Makeup

Makeup can be a messy issue if it isn't used correctly. These no-nonsense tips should help you avoid problems with your makeup:
  • In the winter, use oil-base makeup to protect your skin against dry, cold air. In the summer, switch to a water-base foundation to help moisturize your skin.

  • When your mascara begins to dry out, run hot water over the tube for a minute to soften the remaining mascara inside.

    When a tube of mascara has dried out, run hot water over it to soften the mascara inside.

    Run hot water over a tube of dried mascara to soften it.

  • After applying mascara, dip a cotton swab in a little baby powder and sweep it over your lashes. Then apply a second coat of mascara. Lashes will appear longer and fuller.
  • Dry milk can be used as a makeup remover. Mix 1 teaspoon milk powder with warm water and apply to your face using a cotton ball. Rinse clean.
Perfumes and colognes -- the topic of our next section -- are a key part of skin care. After all, they're what make you smell good.

Quick Pick-Me-Ups for Your Eyes
 Your face won't look good if your eyes don't. Here's how to make your eyes sparkle:
  • Cover puffy eyes with cotton pads soaked in milk, and relax for 10 minutes. Or dip 2 tea bags in boiling water for 2 minutes, then let the tea bags cool slightly. Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil until it's warm, not hot. Using an absorbent pad, carefully dab the oil around your eyes and on your eyelids. Lie down, and cover each eye with a still-warm tea bag for 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags, and gently wipe off the oil with tissue.

  • Keep an emergency eye-relief kit in the freezer. Dip cotton swabs into cool water and store them in a resealable plastic bag in the freezer. To relieve tired eyes and reduce puffiness, roll the swab under your eyes.

  • Refresh tired eyes by laying cotton pads moistened with witch hazel over closed eyelids for a few minutes.

  • To reduce swelling caused by overexposure to the sun, place thin, freshly cut slices of cucumber over closed eyelids for a few minutes.