Many woman and men will go to great lengths in an attempt to stay beautiful, spending hours in front of a mirror brushing their hair and applying makeup. Sometimes, though, these efforts can end in disaster, either through misapplication of makeup or the inability to properly use beauty products as designed.
In order to make putting on makeup easier, many people have come up with their own hacks to simplify the process. You can find a wide range of videos on YouTube which detail easier and faster ways to put on your makeup ranging from easier ways to apply makeup where you want it to simple ways to curl your hair.
Using simple objects and techniques, beauty hacks are designed to make the beautifying process easeir. Here are some unbelievable beauty hacks that will have you looking great in no time.
1) Fake Eyelash Curling Hack
This hqack allows you to easily curl your fake eyelashes so that they will fit properly across your eyelid. Before applying your fake lashes, wrap them around a small makeup brush or bottle. This should give the fake lashes enough curve to make them easier to attach to your eyelids.
2) Concealer and Liquid Pantyhose Skin Tan
To add more color to your legs, mix concealer with some liquid pantyhose. Apply the mixture to your legs and blend in to give them more color and to conceal blemishes. When you are ready to take it off your legs, simply use makeup remover.
3) Almond Eyebrow Darkening Hack
To use theis hack you need a raw almond, a lighter, and a small makeup brush. Start by burning one end of the almond with the flame from the lighter. Once it has cooled, brush a small makeup brush across the burnt area. Apply the burnt almond to your eyebrows to make them darker.
4) DIY Sponge Foundation Applicator
If you need an easy way to apply foundation grap a kitchen sponge. A sponge is not harsh on your skin and you can easily rinse it when your are done applying your makeup. To keep it from drying out, place rthe sponge in a Ziploc bag between uses.
5) Multicolor Lipstick Hack
To create a multicolor lipstick, cut away a small section of similar size from two different colors of lipstick. Next, place the opposite color on the opposite stick and heat to get it to attach to the lipstick.
6) Fork and Foundation Hack
To apply foundation exactly where you need it, use a metal fork. Place the fork on your nose so that the tines are touching the skin and apply different shades of foundation in the space between tines. For your cheeks, p[lace the end of the fork against tyour skin and run foundation along the edge. Blend well with a makeup brush.
7) Use Hair Conditioner for Shaving
If you need shaving cream, use hair conditioner instead. The conditioner should make your legs sleek enough for the razor to glide easily across it. In addition, the conditioner can also moisturize your skin while shaving and help prevent razor burn.
8) Plastic Fork Hair Curling Hack
If you need to give your hair some curl, grap a pack of plastic forks. Start by twisting the hair around the handle of the fork. Hold it in place by sticking the tines of the fork into the curl. Allow your hair to sit for 15 minutes before removing the fork.
9) Ice Eyebrow Tweezing Hack
To do away with rthe pain that accompanies tweezing your eyebrows, apply ice before tweezing. The ice should numb your skin enough so that the tweezing process does not cause too much pain. Reapply the ice if necessary.
10) Color Pencil Eyeliner Hack
To use this hack, stick colored pencils in a glass of water sharpened end first. Allow to sit in the water for about two minutes before removing. The pencil lead should now be soft enough to apply to underneath your eyes and across your eyelids.
11) Coke Ring Cleaning Hack
If you have a dingy and dirty ring you can clean it using Coke. Pour the Coke into a bowl and then place the ring into the bowl. The carbonation from the Coke should clean the ring. Once clean, remove the ring, rinse it off, and dry it before putting it back on.
12) DIY Candy Lip Gloss
To create your own lip gloss using candy, place a few pieces of candy in a microwavable dish along with a few sticks of gum, some Vaseline, and some food coloring. Place the mixture in the microwave and heat for 1 minute. Mix well and place the lip gloss into a small container before placing it into the freezer for 1 minute. Apply to your lips with a small makeup brush.
13) Maxi Pad Eye Shadow Application Hack
To apply eye shadow without getting any makeup on the side of your face, cut about two inches off the end of the pad. Hold the cut end of the pad over your face, next to your eye, as you put eye shadow on. The pad should keep the eyeshadow from getting on your face.
14) Sugar, Water, and Lemon Juice Hair Wax
For a simple hair wax, mix 1 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of water, and 1/4 cup of lemon juice in a sauce pan and bring the mixture to a boil. Place the mixture into container while it is still warm. Apply with an applicator strip and remove the wax with a quick motion to remove hair.
15) Fingernail Polish Removal Hack
To easily remove nail polish, first place some fresh nail polish on top of the old polish. Next, take a cotton pad and wipe the fingernail polish from your finger. The wet polish should make the old polish wet enough to remove it.
16) Quick Hair Growth Hack
For this hair growing hack mix castor oil, avocado oil, and coconut oil in a small bottle. Mix well and apply to your hair at the roots using an old mascara brush. You can also apply the mixture to your eyelashes for fuller eyelashes.
17) Hair Volumizing Hack
To volumize your hair when putting it into a bun start by teasing it with a comb first before spraying it with hairspray to help hold the volume. Next, place the hair into a bun and secure in place.
18) Fingernail Toothpaste Hack
To strengthen and clean your fingernails, try this amazing hack. Put a drop of toothpaste on each nail and scrub it using a toothbrush. Doing this daily helps to strengthen, whiten, and speed up the growth of your nails.
19) DIY Ping Pong Ball Massager
For this hack, you need three ping pong balls, a hot glue gun, and some wire. Start by placing glue dots across the surface of the ping pong balls and then pierce them down the middle with a piece of wire formed into a handle.
20) Salicylic Acid Skin Removal Hack
If you have dead skin anywhere on your body, then use salicylic acid to remove it. Simply saturate a cotton ball with the salicylic acid and wipe the area with the dead skin. The acid is a great exfoliating agent and works in removing dead skin, acne, and even warts.
21) Shaving Cream Face Wash
If you find yourself low on skin cleanser, use shaving cream instead. In addition to keeping your face clean, shaving cream also contains moisturizers which can help refresh dry skin. You can find directions on how to use shaving cream to wash your face at Our Everyday Life.
22) Contact Lens Solution Mascara Renewer
Instead of throwing your mascara away when it dries out, revitalize it using a little contact lens solution. Simply put about eight drops of the solution into the mascara bottle and shake it up. The lens solution should soften the dried mascara and will not harm your eyes.
23) DIY Oat Foundation
To make this natural foundation, pour some dried oats into a food processor and blend to a fine powder. Next, add water and then drain, doing this at least three times. Finally, spoon out the wet oats atop a few pieces of wax paper and allow to dry. Spoon the dried powder into a container and apply to your face using a large makeup brush.
24) Black Tea and Vinegar Aftershave
To make a soothing aftershave for your legs brew a cup of black tea using a tea bag and hot water before shaving. Allow to cool and add a small amount of vinegar, applying the mixture using the wet tea bag to your freshly shaved legs.
25) Oil and Cream Application Hack
All you need to apply oil or cream is an empty roll-on deodorant bottle. Start by putting a a few drops oil on your skin with a dropper, or put it on by hand in the case of a cream. Next, use the roller to spread it out evenly across the surface of your skin.
26) PVA Glue Fingernail Polish Hack
This hack allows you to avoid the mess that can accompany putting on fingernail polish. For this hack, all you need is some PVA glue. Place a thin line of PVA glue around the edge of your fingernail and allow it to dry. After putting polish on your fingernails, remove the PVA glue for no mess edges.
27) Easy Belly Toning Exercise
This simple exercise can give you a flat, toned belly in no time. Start by breathing out and drawing in your stomach. Stay like this for 20 to 30 seconds. Repeat this exercise five times a day. Before you know it you will have a toned stomach.
28) Honey, Oil, and Sugar Lip Scrub
If you have chapped lips then this hack is for you. Mix honey, oil, and sugar in a bowl. Place the mixture into a small container. Rub the mixture on your lips, massaging it in for 2 minutes before wiping clean.
29) Shot Glass Lip Enlargement Hack
To give your lips a larger, more full look, use this hack. Place a shot glass over your lips and create suction by sucking all of the air out of the shot glass. Remove the shot glass and immediately apply lipstick to your lips. This should make them appear fuller.
30) Coconut Oil and Activated Carbon Eye Liner
For an easy to make eye liner mix a small amount of activated carbon with a teaspoon of coconut oil in a small bowl. Next, dip a shrp edged makeup brush into the mixture and use it to apply the DIY liner to your upper eyelids.
You can find a variety of beauty hacks online on YouTube. These hacks can make it much quicker and easier to apply your makeup. In addition, many of them only require a few simple items to make.