Awhile back I teamed up with The Everygirl to show their readers how to take their hair and makeup from the office to happy hour. Given they did such a wonderful job (especially beauty editor, Maritza Buelvas, and photographer, Christina Slaton) I thought I would share a few of the photos, along with my own beauty tips.
Ladies. I have heard and tried it all when it comes to makeup and prepping. So as a well seasoned woman, I want to save you the time, energy and money and get you to that holy grail makeup bag as quickly as possible. We need to look good and we aren’t getting any younger right?! Below are my 5 tried and true beauty tips that no one has ever told you.
1. One Size Does Not Fit All: If someone claims they have the best product, it’s simply not true. Everyone’s skin type, face shape and coloring is different. Therefore you have to find what works for YOU. Everything looks amazing in magazines, commercials, models, etc. So find advice from someone or a combination of people with similar characteristics as you – whether it be someone you know or a celebrity. Do you have oily skin? Ask for advice from other women that have the same skin type. Do you have large eyes? Take notes from another wide-eyed lady who has got it down pact.
2. Take Advantage: If you need a new compact, eyeliner or blush, be sure to get your makeup done complimentary at the beauty counter in tandem with your purchase. Make an appointment for Friday after work or before a hot date and kill two birds with one stone. We spend a lot on our makeup so why not get a our makeup applied by a professional. Now trust me, I know this can sometimes be awkward – “hey I am only buying a mascara but can you do my makeup?”. Don’t fret. I always ask if the salesperson if I can test a few things prior to purchasing. Once the product/s have been applied, I will ask if they have time to do my eyes or a quick touch up. They always say yes! Note: It goes without saying, if they apply your makeup it is an unspoken rule to buy something.
3. Test Drive: Hey if you are going to drop dough on something new, ALWAYS ask for samples to try at home first. Don’t buy the $150 La Mer cream without making sure it doesn’t breakout your skin. The salesperson may try to convince you to buy it on the spot and “if you don’t like it, you can return it.” Simply say you prefer to try it out first and ask for their business card so you can contact them directly with a purchase. They work on commission so they will appreciate that.
4. New Mascara Is The Best Mascara: Ignore rule #1 for a second. I swear a new drugstore mascara beats an old designer mascara any day. Given the more affordable price point, I can keep a fresh supply in my purse, at home and my desk.
5. Eyebrows, Eyebrows, Eyebrows: They frame your face and one of the first things makeup artists usually focus on. They add symmetry, which is subconsciously attractive. I personally love the Anastasia counter at Nordstroms. They show you what your natural shape should look like, tidy you up and offer the tools to grow and fake it until you make it.
So there you have it. What beauty regimes do you swear by? I would love to add a few more tricks to my bag!
Photos by Christina Slaton via The Everygirl.
Love tip #2! This is precisely why all my hair appointments are scheduled around all the weddings I’ve been attending! And, agreed 100% on eyebrows- they are the KEY!
Bigger bang for you buck right? Stretch that dollar as far as possible.
Yessss, drugstore mascara is my favorite! I had big, bushy eyebrows growing up and like most teens in the early 2000’s, I plucked and waxed until they were no more. I’m STILL paying for it to this day. My sister is currently helping me to “grow them out” but they look downright awful!
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Oh my gosh Jessica I am paying for eyebrow mistakes YEARS ago too! I have already sworn to my unborn daughters that I will ensure they do not make the same mistakes I did.
eyebrows are my favorite new trick! (used to be the opposite and rarely paid any attention, blondie perks i guess) But your whole face looks so different when they’re defined and filled in instead of getting lost! personally i’ve started to get them (lightly!) tinted at benefit and it’s made such a difference.
I never thought to ask the salesperson to do your makeup when you’re buying something! Great trick 🙂 I like using sample mascaras so they are always pretty fresh.