Super-Easy Makeup Hacks That Actually Work

You won't need very much!

Sweep your mascara towards your nose, not upwards.

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This will make your eyes seem bigger and fuller.

Go for a full but natural eyelash look.

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Obtain thick lashes by stacking thin lashes on top of one another. This looks more natural and cleaner.

Let your foundation "cook".

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If you have some extra time, leave your foundation on your face a while before blending. Your body temperature warms and thins the formula to make it more blendable.

Plump up your lashes.

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This works just as well as expensive lash plumping mascaras: dust translucent powder between coats of mascara to make your lashes thicker and longer.

Curl your eyelashes faster.

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Use a hairdryer to heat your eyelash curler. Let it cool, and then use it. This helps the curl to stay on longer.

Baby wipes can often replace makeup wipes.

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They work the same and baby wipes are usually kinder on the skin.

If you don't have powder, use tissues.

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After applying foundation, peel your tissue into thin layers. These can act as a powder as their fibres keep the makeup in place and get rid of shine. This is a natural alternative for people who don't like to use powder.

Orange/red lipstick brightens dull areas.

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You can use this colour for dark under-eye circles, dark areas or even facial hair underneath your foundation.

Exfoliate your lips.

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Vaseline and sugar are great for exfoliating your lips, smoothening the skin and preventing chapped or dry lips.

Blend your eyeshadow with lip balm.

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Apply some lip balm over your eyeshadow to make it easier to blend.

Splash your face with cold water in the morning.

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The colder, the better. This splash of water recirculates the blood and hydrates your face which gets rid of any puffiness.

Stop concealer creasing.

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Look up when applying concealer as this will smooth out the lines of your under-eye. Remember to powder immediately to minimise the concealer setting inside the creases of your eye.

Create a velvety lipstick finish.

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Add some blush onto your lipstick to give it a soft, supple look.