CANDY WASHINGTON

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Shake Up Your Makeup! Rethinking a Whole New Approach to Your Look

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Hi lovelies,

If you are looking to improve your style, you've got to look at the cosmetic part as much as you would your fashion choices. How you style yourself with your makeup is an integral component of your look. So what can you do to change your approach to makeup so it rejuvenates you? 

Go for the Right Staples

If you have too many products, it's time to make things simpler. We can all be taken aback by just how many supposedly essential “staples” we have. When we buy a new eyeshadow or lipstick, they can all add up to a mound of products that we use once and never go back to. Instead, you've got to simplify and select a handful of great staples. These would include:

  • High-quality eyeshadow with neutral and bolder shades. 

  • Natural foundation and skincare products. Many people are now making the switch from big-name brands to clean makeup because they contain more natural ingredients. 

  • Ensuring you only have two to three items of each makeup category in your staples kit. 

Get Away From What You Know

This is going to be a big challenge, but this could be one of the best ways to revitalize your look. It's always a good idea to swap out something or introduce a new piece to your makeup every now and again. It doesn't have to be anything major, something as little as filling in your eyebrows in a different shade can make a big impact. You can also try experimenting with different highlight shades, or adding lipliner for a more streamlined look. Additionally, you could go for a smokey eyeshadow. 

Make Changes to Your Skincare

Something that can make a big difference is our skincare routines. If you have oily skin or dry skin you could be prone to breakouts, which can have a big impact on how makeup actually applies your skin. Adding something as simple as a serum before you go to sleep can make your face look smoother, resulting in a brighter and flawless complexion. It's always a good idea to identify your skin type. If you have no idea what your skin type is, there are plenty of resources out there to help you. It's also worth giving your skin a break. You can spend a weekend indoors and let your skin breathe and use face masks every now and again. 

Fixing Up Your Lips

If you live a very busy life, you might find it difficult to think about what you can do to shake up your makeup routine. One of the best ways to revamp your look is to change your lipstick, for example, changing from nude to a bold gloss. Playing around with your lipstick can make a big difference to your overall look. 

We all could do with a change from time to time. When we are trying to shake up our makeup routines, it can give us a boost of confidence and can send us down the path to a whole new version of ourselves! Sometimes a change does us good. So think about getting out of your comfort zone.