eye shadow on your cupid’s bow. This causes the light to be reflected around the lips and yields the optical illusion of a fuller upper lip.

Because of all the chemicals in shampoos and conditioners it is actually recommended to not shampoo and condition every day, especially multiple times daily. To maintain hair condition and not damage it, most beauticians recommend shampooing and conditioning every other day at maximum. This prevents you from damaging your hair with all the chemicals in it.

To make close set eyes appear further apart, apply your eye makeup so it is heaver on the outer edges of your eyes. Use light eyeshadow on the inner half of your eyes and darker shadow on the outer half, blending the two together seamlessly in the middle. Then, to finish off the look, apply your eyeliner and mascara so that it is heavier at the outer corner. This will give the illusion that your eyes are set further apart.

You can create your own mouthwash with peppermint oil and purified water. Only put in one drop of peppermint oil for an ounce of water. Start by boiling the water, then decant the oil into a heat-resistant glass container. Add boiling water to the pot. Use a clean cloth to cover the container while it cools. You will want to put the mixture into a container with a tight fitting lid. Then, use your mouthwash whenever you need.

Avoid commercial “body butters” that contain chemicals, dyes and additives. All natural walnut oil or peanut oil make wonderful all-over body moisturizers. They are very inexpensive and are scent free. If you want scent, you can add the essential oil of your choice. After your bath, slather walnut or peanut oil on lavishly. Wrap up in an old terry-cloth robe and curl up with a good book or a movie while your moisture treatment soaks in.

To reduce red tones in your skin, use a green based concealer. Because green and red are opposite from each other on the color wheel, the green tones in the concealer will cancel out any red tones in your skin. However, keep in mind that you only need to use a very small amount of concealer to counteract the red. If you use too much you can wind up looking green instead.

Tone down a lipstick that is too bold or bright. A great way to make an overly pigmented shade easier on the eyes is to put some on the back of your hand, dab it with foundation, mix, and apply to lips. Your new shade should now be a better match for your tone.

Include more Epsom salts in your beauty products. You can use Epsom salts for a laxative or to soothe your sore body. Add some of these salts to water as well as some lavender and create a paste. Apply the paste to the areas that are giving you trouble, and leave it on overnight. Your skin should look better by morning.

To get rid of white patches on your nails, consume more calcium. The patches are a sign of vitamin deficiency. Clearing up those white spots will allow you to get a smoother and more consistent look with your nail polish. If you can’t add more calcium to your diet, start taking a supplement.

Beauty, an interest incorporating knowledge, skill, and practice. It is an interest that takes advantage of your body with the intent of creating a new look or revamping your original look. Don’t be fooled, it takes practice. If you are willing to put in effort and if you follow the tips in this article, you can do it.

Beauty Tips To Help You Feel Beautiful was originally published on Spring