16 Beauty Hacks That Are Borderline Genius
16 Genius Beauty Hacks
by Kierra Lanice
1. Revitalize mascara with contact solution.
The shelf life for mascara is 3-4 months. However life happens. If you run out or accidentally left it open causing it to dry out, add a few drops of contact solution to revive it for a few more uses.
2. Use concealer and Vaseline to achieve the perfect nude lip.
Finding the perfect nude doesn't have to be a hassle. Unsure of where to start? Funds in a pinch? Apply a small amount of concealer and Vaseline, or your favorite lip gloss for the perfect nude for your skin tone. Customize it by adding your favorite lip liner.
3. Ice cold water to dry nails faster.
Let’s face it, we love polishing our nails but hate dry time. To expedite the drying process, prepare a bowl of ice water and dip your nails for a few seconds. They will dry in no time.
4. Replace makeup remover with coconut oil.
Coconut oil seems to be the nectar of life and is no longer limited for the kitchen. Apply a dollop onto a cotton pad or in your hands for the ultimate, alcohol-free makeup remover, even removing waterproof eye makeup.
5. Use white eyeliner as a base for vibrant, more pigmented eyeshadow.
Using a jumbo white eye pencil or eyeliner, apply to the entire eyelid as a base for colorful and more pigmented eyeshadow application. (Use black for darker tones.)
6. Long lasting fragrance
Add longevity to fragrances by applying Vaseline to these pressure points. For long lasting fragrances, apply Vaseline to these areas followed by your favorite scent; behind the ears, the inner elbow, behind the knees, belly button, As your body heats up, it will trigger the fragrance to pervade wherever you are.
7. Use waterproof mascara as makeshift eyeliner
Misplacing your eyeliner or running out always happens at the most inopportune time. But have no fear! Grab your waterproof mascara and an angled liner brush and pretend its a gel liner. Boom!Heat up your eyeliner for a makeshift gel eyeliner.
8. Use white polish as a base coat for more vibrant nails.
9. Make your lash curler last longer by heating things up.
Some say use your blow dryer to heat up you right lash curler, that seems to be a little too dangerous. Instead, run it under hot water for a few seconds and blot with a napkin to remove the excess water. Heating the lash curler allows the curl to stay in place for an all day curl.
10. Tint brows with a men’s beard/mustache hair color kit.
1Don't ruin your eyebrows by using harsh hair color. Instead, grab one of these kits and redefine your eyebrows. Note: Go a shade lighter than your actual hair color for a softer, more feminine appearance. Dark eyebrows cause for a more harsh and unflattering look.
11. Whiten teeth with baking soda and peroxide.
For an instantly whiter smile, create a paste with baking soda and peroxide. Brush like normal.
12. Whiten teeth with baking soda and peroxide.
For an instantly whiter smile, create a paste with baking soda and peroxide. Brush like normal and watch those dingy beiges go to pearly white.
13. Put your nail polish in the fridge for a more smooth application.
14. Apply white eyeliner to give the illusion of larger, more awakened eyes.
Didn't get enough sleep last night? Tightline your bottom lid with white eyeliner to the bottom lid. This will instantly brighten your eyes and make them appear larger and wide awake!
15. Get the most out of your foundation/concealer by adding heat.
Get more bang for your buck bug heating your foundation and concealer to melt the remaining product. You may think it's empty but you're guaranteed to have 1-2 more applications in unmovable product that stuck in the corners. Dip the closed products in a cup of hot water, like magic, excess product will pour right out.
16. Transform your eyeliner into gel liner by simply heating it up with a lighter.
