Travel Toothbrush Holder for Makeup BrushesI never used this toothbrush holder for toothbrushes but really needed a case for my new makeup brushes. The toothbrush holder works very well for storing and protecting them.
Sharpening Makeup PencilsI use makeup pencils for eyebrows, eye liner, and lip liner. I started putting the pencils and the sharpeners in the freezer for an hour or two before sharpening, and they will harden just enough to make it easy to do without breaking.
Keep Mascara WandsIf you find a mascara that really works well for you, save the brush. That's the part that's doing all the work to get the style you want on your lashes, not the actual mascara. All mascaras are the same, just divided by waterproof or regular, so you can dip your favourite wand into any mascara and you will still love your look.
Mixing Foundation and Contour For LessEven when they are not the correct shade for my skin tone, I buy foundations and makeup liquids when I see them on big sales. I then mix them together to make my perfect base makeup colour. I use the darker tones for shading around the edges of my face and under my cheekbones, and the lighter ones for highlighting my brow, cheeks and nose.
All-Day Curled LashesHere is my trick to keeping your lashes looking super long and curled all day. You will need a hairdryer, an eyelash curler, and waterproof mascara.
Jamsu Makeup Priming TechniqueJamsu is a Korean makeup technique that is all the rage right now. You can get beautiful matte looking skin without any use of primers or setting powders. All you need is a baby powder and a big bowl of ice water.
Dental Floss Pick As an Eyeliner GuideThe majority of my girlfriends have trouble applying wing-tipped eyeliner. I always give them this tip. Paint some liquid eyeliner onto the string of a dental floss pick then hold it against your eyelid to get the perfect line. Let it dry then fill in the triangular portion under it. Perfection!
Complimentary MakeoverA nice thrifty tip if you are not makeup savvy like myself, or need a makeover for a special occasion, event, date night, or just because. Some beauty shops offer some sort of complimentary makeover with your purchase.
Post Shave Balm as Makeup PrimerNivea Post Shave Balm works perfectly as a makeup primer. Use it as you would a regular primer. Pour a pea-sized amount in your hand and evenly pat onto your face. Let dry and apply your makeup normally. Your makeup will last all day long!
Dry or Clumped Mascara TipHas your tube of mascara dried out prematurely or would you like to extend it? Add a few drops of Visine to the bottle! It's safe for eyes and adds moisture, but doesn't mess with the formula!
Q-Tip and Soap for Mascara Clean UpI keep slivers of soap by the sink. I use a wet Q-Tip and rub it on my sliver of soap to remove spill over mascara. Works like a charm.
Removing Face Paint with OilPut some oil on a cotton ball and rub on the face paint. Use another cotton ball to wipe up the excess paint. Finish by washing your face with soap and water.
Removing Black Eye Makeup with LotionDab a small amount of your everyday plain hand or body lotion on to a soft dry face clothe. You will see even the heaviest, blackest eyeliners, mascaras and eye shadows wipe completely away, without pain or fuss.
Freeze Eye Pencils for Sharp TipsIf you put your eyebrow pencil in the freezer for a few minutes prior to using, you always make super sharp tips and cleaner lines while it is frozen.
Removing Makeup And Caring For Your SkinEven if you don't wear a lot of make up, you need to make sure you remove all of it and do so safely. Mascara can be removed with a cold cream product like Ponds. Be very careful what you put near your eyes.
Easy Mascara RemovalTo easily remove mascara, even waterproof mascara, wet a washcloth, put on a small amount of lotion to one small area of the cloth, and wipe off the mascara with ease.
Stretch Your Mascara a Little FartherWhen you notice your mascara is starting to run out you can stretch it a little farther. Simply add a few drops of saline solution for eyes to the tube, you will be amazed by how well it works.
Fix Broken Powdered MakeupYou know when you drop your make-up and it crumbles, you no longer need to throw it out. Add a few drops of alcohol to the powder and let it soak in. Press the powder in place using the back of a spoon.
Put Eyeshadow in the FreezerThey say to change your eye shadow every six months. I have some favourites I have had for years! Pop your shadows in a sealed bag and pop in the freezer overnight. This will kill off any bacteria and they will be as good as new.
Tip for Long Lasting LipstickBefore putting on your lipstick, dust your lips with baby powder. Then apply your lipstick, blot with a tissue, and you will find that your lipstick will stay on all day.
Research Makeup Before You BuySeveral years ago, I began buying Allure magazine in October when they do a thorough testing of all makeup products. For me, it saves money to choose a few new pieces that are well rated then waste money on items that don't really work.
Using the Last of Your MascaraI add a couple of drops of saline solution or sterile water into my mascara when it seems empty. This revives it and it lasts much longer. When I need to I repeat again before discarding.
Use Mascara As Liquid EyelinerAnother thing I do is to use left over mascara as liner. If the mascara is too clumpy, running low or just not the right amount that looks good. Take the wand and use it as liquid eye liner.
Marble Jar For Cleaning Makeup BrushesI found a cheap and decorative way to store and clean my makeup brushes. The mason jar and marbles keep the brushes in place and add a cute shabby chic look to my vanity.
Warm Mascara With Body HeatI agree that warming the mascara helps. I'm lazy though. I just sit on it first thing when I sit to put my makeup on. It's amazing how much heat your body can generate.
Using MascaraTo create the effect of rounder eyes, first apply one coat as you normally would. Then just coat the upper, outer lashes of your eyes.
Use Olive Oil to Clean Makeup BrushesFor my eyeliner brushes that are hard to clean, due to the fact that cream eyeliner is not water soluble, I clean with olive oil. I put a little oil on a paper towel, 'dip' the brush in the oil, and 'brush' the paper towel.
Hair Gel for EyebrowsDon't buy those clear mascaras to keep your eyebrows in place and looking lovely! Go to your local dollar store and find a clear hair gel that is unscented.
Use Vinegar To Clean Makeup BrushesI use scar makeup, which is as thick as stage makeup. Well, a lot of that inevitably ends up on my powder brush, and after a bit it needs to be cleaned. I've tried expensive brush cleaners and high-end shampoos, but nothing worked!
Baby Shampoo For Makeup RemoverMy eye doctor told me that you can use regular baby shampoo as a remover for mascara and eye makeup. It is much cheaper than the commercial removers! You can also dilute your regular shampoo with baby shampoo to make it less harsh.
Preventing Mascara "Raccoon Eyes"In humid weather, mascara can smear around your eyes and make you look like a raccoon. A final coat of clear mascara will seal in the color and prevent that look.
Inexpensive Cosmetic BagsTry an office supply store and you can find decorative pencil pouches with zippers and other compartments to fit your lip gloss, lotions, contact lens case, comb/brush, foundation compact or anything you carry to keep looking good.
Freeze Eyeliner Before SharpeningPut your eyeliner pencil in the freezer for 20 minutes before sharpening and it won't break as easily. It will sharpen very well too!
Other Uses for LipstickGet a cheap lipstick that is a shade deeper than your lips. Dot some on your cheekbones and blend with fingertips for a blush that appears natural. This can be put in your purse in place of a blush compact.
Use Lipstick for Matching BlushIn a pinch, you can use lipstick as blush. Just rub a little on your finger tip and apply where you would apply blush.
Use Eyeshadow As Lip ColorThis is a beauty tip I figured out when I was a teenager and wanted interesting lip colors like blue and silver, but it works just as well on pinks, reds, browns, and purples too.
Saving Time When Applying MakeupI rush through my mornings and have found several ways to save time on makeup application. The first is: Do not wear any. It's actually freeing. But if you do want to wear it, I have my makeup in a little drawer under the sink that is removable.
Chafing Cream as Makeup PrimerWomen, you all know how expensive the primers that you put on prior to makeup application to help makeup "stick" better are. The upscale primers can be bought for about $60. I've found that you can use Monistat chafing relief - yes, Monistat!
Warm Mascara Tube Before UsingI don't use mascara often, but when I do, I let the container soak in hot water for a few minutes. It always makes it last longer plus it goes on easier without any of the clumping!
Make-up Storage SystemAfter searching high and low on the internet for an organizer that I can keep right on my desk, I went to Home Depot and bought a good size wall mounting organizer with clear drawers and large trays.
Extending MascaraI found that if I add a tiny amount of oil to a dried container of mascara and then use the lash brush to "mix" the oil with the mascara, I am able to stretch the use of the product!
Apply Lip Balm Before Lip GlossDo you want your lip gloss to stay on all day? The secret is to put on lip balm before putting on the gloss!
Make Your Own Mineral Make-upHaving sensitive skin means I must wear mineral makeup; but at those prices, who can afford it? I've started saving loads of money by ordering the minerals and iron oxides myself from soap-making companies. This brings the cost down by 75%-90%!
Use Baby Wipes as Makeup RemoverI purchase inexpensive tubs of baby wipes, and use them daily for makeup removal. After using them to clean my face, I then wipe my sink before tossing.
Re-use Empty Make Up ContainersRe-use the tops or bottoms of plastic loose powder containers when the container is empty as a mixing tray for blush, powder, and even lipstick. They can also be used to hold pencil shavings and other small utensils for making up the face.
Extend Mineral Makeup with Baby PowderI know this isn't for everyone's skin type, but I added a hefty dash of cornstarch baby powder to my squat little wide-mouthed tub of mineral makeup to increase the amount and it worked!
Removing Eye MakeupAn inexpensive and effective way to remove eye make-up is with petroleum jelly. It works well and also helps keep delicate skin around the eyes soft. Simply wipe on with a finger and tissue off, then wash your face as you normally do.
Freeze Makeup to Prevent BacteriaRecently, a friend and I were talking about cosmetics. She wanted to know how long I thought some of them were usable before bacteria would set in and make them unsafe to use.
Frugal Eye Make-Up RemoverRemoving waterproof eye makeup can be really difficult! Why pay for expensive eye makeup removers when you can do the job at a tiny fraction of the cost?
Saving Money on MakeupCosmetics can be expensive and colors often look completely different after we get them home and actually apply them to our face. After many years of costly makeup mistakes, I learned some money-saving tips.
Lipstick on a BudgetIf you're running low on lipstick, or looking for another shade, but hating those big-bucks prices, try applying foundation and a little moisturizer, lip balm, or cocoa butter onto your lips before adding your lipstick.
Colored Lip Pencil Instead Of LipstickSave money on lipstick by using the lip color pencil to outline your lips, then use it to fill in the lips with the pencil. The color stays.
Use A Sponge For Applying Liquid Make UpWhen putting on liquid make up, use a make up sponge because of several reasons: Keep dirt and germs our of the bottle. The "life" of the make up will last longer!
Orajel to Numb Brows for PluckingDab on Orajel before plucking your brows to take away the sting. My brows are so deep that they bleed when I pluck them. After reading this tip in a book, I had to try it! Believe me, it really helps!
Combine Pressed Powders Into One CompactWhen your face powder or blush compact is almost empty, or if the powder breaks into pieces, don't throw it away! I keep all the old compacts until I have a few, then I scrape out all the powder into one compact.
Jojoba Oil for Make Up RemoverUse up you eye make up remover and moister creams, cleansers and then buy jojoba oil to replace all three. This is what I have done and I am now saving money buying a natural oil which I get at my health food Store.
Stretch Liquid Makeup With Mineral OilI had a small amount of (Cover Girl) liquid makeup in a shade I wanted to use up. I poured into the bottle a small amount of mineral oil, shook it vigorously and that made just enough for one use.
Use Natural Paint Brushes for Applying MakeupAs a founding member of the 'Cheapa-Fillipa' club, I am always looking for ways to beat the price. My latest search started after I recovered from cancer and decided that part of the process to feel better was to look better.
Protect Surface of Pressed Powder MakeupWhen using a pressed powder compact which comes with the powder applicator, the top of the powder gets a hardened slick surface on it. This is caused by storing the powder "puff" applicator in the case next to the powder.
Use Vaseline to Remove Eye Make UpI use Vaseline to remove my mascara, eye liner and shadow everyday. This works before or after a shower and doesn't sting if you get it in your eyes. Plus, it's very cheap. I've been using the same Vaseline jar for over a year and it was under $3.00.
Using All Of Your LipstickWith the high cost of cosmetics, I have discovered a way to use ALL of your lipstick! When the tube gets flat on the top, I use a plastic cuticle tool to dig out the remaining lipstick.
Beauty Tips for Using Contouring PowderI have found that using contouring powder as part of your make-up routine is tricky and can often look very obvious. The solution is to make sure your face completely dry after applying moisturizer, then apply the contouring powder first, followed by your mineral powder foundation.
Applying Eye Shadow as Smudge Proof EyelinerFor easy to apply, smudge proof eyeliner, just use eye shadow applied with either a slightly moistened sponge eye makeup applicator or a cotton swab. I prefer to use dark brown eyeshadow applied with a cotton swab.
Making Your Own Shades of LipstickI have loved one particular color of lipstick for years but it's just simply too dark for me so I take the lipstick out of the tube and place it in an empty Carmex lip balm container.
Use Drawer Liner For Gripping Eye Pencil SharpenerThis tip will come in handy for those who still use eye liner pencils. I used to have trouble with the pencil sliding in my fingers when I went to use the hand-held sharpener that came with the eye liner. I solved this problem with a small square of non-skid drawer liner.
Organizing Your MakeupI am always bothered that it takes me so long to put on my makeup, and realized finally that it was because it takes so long to find my items among the pile.
Use Q-Tips To Get Every Bit Of FoundationWhen my liquid foundation is down to the bottom, I use Q-tips to get the remaining foundation out. I am able to get every drop out of my foundation bottle!
Microfiber Cloths For Makeup RemovalSome weeks ago, I was shopping with my sister, when we entered a beauty shop. They where selling a new kind of washcloth for make up removal without any cleanser, just to be used with water.
Use Microfiber Squares Instead of Cotton BallsMicrofiber cloths can be cut into small squares and used to remove makeup, apply toner, etc. Rinsed and reused, then washed and replaced! Eliminate the use of cotton balls!
Mascara Remover and Face WashDon't spend a lot of money on fancy named eye creams and mascara remover. Johnson's Baby Shampoo (No Tears) is great. A bottle will last for ever. Just put a nickel size in your hand put on lashes and rinse it off. The best thing is No Tears and it's cheap!
Make Your Own Lipstick Compact With Leftover LipstickMy tip is for being able to use the last of lipstick tubes. You take a pill box that is labeled for the days of the week. Then you dig out the last remnants of the tubes of lipstick and you put one color per compartment.
Recycle Powdered MakeupSince the face powder in compacts can fall apart or else you use the middle and have the sides left, here's a way to "recycle" it! Take the pressed powder from compacts and crush or break up the remaining pieces. Add a small amount of rubbing alcohol and mix it to form a paste.
Make Up TipsWhile putting on your foundation, just place your mascara somewhere next to your body. The mascara will heat up to your body temperature and it will be so much easier to apply.
Fix Make Up Mistake With Q-TipEver gotten your make-up completely finished, only to screw up your eyes by accidentally bumping your mascara brush against your eyelid or elsewhere?
Stretching Expensive Lip GlossI had gotten a good deal on some rather expensive lip gloss, but I found it was a bit to "waxy" for my purposes. So I took an old flat gloss container, and mixed the expensive stuff with some plain old petroleum jelly.
Use A Lip Brush To Apply LipstickUse A Lip Brush To Apply Lipstick. I have found a great way to save money on lipstick. I always use a lip brush to apply my lipstick, that way I control how much I want to apply every time.
Mixing Lipstick ColorsA few months ago, I purchased 2 shades of lipstick. After being home and able to try them, I realized that I didn't prefer those colors after all. . .
Heat Your Eyelash CurlerRather than a heated eyelash curler, I discovered this after I wasted 30 dollars on a heated eyelash curler that didn't even work.
Keeping Eyebrow Pencil on All DayI wasn't blessed with thick eyebrows so I have to fill in the sparse areas with an eyebrow pencil. The problem I had was, at the end of the day, most of the eyebrow pencil had worn off.
Having the Correct Brush for MakeupHaving the correct brush really does make a difference to one's appearance. I used to think that almost any brush would do as long as it was more or less the correct size, but have since realized through demos, trial and error that there is no substitute for having the best brush for the job...
Using Up Face PowderTo be able to use up solid face powder when just a little is left in the compact and it's too expensive to throw out, do the following outdoors or where you won't mind a little powder blowing about when you open the blender...
Getting the Most Out of Face PowderFor all of us who use loose powder this is a good one. Store your powder in a salt shaker to make it last longer...
Foundation for Your LegsIf your legs don't look so great for shorts and skirts this summer, here's an easy "makeup" to try. Mix foundation with a little body lotion and smooth over your legs.
Dos and Don'ts for Applying MakeupUse cosmetic sponges, the little wedge-shaped foam things, to apply your foundation and blend your blush. They're inexpensive and gentle.
Tips for Applying MakeupHere is a collection of tips for applying makeup.
Saving Money on BlushTips for saving money on blush. Post your ideas.
Lipstick Smudges and MeltingIf you have trouble with lipstick smudges and melting, just hold an ice cube to your lips for a few minutes after applying your lipstick.
Dealing with Loose Face PowderI have found an easy way to deal with loose facial powder. I put it in a clean saltshaker, and that way I can sprinkle it onto a powder puff and apply to my face with little waste.
Makeup Trial Sizes at the Department StoreWhen I was at the mall last night, I ended up in a department store and wandered around in the makeup section. I discovered you can get a free trial-size bottle of a new Lancome foundation ...
