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    Makeup has become one of the greatest allies of beauty for most of us, since it helps us to correct those small imperfections that appear on our face due to factors such as the passage of time or stress.

    Thanks to the great advance of the cosmetics industry, we not only find ourselves with better and better products but also with a multitude of low-cost alternatives to those high-end products that not all of us can afford.

    But, despite so many improvements, not using the products correctly and adopting bad habits has only increased skin problems.

    It is very important to be aware of what should and should not be done with each product so as not to take risks in the health of our skin. So I'll show you next, the five bad uses we make of makeup:

    1. SHARE THE COSMETICS

    Although it is normal to share things between friends and family, such as clothing or accessories, sharing makeup products such as lipsticks or using the same brush, increases the risk that you also share viral infections such as conjunctivitis or some of the bacteria that They produce acne on the skin.

    2. ABUSE OF THE LAST EYELASHES

    Using false eyelashes help us look more intense and expressive. That is why some women choose to use them quite frequently in their day to day.

    The problem is that these types of products stick to the skin through a glue. And it is precisely this product that can be dangerous to health, since some of them contain formaldehyde, a component that can irritate our eyes if it is abused. And not only that, but it can make our natural eyelashes become more fragile and break.

    Despite this, we do not have to do without this product if we take the necessary precautions:

    • Do not abuse its use
    • Never go to sleep with them on
    • Use a good quality glue.
    • No use any type of glue, much less if you use them very often.

    3. SLEEP WITHOUT MAKE-UP

    Sleeping without having previously removed make-up is something that, perhaps, we have all done on occasion. And is that sometimes we get so tired home after a day of work or after a night of partying, it costs us our own life to remove makeup. And in the best of cases we end up using wipes that do not always make up to remove it completely.

    But sleeping with the remains of makeup causes the pores of our skin to become clogged, becoming more prone to developing some type of acne. This bad habit means that our skin does not get sufficient oxygenation to repair properly during the night. The eye area is the area of ​​our face that suffers the most from this.

    What I recommend is that, as long as you do make-up with wipes, then wash your face to finish removing all the makeup. Even if you do not apply any cream afterwards, at least you will spend the night with clean skin and free of waste.

    4. USE EXPIRED MAKEUP

    As with food products, makeup has its expiration date, that period that goes from the moment it opens until the deadline in which they assure us that their compounds are in perfect condition.

    Normally, they do not appear with a specific expiration date (unless they are natural products with hardly any preservatives, as is the case of LUSH), but they are represented by symbols such as' 6M '(6 months from its opening),' 12M '(12 months or 1 year),' 24M '(24 months or 2 years) ...

    Once the indicated date has passed, it is recommended not to apply them, as it is likely that the composition of the product has changed, becoming an unsafe cosmetic to apply to our skin.

    That is a very controversial topic, because my personal experience tells me that, except in natural products, it is not necessary to be so strict. I have had cosmetics that, after that recommended date, were in perfect condition and I was able to use them without any problem. However there are others that have spoiled me quite quickly. My recommendation is that you always ensure that this product is in perfect condition, noting that its texture, consistency, color and smell have not changed. But the best thing is that you do not risk and respect the expiration date of the products, as it could cause an infection or irritation produced by bacteria that could eventually proliferate. Better safe than sorry.

    5. DELINEATE ON THE WATER LINE

    When we use the eyeliners on the water line or 'waterline', we can be introducing bacteria inside our eyes and develop infections or some obstruction in the sebaceous glands, since it is estimated that 30% of the particles of the Eyeliners that we apply in that area, enter the protective layer of our eye.

    But, I believe that the cosmetic industry has advanced so much that most of the products that we find in the market have gone through quality controls that guarantee that we do not suffer this type of problems, since the specific delineators for this delicate area are usually composed of non-aggressive ingredients and respectful with our eyes. But yes, be very careful with using products of unknown origin or brand, especially if you have sensitive eyes. We do not know if quality controls have passed.

    So now you know. Take the necessary precautions and do not put your health at risk, which is far above beauty.
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    Do you need a shade of shade that looks great with the color of your eyes?

    So here you have some help. There are two things to consider when you are choosing the colors of your shadows: color of your eyes and your skin tone. With the right shadows, the color of your eyes will really stand out.

    • When you are choosing colors for your skin tone, you should stick to the subtle and natural tones.
    • If you are fair complexion, it is best to stay away from dark colors.
    • Brunette women, should always avoid white and light tones, look for shadows that are darker tones.
    • Choosing the best eye shadow for your skin tone and eye color will help you stand out overall. Makes the whites of the eyes appear "whiter" by making the color of the iris protrude. I'm not saying you should stick to these colors forever, I know we all need some variety, but these are the best colors for you, especially when you want to look your best.
    • The Basics When it comes to choosing an eye shadow, start with the basic colors, then select the colors that stand out according to the color of your eyes, buy basic tones that look natural, such as black or dark gray, light brown and neutral tones with shine, like gold or light beige. Armed with these basic colors, you can create a perfect look to complement your face.
    Hair color

    Are you looking for another way to choose an eye shadow? Try something that matches your hair color, like golden brown, apricot or soft coral for blondes. Wine, plum or intense coffee for the brunettes and green or navy blue for the redheads.

    Join them!

    Once you have purchased your eye shadows, it is important not to use the main color, that is, the one that will stand out (for example, an apricot, green, or blue) on the entire eyelid. Instead, apply it as an eyeliner on the outer third of the eye to improve your look.

    For Blue Eyes

    The ones you should try: Warm browns, warm coffees, soft peach, gray, violet, purple, dark blue tones (a shade darker than your eye color makes them look bluer), black (mix it with a bright blue to a smoked effect). Intense coffees with a touch of red or brown with a touch of bright red or gold.

    The ones you can try: silver, turquoise, fuchsia (this illuminates any shade of blue)

    For Green Eyes Or Hazelnut

    The ones you should try: warm browns, golden coffees, apricot, deep purples, soft peach, soft violets, plum, strong green or khaki shades, (because they are in the same family of greens, which illuminate green eyes).

    The ones you can try: golden, lime green, very light greens,
    bright violets, (super modern)

    For Brown Eyes

    Surprise yourself and jump! You have the super luck to be able to use the tone you want. What you should try: copper, bronze, champagne, light pink with a touch of brown, coffee, beige and khaki green, (lighter shades highlight the eyes). Most purple shades work great, especially deep plum shades, and pale silver.

    The ones you can try: tangerine, navy blue, hot pink, lime green, (the contrast adds strength to the brown color).

    For Gray Eyes

    What you should try: Charcoal tones, cold coffees, purple.

    The ones you can try: aqua or lavender tones.

    The key is to play with the color of the eyes, but not to combine them equally. Just as in your closet you avoid having everything exactly in the same colors, the same principle applies to choose the correct shade color.

    Although I always say ... The rules were made to break, you can base yourself on this guide, but in the end, only you decide the colors that you think are best for you. Choose the perfect eye shadow. For the first eye shadow choose a darker shade. For the second eye shadow choose a medium tone. For the third eye shadow choose a lighter shade.
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    It seems that having a makeup bag is very simple, but there are those who at first we do not have NOR IDEA of what we need to put together a good toiletry bag, both to put on makeup at home, and to carry it in your purse daily, so here I leave some data for those who intend to get a complete briefcase, but no idea what to put in it.

    1. First of all, you must have a good moisturizer for the face, it can be in cream, toning or liquid preparations, that remove excess oil on the skin, or that hydrate it so that it does not literally suck the makeup because she is thirsty. You have to choose a specific cream and / or tonic for your skin type. If you want to identify your skin type, check here. Many brands handle this type of cream, there are different prices, from the cheapest ones, like Avon, Mary Kay, L'oreal, Clean n Clear, Neutrogena, Garnier, Nivea (for me, nivea is one of the best), or which exceed $ 200 up to $ 2,000 as Clinique, M · A · C, Clarins, Dior, Lancome, Chanel, Elizabeth Arden, etc.

    2. This product may be optional, but I think it is essential too. You need a pre-base for your face, if you want your makeup to last until your day ends. They exist for all types of skin, dry, fat, mixed, normal. Its function is to help your makeup last intact since you apply it until you remove it. If you have dry skin, moisturize your skin so that it does not suck makeup, if you have mixed or oily skin, there are those that control facial fat so that your face does not shine as a focus after a few hours of applying makeup. There are all the prices and brands, from the cheapest ones like Avon, Elf, Revlon, to those that take away the fortnight as MAC, Smashbox, etc.

    3. You must have a correction of imperfections. They say that the concealers you choose should always be two shades lower than the natural tone of your skin, I use one as close to mine, because you do not always find all the tones you need, and not to complicate, you have one that It resembles your natural tone, it's enough. You can also find all brands of makeup, cheap to exaggeration such as Gelden, Bissú, which handle a wide range of concealer tones, including white, green, lilac, etc., or Maybelline, which already exceeds $ 100 pesos mx, L'oreal, Mary Kay, Revlon, CoverGirl, Max Factor Avon, even the expensive ones, as well as Dior, Chanel, Bobby Brown, M · A · C, Lancome, Biotherm, etc. Click here to see a guide on how to camouflage imperfections and the colors you should use. Some people apply the concealer with a brush; I like the finishing that you have left more if you apply it with your fingers.

    4. Foundation of makeup. It is optional; you can use it if you want to opt for a complete makeup. Now there are already BB Creams or CC creams that color your face and hydrate it at the same time, you decide. There are girls who prefer to use only powders, so you can use a powder base if you think the liquids are too heavy for you. There are minerals, with sun protection, for sensitive skin, etc., if this is your case, opt for makeup that is special for your skin type, Clarins has products based on natural ingredients that do not damage the skin, it is very expensive, but it is very worth it, Clinique is another brand that takes special care of sensitive skin, there are cheaper brands like Yves Rocher, and that's why they talk a lot about Oriflame. After that, all makeup brands have complete lines of bases that are great for every requirement. Check here if you want to read a little about the application of the base and click here to know what color to choose.

    5. A sponge or brush to apply your foundation. Any of these two options are absolutely indispensable; if you prefer the fingers is perfect, and there are those who say that the sponge absorbs a lot of product, but the truth is that the finish is impeccable, if you press a little at the time of application, the product leaves the sponge and gives you a chance that the makeup comes out so you do not waste too much. The brush is another option, everyone can choose their application instrument depending on how they fit best. It is good to have several sponges, in all the supermarkets they sell them in packages of 10 or more at very accessible prices, Wal-Mart, Commercial Mexican, Soriana, Sanborns, etc., handle them. Now you find the Beauty Blender or equivalent, which is a wonder, and you find many brands with this type of sponges at excellent prices, take a look around the INDEX of my blog so you can check some options ;-). Click here to see how to clean sponges and brushes.

    6. Powders There is a wide variety of powders, there are mineralized, translucent, bronzers, illuminators, etc., and you cannot miss in your toiletry bag because this is the one that gives the matte finish to your makeup, the one that contours your face, the one that tan, in short, you decide which one you require for each situation, but it is necessary that you have a basic one to remove possible glitter to your face in the T area, or to give you touch-ups whenever you walk on the street and need to see yourself well . They are very practical in addition, because 99% of them have a mirror included, which facilitates its application especially if you walk up and down and want to give you a quick hand. All brands handle this type of makeup. Click here if you want to see some brands reviewed.

    7. If you want you can also take a brush to apply the powder, many opted for a brush, either with short handle (kabuki) or long handle, give a better makeup finish, it is a matter of taste, you can also use the applicator that comes included in the case, as you prefer. There are many very good brands that have brushes for this purpose, such as ECOTOOLS, Las Cala and Revlon, M · A · C, DUO, (I do not have a link for these) click on the names to see reviews. If you have a chance to buy online look for the SIGMA, the Coastal Scents, but here in the country, they sell many that are excellent quality, at an excellent price and you do not have to get into so much fun, at Christmas time, in stores like Sam's Club , Costco, Walmart, sell beautiful sets at less than $ 600 and with a very good amount of brushes. Check here how to clean them.

    8. Flushing This makeup has an immense range of tones, with these happens as with the lipsticks, you need to have a good collection, even if you are not passionate, it is necessary that you have at least a couple of these in the briefcase to use, either daily or for a night event. I recommend the Jordana range which is one of the best flushes I have tried in the range of the economic, they are a beauty. Click here to see how the blush is applied.

    9. You need a good collection of shadows, it is always important that you have a good arsenal of shadows, all brands handle small palettes with various shades, to facilitate the application in a look, they are essential for any case that claims to be complete, it is much better that you do the tones you like, never buy palettes with a greater number of shades that you know you will NEVER use. There are in powder and cream textures, you have to see which ones are best suited to your style. The best ones are the M · A · C, but they are also very expensive, and there are excellent options that do not leave you without eating two days, like the L.A. COLORS, the Kleancolor, the NYX, «« click, the L'oreal, the ELF are comparable to any high-end, in short, you have about ten million options, you choose. Check the makeup according to the shape of your eyes.

    10. Eyeliner. There are several types, gel, pencil, liquid, the one you prefer, the liquid is more difficult to apply and you need more practice to get the best results. The khol has the advantage that it does not run so easily and also has an intense color, but also here, the fact that you have to find out which one you are most comfortable with applies. You must have several tones in the briefcase because not only black is the best for all of them, click here to see the tones you should have in your kit depending on your eye color. Also check out How to delineate your eyes, the marks that I use, and some tips about the eyeliner.

    11. Mascara. These also have a wide variety, you can choose it according to the shape of your tabs «« click, you can base yourself on the shape of the brush and see what tones you could use «« click, here you can see what I like. All makeup brands handle masks of various types, such as Avon, Fuller, Mary Kay, Oriflame, Yves Rocher, Apple, Bissu, L'oreal, Maybelline, CoverGirl, Revlon. Check how to apply mascara.

    12. Lipstick and / or gloss. This is, at least for me, the most basic of basic, never from the ever I leave without one :-D, there are all the prices, brands, colors, tastes, smells, anyway. There are some to moisturize and now they even have SPF so that you do not get hurt by the sun, awesome! There are also those that swell your lips leaving you like Angelina Jolie,: -O and the truth is that ALL brands, whether expensive or cheap, they have an impressively wide range of these, and the best, very nice tones, there are even bases so that you do not crack your lips after using the indelible ones, here are the ones that I like the most, but I already have other brands as the COLORS, NYX, Jordana, to name a few. Do not forget to have one transparent only to moisturize, Labello or Eucerin are the best, but you can choose the one you like the most. To know how to avoid having your lip run, check here.

    13. Lip liner. Not everyone likes them but they are excellent especially when you want to avoid the lipstick or gloss to run off, as the texture of the pencil is thicker, it serves as a barrier so that the pencil does not go beyond its edges, besides It helps you to give your lips a better shape, I think they are also basic, although these can be optional. There are very complete ranges as with the lipsticks and the same marks that I mentioned above, they handle these. Click here to see some of the ones I like the most.

    14. If you want an impeccable and professional makeup, you should have a set of brushes, the most basic for incredible makeup, there are some teachers applying shadows and powders with sponge applicators, but the brushes are a plus that you give your bag and your makeup, it's like a chic touch for the whole, I repeat, there are many WONDERFUL brands that you find in the country and especially in the supermarket, that is, in places that you frequent without a doubt, like Wal -Mart, Comercial Mexicana, Sanborns, Soriana, Superama, etc. Check point 6 so you can see the brushes you can buy and click here to see how many you should have and not necessarily have to be M · A · C, you can guide yourself only by the shape of your brushes to get the yours.

    15. A couple of shadows to make up your eyebrows. It is good to make eyebrows to give a more uniform touch, there are always spaces between the hairs that disharmonize your look, so it is good to have makeup for eyebrows, there are in pencil, shadow and gel, but I think the dust or the gel always look better than the pencil, it hardens the factions much more and it is much more noticeable, so it is elementary that you choose a shadow, and that it is the tone most similar to that of your hair, so you will feel even and totally natural Some brands handle shadows especially for the eyebrow, such as ELF or ARDELL, but if you think it is too much, you can easily find an MATE eye shadow for this purpose, it works just as well. Check the types of eyebrow makeup that exist.

    16. A curler of eyelashes or spoon, with what you settle. I do not like spoons, I do not know how to use them and I tear my eyelashes, I prefer curlers, since I was in Secu I curled them with curling iron and I have NEVER had any fights, nor have I lost hundreds of eyelashes because of it. You decide what convinces you most and what you adapt to best. Now you can find them in places like Sanborns or Sally Beauty Supply, decorated spoons for you to use only for your eyebrows and not to put sugar in coffee :-P, there are cute designs and they are not expensive. Check out some recipes for eyelash growth.

    17. Hair removal tweezers. These should be in your briefcase if you are one of those who shaves their eyebrows, they can not miss because you have to remove the hair when it starts to come out, since it looks totally unsightly and the tweezers take you out of any hurry. Check how to pluck your eyebrows according to the shape of your face.

    18. A pencil sharpener. It is always necessary to have a very good pencil sharpener in your briefcase, preferably having double entry, for normal pencils and for Jumbo pencils, at some point you will have one and it is a must to get rid of them because you cannot do it. These are sold everywhere, both supermarkets, as tianguis, or stores specializing in beauty products such as Probell, Casa Barba or Sally Beauty Supply. I recommend especially those of ELF, who leave a finite point and do not break the mine NEVER.

    19. Swabs (Q-tips) or cotton balls. Because of the makeup running, put a little makeup remover on cotton stick and clean without ruining everything.

    20. Kleenex. They are essential to clean any damage that you find there, both on your face and in your briefcase or on the surface where you apply your makeup.

    21. A mirror where you see your full face. There are two views, one normal and the other with several increases, with light, anyway. Depending on the material that is made is what it costs you. In Wal-Mart they have some super good and super cheap, do not exceed $ 200 pesos, if you want them with light, prices range from $ 400 pesos to more than $ 1,000 pesos, in Sally or Probell they sell some very nice and practical . Check out some tips on the right light to make up.

    22. I hope this guide will be useful, in the end, when you become expert, you will add or remove articles, but I think that to begin with, this list is very decent.
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    Makeup has become one of the greatest allies of beauty for most of us, since it helps us to correct those small imperfections that appear on our face due to factors such as the passage of time or stress.

    Thanks to the great advance of the cosmetics industry, we not only find ourselves with better and better products but also with a multitude of low-cost alternatives to those high-end products that not all of us can afford.

    But, despite so many improvements, not using the products correctly and adopting bad habits has only increased skin problems.
    It is very important to be aware of what should and should not be done with each product so as not to take risks in the health of our skin. So I'll show you next, the five bad uses we make of makeup:

    1. SHARE THE COSMETICS

    Although it is normal to share things between friends and family, such as clothing or accessories, sharing makeup products such as lipsticks or using the same brush, increases the risk that you also share viral infections such as conjunctivitis or some of the bacteria that They produce acne on the skin.

    2. ABUSE OF THE LAST EYELASHES

    Using false eyelashes help us look more intense and expressive. That is why some women choose to use them quite frequently in their day to day.

    The problem is that these types of products stick to the skin through a glue. And it is precisely this product that can be dangerous to health, since some of them contain formaldehyde, a component that can irritate our eyes if it is abused. And not only that, but it can make our natural eyelashes become more fragile and break.

    Despite this, we do not have to do without this product if we take the necessary precautions:

    ·         Do not abuse its use
    ·         Never go to sleep with them on
    ·         Use a good quality glue.
    ·         No use any type of glue, much less if you use them very often.

    3. SLEEP WITHOUT MAKE-UP

    Sleeping without having previously removed make-up is something that, perhaps, we have all done on occasion. And is that sometimes we get so tired home after a day of work or after a night of partying, it costs us our own life to remove makeup. And in the best of cases we end up using wipes that do not always make up to remove it completely.

    But sleeping with the remains of makeup causes the pores of our skin to become clogged, becoming more prone to developing some type of acne. This bad habit means that our skin does not get sufficient oxygenation to repair properly during the night. The eye area is the area of ​​our face that suffers the most from this.

    What I recommend is that, as long as you do make-up with wipes, then wash your face to finish removing all the makeup. Even if you do not apply any cream afterwards, at least you will spend the night with clean skin and free of waste.

    4. USE EXPIRED MAKEUP

    As with food products, makeup has its expiration date, that period that goes from the moment it opens until the deadline in which they assure us that their compounds are in perfect condition.

    Normally, they do not appear with a specific expiration date (unless they are natural products with hardly any preservatives, as is the case of LUSH), but they are represented by symbols such as' 6M '(6 months from its opening),' 12M '(12 months or 1 year),' 24M '(24 months or 2 years) ...

    Once the indicated date has passed, it is recommended not to apply them, as it is likely that the composition of the product has changed, becoming an unsafe cosmetic to apply to our skin.

    That is a very controversial topic, because my personal experience tells me that, except in natural products, it is not necessary to be so strict. I have had cosmetics that, after that recommended date, were in perfect condition and I was able to use them without any problem. However there are others that have spoiled me quite quickly. My recommendation is that you always ensure that this product is in perfect condition, noting that its texture, consistency, color and smell have not changed. But the best thing is that you do not risk and respect the expiration date of the products, as it could cause an infection or irritation produced by bacteria that could eventually proliferate. Better safe than sorry.

    5. DELINEATE ON THE WATER LINE

    When we use the eyeliners on the water line or 'waterline', we can be introducing bacteria inside our eyes and develop infections or some obstruction in the sebaceous glands, since it is estimated that 30% of the particles of the Eyeliners that we apply in that area, enter the protective layer of our eye.

    But, I believe that the cosmetic industry has advanced so much that most of the products that we find in the market have gone through quality controls that guarantee that we do not suffer this type of problems, since the specific delineators for this delicate area are usually composed of non-aggressive ingredients and respectful with our eyes. But yes, be very careful with using products of unknown origin or brand, especially if you have sensitive eyes. We do not know if quality controls have passed.


    So now you know. Take the necessary precautions and do not put your health at risk, which is far above beauty.
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