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10 More Drug Store Beauty Buys That Can’t Be Beat. Last year, I made a confession to all of you: I used to sell overpriced makeup for a high-end cosmetics company that shall remain nameless, and I made amends by revealing some of my favorite drug store beauty buys.

10 More Drug Store Beauty Buys That Can’t Be Beat

Still, some of you figured out who I used to work for, even though the only hint I revealed was that it was the 90′s and I used to wear all black and way too much makeup. You guys are good. Too good. Well, I’m back with 10 more of my favorite drug store beauty buys. Some are oldies but goodies, and some are recommendations that came from your comments on last year’s post (thanks, BTW!). NAILED IT! Photos + post design by Kristin Ess While you’re all probably busy decking the halls right now, perhaps you’ll be able to take a break to get fancy, festive + fun with this manicure tutorial from Lady Conrad!

NAILED IT!

She wanted to string some lights across her nails and so she did… Literally! Best Places to Get Free Beauty Product Samples Online. Gather 'round, ladies: We're talking about free stuff.

Best Places to Get Free Beauty Product Samples Online

Want to try amazing new beauty products, but don't want to shell out major ducats? (No brainer, right?) We've rounded up the best places to score free beauty products online, including skincare, makeup and fragrance samples. DIY Tooth Whitener. Are you a soda/coffee/tea drinker who’s looking for a quick and easy way to brighten up those used-to-be pearly whites?

DIY Tooth Whitener

Look no further—we have a do-it-yourself recipe that can help! The magical ingredient in this DIY beauty blend is strawberry. Strawberries contain malic acid, which helps remove tooth discoloration. Secrets learned at makeup artist school. You could say that I have a love/hate relationship with makeup.

Secrets learned at makeup artist school

Some days I enjoy playing with all the different colors and get excited when my smoky eye turns out perfectly. Nail Art Alert: How to Get a Real Feather Manicure at Home (So Pretty!): Girls in the Beauty Department. I bought these feathers a few weeks ago and I knew they'd make a gorgeous mani.

Nail Art Alert: How to Get a Real Feather Manicure at Home (So Pretty!): Girls in the Beauty Department

Here's how to recreate the look. It'll cost you waaaay less than what you'd pay in the salon! Noelle Speaks: Grow Healthy Hair Naturally - Proven and Tested. 22 Beautiful Uses For Vaseline. Natural looking beach curls in under 20 minutes!

I don’t know about you ladies, but I’m itching for the summer.

Natural looking beach curls in under 20 minutes!

It doesn’t help that department stores are already putting out their summer wear and swimsuits. Have you ever wanted to get that beautiful “natural” beach curl look to your hair? I want to share with you a technique that works for ALL types of hair, whether it be short, long, thick, thin, frizzy, or flat… and no curling iron involved! 1. Dampen your hair with a spray bottle or let it semi air dry after washing it. Bow to the Brow: Brow Grooming. If you know anyone in your life who does makeup, one thing they will always attest to is the importance of good brows.

Bow to the Brow: Brow Grooming

I can't say enough about how much brows can completely make or break your face, and no one wants a broken face! I, myself, have problem brows. I used to fight and fight with my brows, trying to make them have more of an arch, until one day I realized my brows look terrible with a fake, forced arch. It seems pretty obvious, but a lot of women tend to think that the more arched and the higher their brows are, the better they will look. (we've all seen those brows that look surprised all the time. Tutorial - Black Smokey Eye. Silver/gray smokey eyes video tutorial!

Tutorial - Black Smokey Eye

For a soft, gray smoky eye, check out this tutorial instead. The following tutorial is for a very dramatic smokey eye that is basically black. It is considered sultry, sexy, and some might refer to it as the “Victoria Secret Model” look. You will need the following products: a matte black base (Blacktrack fluidline), a matte black powder eyeshadow (Carbon eyeshadow), a matte highlight that’s similar to your skintone (Performance eyeshadow), another matte highlight that’s similar to your skintone, but darker than the one before (Malt eyeshadow), a black eye kohl (Graphblack technakohl, Blacktrack fluidline) and [optionally] a shimmery silver or black eyeshadow if you want a shimmery look (Silver Ring eyeshadow). Using a firm, flat brush, pick up just a dab of Blacktrack fluidline. Begin applying Blacktrack fluidline as your base on the inner portion of your lid. The kitchen spa.

Help your skin survive unpredictable weather with these two essential steps: exfoliation and moisturization.

The kitchen spa

Skin-cell buildup leads to dryness, poor circulation and blemishes. Exfoliation eliminates these dead cells, revealing fresh skin that is better able to absorb moisture. And guys, take note: While men’s skin tends to be oilier than women’s, men may be more prone to epidermal dehydration. Frugal Beauty: 11 Household Items You Can Use As Beauty Products. (photo: stuartpilbrow) A $25 face mask may be cheap enough to make it onto a magazine’s “bargain” beauty buys list, but there are less expensive and more effective head-to-toe pampering products to be had in your fridge and pantry. Even professional aestheticians and stylists turn to household staples like lemons, baking soda or yogurt when it’s time to clear skin of acne, soften rough patches or keep teeth sparkling.

“What better way to achieve a natural glow, then from natural products?” Asks Lily Morgan, the founder of Lily Organics Fresh Skin Care. Post your own tips below, and try these beauty uses for common household goods: Avocado * Scott-Vincent Borba, the author of “Skintervention: The Personalized Solution for Healthier, Younger and Flawless Looking Skin,” suggests mashing an avocado with the oil from one vitamin E soft gel, a dash of cayenne pepper and a tablespoon of honey. . * Gently rub the inside of an avocado peel on your face, says Morgan. Home Facials - Get Natural Skincare Ideas at WomansDay. Facials are a great way to keep your skin glowing, but they can be pricey.

We asked Louisa Macan-Graves, author of Hollywood Beauty Secrets: Remedies to the Rescue, and Elda Argenti, owner of the Plantogen skincare line, for their favorite make-at-home face masks crafted from common household ingredients. For All Skin Types Brighten: Cut a slice of ripe papaya and remove the seeds and pulp (save the pulp for a snack later—it’s great for digestion). Rub the inside of the papaya peel on your cleansed face, focusing on lines around the mouth and eyes, crow’s feet, thinning temples, neck and hands. Let it dry for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse with tepid water. Exfoliate: Combine 1 tsp honey and 1 tsp olive oil. Cleanse: “Believe it or not, I love to cleanse with oil,” says Argenti. Clara’s D.I.Y. Project – Ombre Nails. Hey hombre, nice ombre! Can we just celebrate the fact that it’s summer & that I actually have time to paint my nails! So, have you ever wanted to ombre your nails? Well, it’s super quick and easy! DIY Hair Accessories. Best For Beauty Beauty Tips, Guides and Products DIY Hair Accessories 23 Feb posted by admin.

PRETTY POLISH IDEA. Photos + post by Kristin Ess First of all, sorry for the lack of posts this week. How-To: The Cascade/Waterfall Braid. The waterfall braid also known as the cascade braid recently exploded as the new "trend braid" of the season. The waterfall effect looks cool and complex, but it's easier to style than you think. Tutorials. I don't create tutorials for every manicure I do, but if I have, this is where you'll find them! Explore the manicures and tutorials attached with them by clicking on the images below! Tape trick for perfect winged eyeliner. Inexpensive Way to Whiten your Teeth at Home. Post from: beautytips4her.com. Tips & Tricks - Beauty Secrets.

6 super-weird beauty tricks that work wonders - The Beauty Gypsy. Homemade Hair Treatments - At Home DIY Hair Treatments. Eggs, yogurt and honey are, at first glance, all components of a tasty breakfast—but they also happen to be hair treatment ingredients, and affordable, all-natural ones at that.

And they're not the only ones. Did you know, for instance, that the oils in avocados more closely resemble our own skin's oils than any product in the beauty aisle does? 5 Skin Care Mistakes You Do Not Want to Make. Posted on 11th Oct 2011 @ 11:38 PM Skin Care regimens can quickly get complicated and confusing when using multiple products. 15 Chic and Creative Ways to Tie a Scarf.

12 Amazing DIY Nail Art Designs Using Scotch Tape. 17 Ways To Never Have A Bad Hair Day Again. Planet of Women- Health, Fashion & Beauty. Eye makeup is very important. Eyes represent the entire character of anybody. Because eyes are the most substantial segment of our face. DIY Citrus Salt Scrub. It’s that time of year. Solid Shea Butter Sugar Scrub Cube Recipe. How to Exfoliate Your Skin With Olive Oil and Sugar: 7 steps. 11 Easy DIY Beauty Recipes for Summer.

5 Totally Wearable Eye Makeup Tutorials. Dorm Room Spa: 3 Easy DIY Beauty Recipes to Try. 10 Ways to Wake Up Gorgeous. How to Make Your Own Beauty Products from Scratch - Lifestyle. The Fab and The Flawless. How To Create A Simple Brown Smoky Eye Makeup Tutorial.

Wax On, Wax Off - Homemade Hair Removal part 1. 10 Ways to Wake Up Gorgeous. Ginger and Coconut Oil Sugar Body Scrub. Home Made Pore strips - without gelatin or eggs. 6 secrets I learned at makeup artist school. Home Remedies for Hair Loss. Bottle it up. Out of the ordinary Beauty Tips that work. How To Use A Sock To Get Beautiful Curly Hair Without Heat. How to Wash Your Face - Skin Care. Homemade Lip Balm - How to Make Lip Balm with Beeswax, Honey and Cocoa Butter. Hairbrainedbeauty.tumblr / Pinterest.