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3. Don’t Wash your
Hair Every Day
Experts agree, only a small group may
need to shampoo every day, such as those
with very fine hair, someone who exercises
or sweats frequently, or those living in an
excessively humid environment. Shampoo
can be harsh on your hair, leaving it feeling
dry, and even damaged. Furthermore, over
shampooing can actually cause your scalp
to produce more oil!
Instead of rushing to the shower, consider
using a dry shampoo the next time your
hair feels a little too oily. If you don’t have
a dry shampoo, or simply don’t like it,
you can use baby powder as a substitute.
Simply sprinkle baby powder into your
roots and brush it through to the ends. Not
only will it help absorb excess oil, but it
will add volume and make your hair look
freshly washed.
If you are someone who colors or dyes your
hair, shampooing daily can lead increased
“color fade”. The less you wash your hair,
the longer your color will last.
4. Beauty Gurus
YouTube, Instagram, and other social media
outlets are full of beauty experts, each sharing
their own, personal ideas, tips and tricks.
But, these social media style sources can be
discouraging, and often times, inaccurate.
Many seeking to improve their physical
appearance will compare themselves to these
beauty queens (and kings), giving in to the
social media “pressure to be perfect”. This
can lead to misguided feelings of loss and
inadequacy, and in severe cases, depression
and anxiety. If you, or someone you know,
feel like that may be happening to you, stop
watching these videos, and seek help.
Remember, embracing your individuality
will always help to be the best “you” that you
can be!
5. Less is More
If you are new to wearing makeup, or
trying to learn new application techniques,
remember, less is more. Master your
foundation and mascara, first. Then,
move on to more intricate areas, such as
eyeliner and lipstick.
Attempting a complete look, as an
amateur, will likely be frustrating, and
time consuming. Don’t rush, don’t get
discouraged, and most importantly,
don’t give up!
6. Beat the Heat
Always use heat protection on
your hair! Whether you favor a
flat iron or a curling iron, styling
your hair with heat can lead to
breakage, split ends, and frizz.
All of which will leave your hair
looking dull, dry, and lifeless.
Even if you are only using a hair dryer,
you are still damaging your hair. Blow
drying your hair frequently may cause it
to become dehydrated and brittle. If you
introduce excessive brushing or combing
into the equation, you are almost certain to
have significant hair breakage and damage.
A heat protectant adds moisture to your
hair, while forming a protective barrier
that prevents moisture loss that typically
occurs when heat is applied. Your locks
will look and feel silkier and smoother,
with the addition of a heat protectant.
Most importantly, your hair will actually
be healthier.
7. Check the Expiration Date!?
Yes! Believe it or not, your makeup and
skincare products do expire! This varies
depending on the product. For instance,
mascara typically expires after only a
couple months, whereas eye shadow,
bronzer, and blush can last up to two years!
If you start to notice your mascara
clumping, or your lipstick has become
dry and waxy, it’s probably passed the
expiration date. Toss any product that
smells “off ”, has changed color or texture,
or appears to have separated.
This chart from www.makeup.com/ is a
great guide to knowing when it is time to
say goodbye to your cosmetic products.
8. What the “ Pluck”
We’ve all done it…and regretted it. Over
plucking, or over tweezing your eyebrows
can result in thin, sparse, and misshapen
brows. Ingrown hairs, follicle damage, and
even infection are all common side effects
of getting a little “pluck happy”.
If you happen to be guilty of this bad habit,
take a step away from the mirror as you are
grooming. If you still can’t help yourself
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