1Use Vaseline for a smudge-free manicure.
Patipan Khaoaunla / EyeEm//Getty Images To keep your at-home manicure on your nails (and not the skin surrounding your nails), apply a little Vaseline around the boundary where your nails end and your skin begins. Wait for your manicure to dry, then wash your hands — any polish that's landed on top of the Vaseline will wash right off.
2Apply dry shampoo before bed.
Sergio Monti / EyeEm//Getty Images Dry shampoo is a last-minute life-saver when you have to be somewhere, but you don't have time to wash your hair. But you may actually get more out of your bottle of dry shampoo if you apply it before going to bed. "I like using it before bed," says Good Housekeeping's Beauty Director, April Franzino. "Hair will absorb it as you sleep and you'll look refreshed in the morning."
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3Tap — don't rub — perfume on your wrists.
Seb Oliver//Getty Images This simple tip will make your perfume last much longer: Don’t rub wrists together to apply perfume (it makes it wear off faster). Instead, press together.
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4Go easy on the concealer for a natural look.
Designed by Dana Tepper Contrary to popular belief, loading up your under eyes with concealer won't erase those dark circles — in fact, using a ton of cover up looks really unnatural and can make you look older. Instead, use a thin layer of a sheer concealer that evens out your skin tone without covering up your complexion completely.
5Flick your liner downward for a rounder eye.
Designed by Dana Tepper A cat eye will always be cool, but this "puppy eye liner" Korean makeup trend has got us hooked. Rather than flicking your eyeliner up at the end, drag it downwards towards your cheekbone for a rounder, wider-looking eye.
6Use this map for your makeup.
Designed by Dana Tepper//Getty Images Knowing what each part of your eye is called is half the battle when it comes to following along with beauty tutorials. Be sure to add this handy guide to your Pinterest beauty board so you can master your makeup.
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7Set your lipstick with powder through a tissue.
Tired of your lipstick smearing, smudging, or fading throughout the day? Set it with translucent powder — but don't put it directly on your lips. Instead, blot through a tissue so just the right amount of powder accesses your pout. And follow the rest of this easy lipstick how-to so your color will stay gorgeous as long as possible.
8Use multiple face masks to maximize your results.
Designed by Katja Cho Skincare is not one-size-fits-all, so customizing your routine can help get you the best results for your complexion. "Multi-masking is when multiple facial masks are used or layered simultaneously on the skin to combat different skin concerns at one time," explains New York City aesthetician Cecilia Wong. If you have an oily T-zone but dry cheeks, for example, you can use a hydrating mask on the sides of your face and a charcoal one on your forehead, nose, and chin. It's just like you're at a spa!
9Stamp your lashes to make them look fuller.
A quick way to add depth to your eyes without using eyeliner: mascara stamping. Gently pressing your mascara against the underside of your lashes gives them a fuller, darker look — almost like eyeliner, but more natural.
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10Choose a blush formula based on your needs.
Understanding which type of blush you need can help you get the perfect results for your face. Powder formulas work great on folks with larger pores, while creams offer a dewy finish and last longer. Gels are great for a nice healthy glow but don't typically have high staying power, whereas stains are perfect for those who tend to sweat a lot. Here's our guide on the four main types!
11Pick a blush hue that flatters your skin tone.
Kathryn Wirsing/Designed by Dana Tepper 12Pick an under eye concealer for your needs.
Got dark circles? Puffiness? Fine lines? Everyone's under eye issues are different, so be sure to take your skin concerns into consideration and pick the best concealer for the job.
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13Use face gloss for a natural-looking highlight.
Kathryn Wirsing/Designed by Dana Tepper Tired of your typical highlighter? Give face gloss a go. Rather than contouring your face, all you need to do is dab a little light-reflecting gloss along the tops of your cheekbones, on your brow bones, and in the center of your lips.
14Get effortlessly groomed brows in no time.
Designed by Dana Tepper If you're so over filling in your brows with heavy pencils, powders, and gels, you might want to try brow pomade instead. It only takes 10 seconds to apply, and it fills, fluffs, and shapes — all while looking totally natural.
15Apply blush according to your face shape.
Kathryn Wirsing/Designed by Dana Tepper When applying blush, using your bone structure as your guide will give you the most flattering look. For example, oval face shapes should start the application on the cheekbones, sweeping lightly up the temples. Follow our guide on figuring out the proper blush technique for your face shape to make the most of your rouge.
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16Make blush the ultimate multi-tasker.
Kathryn Wirsing/Designed by Dana Tepper Streamline your makeup look by using a sheer watermelon blush (or whichever color is your perfect shade) on your eyes, lips, and cheeks. Here's how to do it without looking like a clown.
17Use powder to enhance your lashes.
Designed by Dana Tepper Want extension-like lashes? Between layers of mascara, try fluffing on a little translucent powder to add thickness and length. Use our quick and simple guide to master this sweet technique without looking dusty.
18Contour a round face in three easy steps.
Kathryn Wirsing/Designed by Dana Tepper Got a round face and feel like sculpting your cheekbones and jawline? Try this cheek contouring technique that's as easy as 1-2-3! Follow along with our simple contouring tutorial here.
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19Fix a broken nail with a teabag.
We've all had it happen: Just when you've finally grown out your nails so they're healthy, strong, and all the same length, you get a snag. But don't reach for the scissors right away — a teabag plus a little nail glue is the perfect fix. Wait a few minutes and you'll be ready for some nail art once more.
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20Use a diffuser for more defined curls.
Ben Ritter Taking your blowdryer at face value is a big mistake if you're a curly girl. If you're sick of frizz and heat damage, it's time to try a diffuser, which is "a blowdryer attachment that minimizes a lot of the frizz that comes when curly hair is naturally air dried," explains hairstylist Britt White.
Twirling your hair, then plopping it into the diffuser attachment, and blowdrying it on low can make all the difference.
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Sam's enthusiasm for makeup is only rivaled by their love of all things relating to cats. In their spare time, they enjoy watching scary movies, putting avocado on everything, and seeing how many shades of the rainbow they can dye their hair before 30.
As an Editorial Fellow for Good Housekeeping, Katie covers health, beauty, home, and pop culture. Outside of the office, you can find her killing it on the karaoke machine or listening to true crime podcasts.
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