Who doesn’t want to look beautiful? Whether hair, skin, or makeup, there are tons of ways to improve yourself. With so much downtime, now’s a perfect opportunity to search the internet for ways to improve how you look and feel. But with these 50 beauty hacks, you don’t have to. We’ve got some excellent options that you can use now or later.
1. Perfectly shaped eyebrows
Especially for women with bushy eyebrows, getting the perfect shape is hard. Either you pluck too much, not enough, or you pluck in the wrong direction. But with this hack, you’ll end up with the eyebrows you’ve always wanted.
For gorgeous lips, start by making an X with liner in the middle of your upper lips. Then bring the color down from the top of the X toward the outer edges of your top lip and along the bottom lip. Using an applicator, apply the main color in an outer motion.
Most women put dots of concealer under their eyes to hide unsightly circles. But there’s a better way. Apply the concealer in long streaks and then blend.
Don’t believe the old wives’ tale that if a woman shaves her face, the hair will grow back twice as thick. It won’t. But for fuzz-free skin, be sure to use a single-blade razor.
A lot of people think women with freckles are sexy. But if you weren’t born with any, you can create some. Simply use the tip of a dark eyebrow pencil to make tiny dots.
If you like the shape of your eyebrows but they have a mind of their own as far as how they lay, you don’t need to buy high-dollar makeup tools. An inexpensive toothbrush will do the trick.
If not careful, you could spend a small fortune on beauty blenders alone. To cut back on your spending and still end up with perfectly blended makeup, cut the blenders in half.
Some women don’t have long, lush lashes. If you’re one of them, this hack is for you. Just sprinkle a small amount of baby powder onto a wand and apply to your lashes, followed by the mascara.
12. Liven up your eyes
If your eyes tend to look tired and droopy, here’s an easy fix. Dab a small amount of white or cream-colored concealer around the tear ducts. Your eyes will instantly appear brighter and refreshed.
Many products marketed to remove makeup are way too harsh. A better option is to use petroleum jelly. It’ll take lipstick, foundation, blush, eye shadow, and eyebrow pencil off in a flash. And it works great at moisturizing your skin.
Skin that glows looks healthy. A great hack for achieving this look is by adding a few drops of face oil to your liquid foundation. You’ll be amazed at what a difference this makes.
Are you tired of your sunglasses or regular glasses constantly slipping down your nose? Are you looking for an easy solution? If you answered yes, this hack is for you. Apply a small amount of stick deodorant to the bridge of your nose. Problem solved.
When applying mascara, most women use the wand in even, upwards strokes. But if you want full lashes that look completely natural, wiggle the wand side-to-side during the application process.
For some women, smelling good is part of being beautiful. To make a fragrance last all day, you need to apply it correctly. That means placing a dab inside your wrists, behind your ears, at the base of your throat, inside your elbow, and even behind the knees.
Don’t throw out that tube of mascara…just yet. Even if you think it’s too dry to use, try this hack first. Simply place the tube into a cup of hot water for a few minutes. That’ll get the mascara flowing again.
Just because your makeup looks awesome in your bathroom mirror doesn’t mean it’ll look the same way when you’re in the sunlight. Before heading out, take a minute to see how you look under different lighting. You can even use the flashlight on your cell phone.
Here’s another hack using deodorant. Yes, we all know it’s used under the arms to stop sweating. But you can also apply it between the legs to prevent chafing when walking.
If you love the smokey eye effect but always end up with more of a muddy look instead of something sexy, here’s an easy solution. Instead of using the same brush to apply the eye shadow and to blend the lines, use two separate brushes.
A tanned body looks amazing but it’s not safe to spend too much time in the sun, especially without protection. An alternative…apply self-tanner, using a formula for the body and another formula specifically for the face.
A lot of women are feeling the pain of not being able to make it to their favorite nail salon. So, what can you do about chipped polish? Rather than remove it all and repaint your nails, you can apply glitter polish over the damaged areas. They’ll look great.
Remember, this hack is one you can use now and later. After applying lipstick, place a tissue over your lips. Then, with a soft makeup brush, tap the tissue. This will set the lipstick so it lasts longer.
Are you tired of ugly cuticles? With this hack, you simply a small amount of lip balm to the nail beds. This will soften the cuticles, making them easier to clip back. In minutes, your hands will look much better.
Women with straight hair envy those with natural waves. But here’s an easy way to make your hair soft and wavy. Spritz it with a mixture of salt and water and then roll your hair into two side buns. Quickly blast buns with a blow dryer and leave them in place for about an hour. When you take them out, you’ll have the hair you always wanted.
With this hack, you can rehydrate your face in no time. Just mix one-half cup of warm water, one-third cup of oatmeal, two tablespoons plain yogurt, two tablespoons of honey, and one small egg white. Mix well, apply, and then wait 15 minutes before rinsing it off.
A lot of women don’t realize that orange primer helps cancel blue shades in the skin. Whether under the eyes, around the mouth, or on either side of the nose, this is an excellent hack to even out your skin tone.
To look beautiful, you don’t have to spend much time on your hair. Instead, gather it into a high ponytail and secure it with an elastic tie. Divide the ponytail into two sections, twisting each to the ends before wrapping the twists in opposite directions. Then, secure the top knot with bobby pins and you’re ready for a busy day while looking incredible.
While it doesn’t sound hard, most women struggle to create a perfect cat-eye. For this, use the edge of a credit or debit card to make an incredibly straight line…every time.
If you don’t like how loose your facial skin has become, this hack will make a difference. Rather than use store-bought products, dab on some apple cider vinegar. Leave it on your face for about 15 minutes before rinsing.
Dark elbows and knees are a common problem, especially for women of color. One hack for lightening those spots is to mix an advanced white toothpaste with carbonate of soda. Apply the paste, wait 15 minutes, and then wipe it off. Repeat if necessary.
If you run out of your favorite blush and need something in a hurry, you can use lipstick. Apply a small amount and blend it in for beautiful rosy cheeks.
You can make your armpits smell a little more ladylike and less like, well, deodorant. How? By applying your favorite essential oil to a cotton ball and then dabbing it under your arms.
Whether you didn’t get enough sleep or you naturally have puffy eyes, you’ll love this hack. Freeze cut up stalks of broccoli and apply to the area. The cold will reduce the puffiness and make your skin feel fresh and revigorated.
If you have chapped, dry lips, all you need is honey. As something that’s found in most kitchens, this hack is super easy. Apply some to your lips, leave it on for 10 minutes, and then wash it off.
Not only are cracked feet unsightly but also annoying. With this hack, you’ll notice a difference in just a few days. Apply a liberal amount of petroleum jelly on your feet, put on 100 percent cotton socks, and then go to bed.
