No doubt, inside beauty works wonders. Whether you’re a new makeup novice or a beautification expert, learning some DIY makeup hacks can save time, money, and effort-all while keeping your look on point. These hacks use common household items and creative techniques that will simplify your beauty routine. Let’s dive into the top DIY makeup hacks you can try at home.
1. Lipstick in the Form of Cream Blush
If you’ve ever found yourself without blush, don’t fret! Your favorite lipstick can double as a creamy blush. Simply swipe a bit of lipstick onto the back of your hand, dab your finger into the color, and gently blend it onto your cheeks. Opt for a shade that complements your skin tone for a natural, flushed look. This hack works best with creamier lipstick formulas.
Pro Tip: Try the rosy shades-pink and peach for the fresh look that is more you.
2. Homemade Tinted Moisturizer
Avoid purchasing a separate tinted moisturizer by making one at home. Mix a little of your favorite foundation with your daily moisturizer. This makes for a lightweight, sheer coverage product that’s perfect for those days when you just want to blend into the crowd. And it’s a good way to reuse a foundation that’s just a little too dark for your skin tone.
Pro Tip: Add a drop of facial oil for extra hydration and a dewy finish.
3. Create Your Own Setting Spray
Don’t feel like splurging on a setting spray? Make your own using ingredients you probably already have. Mix one part glycerin with three parts water in a spray bottle. Shake well before use and spritz lightly over your finished makeup to set it in place and give your skin a fresh, dewy look.
Pro Tip: Store your DIY setting spray in the fridge for a refreshing pick-me-up on hot days.
4. Revive Dry Mascara
If your mascara has dried out but is not beyond its expiration date, you can revive it. Just add a few drops of saline solution or eye drops into the mascara tube. Stir it up with the wand to mix the solution evenly. This will make your mascara smooth and usable again.
Pro Tip: Never use water to revive mascara, as it can introduce bacteria.
5. Instant Brow Gel with Aloe Vera
You don’t need some fancy brow gel to get perfectly groomed brows. A dab of clear aloe vera gel does the trick. Use an old mascara wand to brush your brows into place. Aloe vera gel not only holds your brows but also nourishes the hair.
Pro Tip: Toss in a bit of brown eyeshadow or eyebrow powder for an ombre effect to the gel.
6. Coconut Oil Highlighter
Shine on: Make your own highlighter from coconut oil to get a warm, radiant glow. Just apply a small amount of coconut oil to the high points of your face, including your cheekbones, brow bones, and the bridge of your nose. The natural sheen of the oil gives you the same subtle, dewy finish that a highlighter would.
Pro Tip: Add coconut oil to a bit of shimmer eyeshadow for extra drama.
7. Fix Broken Powder Makeup
Dropped your favorite compact powder, blush, or eyeshadow? Don’t trash it! Collect all the broken bits and put it back in its compact. Drop a few drops of rubbing alcohol and press down the product using a spoon or the back end of a brush. Let it dry overnight. Your makeup will be back to its great condition.
Pro Tip: Press using a tissue for a clean, smooth surface.
8. Tape For a Sharp Winged Eyeliner
Achieving the perfect winged eyeliner can be tricky. A simple piece of tape can act as your guide. Place the tape diagonally from the corner of your eye toward the end of your eyebrow. Draw your eyeliner along the edge of the tape for a crisp, clean wing. Remove the tape gently to reveal a flawless look.
Pro Tip: Use gentle, skin-safe tape to avoid irritation.
9. DIY Lip Scrub
Perfect lips for lipstick would be soft, smooth. Lip scrub at home: one teaspoon sugar with a few drops of honey or coconut oil mixed together. Massage the mixture in circular motions to remove dead skin. Rinse off and apply lip balm for a hydrated finish.
Pro Tip: Do this once or twice a week to maintain soft lips.
10. Lipstick for Longer + Translucent Powder
Secure your lipstick all day long using this step. After doing your lipstick, place a tissue over your lips and then layer on translucent powder using a brush. This sets your lipstick, gives it a matte finish, and will last all day.
Pro Tip: Use a light translucency powder to avoid a cakey look.
11. Homemade Eyeshadow Primer
No eyeshadow primer? No worries. Mix a minuscule quantity of concealer with a droplet of aloe vera gel. Apply this onto your eyelids. It should create a flawless base for eyeshadow application, ensuring vibrant colors all through the day, without any crumpling lines.
Pro Tip: Leave the primer set for a couple of seconds and then apply your eyeshadow.
12. Mascara Magic with Baby Powder
For fuller, longer-looking lashes use this hack. Apply the coat of mascara; then dust a little baby powder on your lashes with a cotton swab. And let’s repeat the coat of mascara. The powder adds volume and thickness to your lashes for that dramatic effect.
Pro Tip: Be careful not to get any powder in your eyes.
Conclusion
DIY makeup hacks are not only fun and cost-effective but also a creative way to solve everyday beauty dilemmas. Whether you’re reviving old products, repurposing items, or creating your own formulas, these hacks can transform your makeup routine. Experiment with these ideas to discover what works best for you and enjoy the satisfaction of achieving professional-looking results at home.
For more beauty tips, tutorials, and hacks, stay tuned to our blog and share your favorite DIY makeup ideas in the comments below!
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