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50 Of The Most Common Areas Homeowners Don’t Clean At Home That They Need To Inspect
As a homeowner, it might be daunting to think you have to manage so much at once. Well, that’s cause it can be overwhelming having to manage an entire property when there is so many little details to focus on that we never learned in school! Just imagine having to take care of all the upholstery, mechanical appliances, housework, water/heat pressure, bedrooms, bathrooms, and the list goes on and on.
Luckily, we’ve got your back on how to handle any and all obstacles when it comes to keeping your lifestyle and home tidy and clean. Many things get overlooked with how busy our lives are that we tend to skimp out on our necessary cleaning duties. Not only will you appreciate your home more, but you’ll be grateful that you’ll now live in less clutter with healthier air to breathe! The following 50 housewares are just some of the examples we’ve found are often overlooked to get you started.
Someone call Tim Allen because it’s time for our version of Home Improvement!
1) Cleaning Inside Dryer Vent
A statistic states that more than 15,000 fires are caused every year due to built-up lint inside dryer cabinets. The lint can escape through small holes around the edges of the dryer drum and result in clogging airflow where a flame can be ignited by the electric heating elements. Make a habit of cleaning it from time to time to avoid this calamity.
2) Cleaning Faucet Aerators
These are easy to dismiss if you’re not careful. Cleaning these will help unclog your sink and bath faucet in order to reduce built-up material. Follow these instructions to make sure to get the best clean possible.
3) Cleaning The Oven Door
Messy dried up oil and scaps of old food and liquids can stain your oven for a very long time. It’s imperative that you routinely clean your oven door to not cause unwanted smoke or even odor issues. These simple steps will show you how to do it.
4) Cleaning The Bath Fan
Moisture and humidity mix to create a terrible combination for your bathroom fan. Fortunatley, the fan is easy to clean and can help you breathe a little easier around the house. Step one is to release the springs to release them from their positions in order to do a deep clean. For more information, follow this link.
5) Cleaning The Trash Can
Everyone hates having to clean one of the dirtiest objects in the house, but its a must. When you take out the trash, be sure to spray the inside of the bin with disinfectant. Every month or so, wash it with bleach and pour hot water to make sure you get all of the bad stuff out.
6) Mattress Cleaning
Sure your mattress gets covered with layers of sheets, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t get dirty. Make sure to routinely vacuum your bed mattress to clear it from dirty spots or hairs that may be stuck to it. Also, you can try airing your mattress out to get a nice smell that will help soothe you in your sleep.
7) Wiping Walls
Cleaning walls is important for making sure the place looks nice and neat. Try using a Swiffer Sweeper floor mop as a tool to make our wall-wiping experience much easier. Everything from cobwebs to dust will be eliminated using this method.
8) Fridge Control
These six easy-to-follow steps will guarantee you a better working fridge. This will no doubt help keep food from spoiling quicker, save you money on spare parts, and also save time on what it could take if you hire someone else. Be sure to thank us later!
9) Cleaning The Deck
Using a pressure cleaner and some good water-resistant footwear will go a long way on this one. The deck takes a beating throughout the year since it is exposed to various outdoor elements. Nevermind that it can take some time, but we will at least promise you a better looking deck by the end of it.
10) Washing The Dishwasher
It’s easy to think that after using a dishwasher it remains clean. You would be gravely mistaken. Little food bits find their way inside the small holes and can lead to bad odor and your dishes not getting the cleaning they need. Here’s a helpful guide on how to get your dishwasher looking clean again.
11) Cleaning Garbage Disposal Splash Guard
If your kitchen sink has been smelling awful, then odds are its your sink splash guard. This little nugget is what separates your food from the actual garbage disposal and is usually filled with unwanted food. The most important part of cleaning the splash guard is to clean right under it.
12) Cleaning The Chimney
To begin, you’ll need a shop vac and standard chimney cleaning tools. Cleaning your chimney will help prevent things like harmful creosote fires. It will also help keep your home from smelling terrible after lighting the fire pit. Follow these instructions before you do your own cleaning.
13) Washing Vinyl Siding
Like the deck, vinyl sidings tend to get hit hard from various effects of nature like wind, hail, water, and even air particles. Using a hose or pressure washer works wonders when it comes to cleaning vinyl siding. Learn how to give your vinyl sidings the cleaning they deserve with this helpful tidbit.
14) Blowing OUt Soffit Vents
Make sure to get any debris or particles that may be blocking your soffit vents. This will help ensure that your house gets good attic ventilation. In addition, this will help save electricity and air conditioning costs in the summer and helps protect your roof against condensation when winter arrives.
15) Cleaning Weep Holes
This is one is a bit of a drag mainly because they are annoying to reach. These tiny weep holes are considered the tiniest feature of many sliding doors and windows, though they serve a big purpose. Spray the outside of the window/door with a garden hose to verify if a steady stream of water flows from these holes. If not, grab a wire hanger or something like compressed air to unblock the clogging.
16) Cleaning Doorknobs
One of the most germ-filled surfaces in our household, the doorknob should be clean frequently for many reasons. Using anti-bacterial wipes or disinfectant spray will help kill off any germs or bacteria lingering on their surfaces. Be careful applying these cleaning products to wood doors because it does affect their finished look.
17) Cleaning HVAC Condensate Line
The first sign of a clogged condensate drain tube is when you see water around the furnace with the A/C running. Condensation from the air conditioning coils has bacteria that can form slime and clog the condensate pan drain tube. Follow these two easy steps to prevent the tube from draining again.
18) Check On Your Heater
Basic maintenance once a year goes a long way in extending the longevity of your water heater. By learning how to monitor it, you can see exactly when it starts to have trouble and act up. Get informed on how to clean sediment from the water heater using this link.
19) Cleaning Outdoor Lights
Anything that stays outdoors is bound to encounter some dirtiness. Check for any pests, nests, or disturbing features your lights can have since their shine attracts many bugs and insects at night. Also, the heat that is being given off off also attracts mice and other rodents who might be up to no good.
20) Cleaning Closet
I don’t know about you, but I’d hate to think I spent all that time doing laundry only to come back to a dirty closet. Make it a point every season to dust out and clean your wardrobe from time to time. There’s no harm done, and you can surely use less pile up of clothes sitting in a corner because your closet is too dirty to store them.
21) Removing Garage Grim
It’s probably been quite some time before you’ve cleaned your garage floor. We don’t blame since it’s an easy one to overlook. If you need help removing oil, paint, and concrete stains, then look to this link for more assistance.
22) Wiping Down Light Switches
Like doorknobs, think about how many times a day you switch on and switch off lights. Almost daily, right? Be sure to wipe them down generously to kill off any lingering germs. You can use both disinfected spray or cloth.
23) Cleaning The Keyboard
Keyboards can easily collect dust, food crumbs, hair, dead skin cells, and a whole lot more. You can use q-tips or cotton swabs with a little bit of rubbing alcohol to wipe in between keys. You may also notice a better response time the next time you decide to start typing.
24) Cleaning The Coils
It’s hard to believe that cleaning the fridge also involves cleaning its coils. It takes roughly 15 minutes to clean them and can drastically help to reduce your electric bill. If you clean it for 6 months, it is guaranteed to extend your fridge life longer.
25) Washing The Washer
Like the dishwasher, just because your washing clothes doesn’t mean you’re cleaning the washer. It’s good to run an empty load once a month with hot water and bleach to clean out the tank. It will definitely make a difference the next time you decide to do a laundry load.
26) Cleaning Pillows
Every three months or so is the suggested timeframe to clean out your pillows. Dead skin cells and hair stay on the pillow sheets for quite some time unless you get them removed. Just toss them in the washer for a gentle cycle with hot water and you should be good to go. When drying, add a couple of tennis balls to help with the drying process and to keep the pillow guts from looking all clumpy.
27) Cleaning The Remote
Dirty hands constantly touch the remote every day. It’s a literal center for germs and bacteria that can compromise someone’s health if they are not too careful. Use a microfiber cloth with a bit of rubbing alcohol to take care of any dirty remote issues.
28) Cleaning The Showerhead
Every week or two your showerhead should get detailed wash. You won’t necessarily have to remove your showerhead or take it apart since cleaning it involves a rather simple process. Don’t wait any longer and get this one taken care of fast!
29) Cleaning Hairbrushes
Sure your hairbrushes help by combing your hair, but what about the brushes themselves? They still need a little bit of rinsing to get debris and hair product residue out. You can give them a water bath overnight with baking soda and have them back like new in no time.
30) Wiping Shower Curtains
This one is a funny one since most people disregard it for whatever reason. Your showerhead attracts nasty mildew form the moist environment, especially after a hot shower. Using a disinfectant wipe or a cloth to clean it will do wonders.
31) Homeowner’s Journal
Need help organizing your homeowner information? Why not try a homeowner’s journal? It can help keep information like insurance papers, repair receipts, and other house-related paperwork all in one location. It’s not really something that can be cleaned, but at least it will help you become a cleaner person in the process.
32) Cleaning Out Dryer Vent
Having a plugged dryer vent can definitely cause efficiency issues with your dryer. At worst, it can even cause a potentially deadly house fire! You’ll have to go in the back to clean it and make sure the duct is good in condition. Just make sure to avoid plastic ducting since it can be a fire hazard.
33) Cleaning Shower Shelves
Shower shelves need a good rinse every once in a while since they hold most of our shower products. A good clean wipe with a cloth every week will do wonders. It’s a great habit to build since we don’t want to get any dirtier as we’re trying to get cleaned out in the shower.
34) Sealing Power Outlets
Sealing the power outlet gaps on the walls lets the cold air in and the warm air out. Sealing them can take up to half a day and will definitely help you reduce your energy bills. Look to these steps for guidance on how to seal up your power outlet.
35) Taking Care of the Lawn
Try and avoid putting lawn products like seeds and fertilizers in the garage since they tend to soak up moisture. To keep them fresh and ready for use, make sure to store them inside plastic bags. Here is more help on how to grow a beautifully clean lawn.
36) Check Your HVAC Filters
Replacing your air filter at least 4 times a year is must, but maybe you should also check monthly as well just in case. The air inside the house will stay healthy and fresh as a bonus. Look at this walkthrough for how to accomplish this goal.
37) Inspecting The Automatic Garage Door Safety Shutoff
Always make sure to test whether the garage door can electrically be handled. Focus on the safety beams which stop the door from closing if it detects anything from the door closing.
38) Lubricating Garage Doors
As previously mentioned, we want to make sure every corner of our garage doors are cleaned and working properly. Use a correct lubricant for the process depending on if your door has metal or plastic rollers. Follow this tutorial in case you have any questions.
39) Cleaning Your Refrigerator Grille
The detachable grille is located on the top or bottom of your fridge and can easily detach to get access to the cooling coils. Over time, these coils build up dust and block airflow which can harm your fridge’s cooling system. If you need more help, follow this link for additional tips.
40) Organizing The Fridge
Christina Ciaquinto, the owner of Christina Giaquinto Organizing LLC, said, “Whether you live in an apartment by yourself or you have a family of five, somehow food always piles up in the fridge.” At the start of every month, take out all the containers and bottles that need to be thrown out
41) Inspecting Sinks And Tub Drains
The first thing is first: try removing any hairs or small things that may be plugging up the holes. Secondly, pour a cup of baking soda down the drain and then some hot water to help clear more things out. For more helpful tactics, check out this link here for the proper procedure.
42) Cleaning Filters In Range Hood
These yucky ranges are filled to the brim with sticky oil and grease residue. That’s why cleaning them is not easy and will require a sink full of hot water to get that mess to unstick. Lots of dishwashing soap, baking soda, and hot water will be needed to get this hood nice and clean.
43) Smudge-Free Appliances
Odds are you’ve disregarded your appliances for some time. Stainless steel appliances use car wax to get them to shine and sparkle like new. For other appliances, you can use your standard bleach or even liquid soap with a cloth and hot water to get any other stain off the metals or plastics.
44) Cleaning Upholstery
Baking soda has made a name for itself on this list and it’s not an understatement. It’s one of the most essential, multi-use household materials one could have. It can even help dissolve any funky smells from your couch and fabric if applied evenly and generously. 20 minutes of having the baking soda applied to upholstery will require a vacuum or hose to remove the baking soda once it starts smelling better.
45) Fresh Toilet Brush
A bit of Pine-Sol is the remedy you need to keep these fantastic brushes in pristine check. This will help deoderize the entire bathroom as well as keep your toilet disinfected. Don’t work harder, just work smarter (and cleaner, too)!
46) Under The Fridge Cleaning
That little crevice between your fridge and the floor is a black hole for hair, food, dust, and any other small, lingering particle. To make this easy on you, use a hair trap cleaner (called drain cleaning zip tool), which sells for about $5. The benefit of it is that it will not leave any scratches on the ground and can reach further than a vacuum cleaner.
47) Cleaning Your Computer Ports
For the avid computer user, using compressed air is your best friend. It cuts through small, tiny holes that otherwise would be impossible to blow through any normal means. Another item that does the trick is sticking poster putty in the port. The putty doesn’t permanently stick to the port and can remove things that can interrupt the connection.
48) Garage Door Springs
Use garage door lubricant once a year to help with the sliding mechanisms of your garage door. Eventually, all springs break because of corrosion, but lubing them once a year will help extend its shelf life. The lubricants are available in your local home improvement stores.
49) Checking High Water Pressure
With having high water pressure, you risk the harm of damaging pipes, connections, and appliances. In addition, it also creates water hammer and discards a huge amount of water as waste. Try getting yourself a presure-reducing valve with a pressure gauge in order to help monitor the water pressure. These are easily available for purchase at home centers.
50) Garage Door Balance
A properly balanced door will no doubt protect anyone who may be caught in the door’s path. To check on the balance, simply close the door and then disengage the opener by pulling the opener release handle. A balanced door will always stay in the halfway position by itself. Check the garage door multiple times before making the final call. If you need further help, we advise not doing this one by yourself and instead call a garage door professional for service.
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35+ Hilarious Relationship Things That You Should Send To Your Significant Other Right Now
Couples can make the rest of us roll our eyes.
From their gooey-eyed looks at each other, to being forced to listen to the story of how they met for the fifth time, people in love just have to show it off.
If you’re that couple, you might recognize some of these moments, even if you don’t always find them the cutest parts of being in a relationship.
Here are some of the more wholesome moments you’ve likely shared with our partners:
1. You’re each other’s cheerleaders
Being in a relationship means you have a built-in cheerleader for when you do anything remotely impressive.
2. You suck it up and accept that you’re in love, even when you’re mad
Being a little annoyed doesn’t mean you’re going to withhold your affection completely.
3. You feel a little overprotective of your partner
Sometimes friends don’t understand that you’ve already picked your person and so you overreact a little when they remind you there are plenty of other people out there in case you want to jump back into the dating pool.
4. Love can make you feel all melty
Sometimes you catch yourself looking at your partner just because.
5. Date nights start to look a lot different
Netflix and chill is a perfectly acceptable date night.
6. You love having your partner right there, all the time
Couples don’t always feel this way at the same time, but it’s ok. There are worse things in the world than trying to sleep while someone just wants to remind you how much they love you.
7. You understand that food is a necessary componenent of happiness
Ya gotta eat, even when you’re mad. A hangry partner is not a happy partner.
8. You start to look like the other person
Just take a deep breath before you launch into the matching track suits part of your relationship. Your friends are never going to let you forget it.
9. You tell everyone the story of how you met
You get two times to tell the story while the other person looks on like a lovesick puppy, then pack it in.
10. Expensive doesn’t necessarily equal romantic
It’s the thought that counts and not every date night needs to drain the bank account.
11. You get a little possessive
Love can do some weird things to our brains. As long as you keep it respectful towards your partner, admitting that you can still get jealous can make them realize just how stong your bond is.
12. You get that warm tingly feeling
That’s why they say loves makes you glow.
13. Food is love
When you know you found the one because they not only want you to have the large fries, but know it’s a good way to keep you from eating all of theirs and causing a fight.
14. You don’t always need to be made up to be beautiful to them
That doesn’t mean you should just give up, but it’s nice to get to that moment when you don’t need to hide until you’re hair or makeup is done so they only see you at your best.
15. You don’t worry about cheating
Your significant other can go out for a night with friends or appreciate someone else’s beauty and you have the confidence to know that that’s all it is.
16. You accept one of you is a bed hog
Lots of couples still disagree on who it is, but most of the time this can just be solved with an extra backup blanket and a little nudge. Pets are another story.
17. You give in and buy stuff you don’t need
Sometimes your other half just finds something they really have to have and you should just be glad it’s not a whole box of puppies.
18. You catch each other up on important pieces of pop culture
That feeling of being shocked and then overjoyed that you are going to get to introduce them to a song or movie that you love. Just don’t talk through it or demand that they love it. And if you’re the one being introduced to something new, you work up at least a little bit of enthusiasm.
19. You try to look adorable before asking for things
Just never let it get to the point where you’re shouting requests at each other.
20. You try your best on things that aren’t your strong suit
Again, it’s the thought that counts, and doing something nice for your sweetie, even if it doesn’t turn out perfectly, can turn into a great moment – as long as you both keep a sense of humor.
21. You have a favorite food
And that food plays an integral role in your relationship.
22. One of you tells cheesy jokes and the other one puts up with them
Just start making Valentine’s Day cards out of them and they’ll serve a purpose other than to make you pretend to laugh.
23. You’re ok being away from each other
Everybody needs some space. When you’re significant other is away, you can handle youself, even if you really miss them.
24. You want to kiss them every time you see them
It’s cute as long as they don’t mind that you see their face as a kiss magnet.
25. You put up with it all
When you’re around someone a lot, you’re bound to get annoying (or annoyed). Just take it in stride.
26. You find love cartoons for 6-year-olds funny
This one definitely doesn’t require being in a relationship.
27. You still get butterflies when you look at them
It’s always amazing when couple who have been together a long time still get that feeling when they see each other. Now that’s a good life goal.
28. You put up with each other’s singing
It might hurt your ears, but it warms your heart.
29. You don’t want to let them leave without a goodbye kiss
Sometimes it feels like bad luck to let them go without a kiss and an “I love you.”
30. You can picture being the same couple in 50 years
Growing old together requires a lot of patience, but if you’re really in love, you know you can make it work.
31. You don’t withold respect
You might be annoyed or mad, but that doesn’t mean you let your loved one walk in the rain.
32. You tear up when you remember how lucky you are to have found your person
Love can overwhelm you in the best ways.
33. You’re proud of how long you’ve been together
Not everyone can make it work. There’s nothing wrong with being proud if you did.
34. You work around them
If you can stay in love afer an airport delay, you’ve definitely got a good thing going.
35. You always remember birthdays
You don’t need a Facebook reminder to remember their special day. Extra points for remembering the week before so you can ask if there’s a special way they want to celebrate.
36. You’ve got wedding goals
Ok, goals and expectations are two separate things, but if your relationship has gotten this far and is healthy, you know the emotion will be there.
37. You are committed to being adorable forever
Because if you got it (a great relationship, that is), then flaunt it.
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New year, new you! Maybe one of your resolutions this year is to get more enthusiastic about applying your makeup every morning or to try a new eyeshadow shade, or maybe you are just looking for new ways to get the best bang for your buck.
We did the research for you and found a bunch of makeup hacks revealed by actual makeup artists themselves. Hopefully one of these tips will come in handy!
1.) Use the right foundation for your skin type
Use a water-based foundation if you have oily skin. Use an oil-based foundation if you have dry skin. Everyone is different.
2.) You don’t need a lip liner with your liquid matte lipstick
And if anyone tells you that you do, they are a liar. Almost all liquid lipsticks do just fine on their own.
3.) Let your eyelid primer dry before adding eyeshadow
And after the primer dries, coat them with a light, neutral color all over your lid. This will act as a base and will make it easier to blend colors together. If you want a dark color, slowly build it – first with light colors, and then darker. Don’t just go straight from light to dark.
4.) Save your mascara brush
Fun fact: most of the mascara magic actually comes from the brush. So if you found one that really works for you, save the brush when you’re done, clean it, and try using it with a cheaper bottle! It’s really not necessary to spend big bucks on this.
5.) Make your matte, full-coverage concealer look more natural with primer oil or coconut oil
Use just a drop of the oil of your choice and it will make your heavy concealer more radiant, easy to blend, and natural. It also helps with creasing!
6.) Use hairspray to tame full eyebrows
First, spray hairspray on a clean, disposable mascara wand. Then brush your brows up and into the shape you’re going for. If it makes the hair on our head stay in place, it definitely works for the hair on our face!
7.) Wet your brush before applying highlighter
It will instantly give it a little more glow.
8.) Don’t apply primer with your fingers
It can cause micro-exfoliation, which causes clumps.
9.) Use a matte bronzer to make your eyes look bigger
If you’re doing a full face of makeup but want to keep your eyes bare, put a little bit of matte bronzer in your lid crease and bottom lashline. That way, they will still be bare, but they will also appear bigger.
10.) Never use face soap with sodium laureth sulfate
Makeup artists swear that it dries out your skin.
11.) Stick to matte eyeshadows and powders if you have fine lines on and around your eyelids
Using something shimmery usually accentuates those lines.
12.) Always do your eye makeup before your foundation
That way, you will have an easier time cleaning up any fallout from your eyeshadow.
13.) Always exfoliate and prime your lips with a serum
Especially when using a liquid matte lipstick. Cracked lips will show!
14.) Use scotch tape for the perfect eyeliner wing
Angle it from your eye to your eyebrow for the crispest, cleanest eyeliner wing you’ll ever see. Boom, magic.
15.) Use eyeshadow primer on the lash line
Then sweep eyeshadow on top with a fine liner brush to create a smudge-proof eyeliner. Now if you’re out of eyeliner, you can use your shadows for the same effect!
16.) You can also use a cotton pad
If you use cotton pads to apply your face makeup, use those same pads for your eyeliner! Simply fold it in half and use the straight side to line up with your eye for the perfect sweep. No tape needed.
17.) If you accidentally get mascara around your eyes, let it dry
Wait 5 minutes or so and then swipe it away with a Q-tip. At that point, it should flake off and not smudge.
18.) Never share makeup brushes
It’s super unsanitary.
19.) Tarte’s Timeless Smoothing Primeris an absolute must
It’s soft and it doesn’t clog pores. What more could you want?
20.) Imagine a line from the outer corner of your eye to the tip of your brow. This is where your eyeshadow should stop.
A lot of times, people make the mistake of not bringing out their eyeshadow far enough. This can actually make the eyebrow look smaller.
21.) If you’re just starting out and want to learn how to contour, put the contour color on a brush or sponge first
It will be harder to blend if you draw it on directly like lines.
22.) Don’t sleep in your makeup
“Skin needs time to breathe and when you’re sleeping, your body is repairing the most. Sleeping in makeup is not only messy, but it causes breakouts, premature aging, and stained bedding. Take care of your skin, loves!”
23.) Don’t recreate the celebrities
“Those looks are made for them, their skin type, skin tone, and face shape. People always come into my shop and request to look like Kim Kardashian and I have to explain to them that it might not work on them and sometimes they even get upset when it doesn’t turn out. Yes, I can do it, but it won’t look good on you. Instead ask for something dramatic like Kim Kardashian or whatever you want but do not ask to look like them!”
24.) Invest in good skin care products
“Your makeup, no matter how much you paid for it, will not look its best when it’s added on top of dry, scaly, splotchy, oily and just plain unhappy skin. Want to get makeup optional skin? INVEST in skin care.”
25.) Don’t start from the top lash line if you’re doing winged eyeliner, use the bottom lash line for a smoother, straighter line
And look at the wing you drew first while drawing your second one.
26.) Never store your makeup in a bathroom cabinet
The humidity can cause it to alter and go bad before its time, plus toilet germs.
27.) Blend your foundation out onto your neck
“When wearing foundation please blend it out. Put product on your jawline, and blend it out into your neck. Also blend the foundation along the edges of your face out. It’ll help create a natural look and make it less obvious you’re wearing foundation, plus it will visually improve your color match.”
28.) Don’t use stark white concealer under your eyes
“Use an under-eye concealer one shade lighter than your face concealer, not two or three shades. It will give you a naturally bright effect instead of a contrasting white effect, which looks super unnatural.”
29.) Apply setting powder with a damp beauty blender or brush
This does wonders for people with dry or textured skin and gives a smooth, airbrushed finish.
30.) The same foundation that works for you in the summer might not work for you in the winter
For example, I use a more moisturizing foundation in the winter (Too Faced Born This Way) and prefer a more matte coverage in the summer (Hourglass Stick Foundation).
31.) For eyeshadow, tap the excess eyeshadow off the brush
Also hold the brush farther from the handle for more control.
32.) Blend your foundation into your hairline and make sure to contour that too
Everyone knows to drag their makeup down their neck a little bit, but too often I see people with a line between their makeup and hair. Not a good look!
33.) Stop blowing on your makeup brushes
“I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen people do this and it makes me cringe. Brushes already harbor bacteria if not cleaned and taken care of properly; you blowing on your brushes and getting saliva particles all over it isn’t helping considering you’re applying it directly to your face therefore causing breakouts, clogged pores, etc. If you’ve picked up too much product, just tap it off or give your brush a little shake.”
34.) Use a foundation one shade darker on the outer edge of your face to add depth
35.) If your skin is very oily, apply a light layer of powder after you apply your primer and before you apply your foundation
It’ll give you a smoother look. Also, baby powder works great for baking your face. I use it for everything!
36.) Glowing cheeks that look natural
“”Add your favorite blush to the cheeks before you apply foundation for a glow that looks like it’s coming from beneath the skin. A bright, warm pink at the apple is perfect for any complexion.”
– James Vincent, celebrity makeup artist and director of artistry for Ardency Inn
37.) Multi-colors on the cheeks is important
“Apply two shades of blush for the perfect flush of youth. Pink, or anything in the red family should be placed on the apple of the cheek; it will give the effect of blood coming to the surface. Peach, coral, or anything in the orange family should be applied to the highest point of the cheekbone; that gives the effect of heat rising. Finish by bringing a matte bronzer to the skin where sun hits the face (forehead, cheekbone, bridge of nose, and chin).”
– James Vincent, celebrity makeup artist and director of artistry for Ardency Inn
38.) Lighten your coverage
“Mixing foundation with moisturizer is an easy way to lighten your coverage options if you already have a fuller coverage foundation.”
– Caitlin Wooters, makeup artist
39.) Make sure those lashes get coated
“Use the handle of a brush to lift the eyelid at the base of the lashes to roll your lashes up and back; this allows you to wiggle the mascara wand against the base of the lashes and pull through any clumps in a clean and precise manner.”
– Kara Yoshimoto Bua, Chanel celebrity makeup artist
40.) Don’t be afraid of red
“If you want to find the perfect red for your complexion, try applying one lip color that has the same undertone as your complexion all over the lip: Cool uses cool, warm uses warm. Apply a red with the opposite tone just to the center for a lip that looks full and fantastic.”
– James Vincent, celebrity makeup artist and director of artistry for Ardency Inn
41.) Reach for the school supplies
“No. 2 pencils are the perfect graphite shade to sketch in natural eyebrow hairs. Sharpen one to a point and draw in lightly for a finished brow.”
– James Vincent, celebrity makeup artist and director of artistry for Ardency Inn
42.) Thicken up watery foundation
“To make foundation thicker, mix in a touch of loose powder. (Be careful not to add too much or it will cake.)”
– Cecilia Muench, creative director of Inglot
43.) Chill out and reduce puff
“To reduce puffiness, pop eye lotion in the icebox and apply to lids before eye makeup.”
– Petra Strand, creator of Pixi by Petra
44.) Find the right lip shade
“Test lipstick on the inside of your fingertip, rather than on the back of your hand. The pad of your finger closely resembles your own lip color, so see which one looks best there, then move to the lips.”
– Kerry Cole,style director of Becca Cosmetics
45.) The power of gold
“Gold powder pigment is a great way to lengthen lashes or brows. Use a clean spoolie brush, toothbrush, or mascara wand, and brush a bronze or yellow gold pigment through a mascared lash or brow for a beautiful effect that adds dimension without looking hard.”
– James Vincent, celebrity makeup artist and director of artistry for Ardency Inn
46.) Who knew?
“Halloween is the perfect time to stock up on some unexpected essentials. Fake blood is the ideal blush shade. Add it to the apple of the cheek for any skin tone—it looks like a natural flush of color coming though the skin.”
– James Vincent, celebrity makeup artist and director of artistry for Ardency Inn
47.) You better stock up on your next visit!
“Starbucks napkins and disposable toilet-seat covers work just as well as blotting papers.”
– Kerry Cole, style director of Becca Cosmetics
48.) If it works, it works!
“As a little girl, I would watch my mother apply egg whites to her face (especially around her eyes) about an hour or two before going out to a special event. She would take one egg, separate it, whisk it until it was frothy, and apply the egg white all over her face and leave it on for 20 minutes. After, she would wash it off with lukewarm water and immediately apply her makeup. The egg white tightens the skin and wrinkles to give you a temporary facelift.”
– Niki Metz, director of artistry for Jouer
49.) Who doesn’t want to look younger?
“My favorite ‘look younger’ makeup tip is to first use a luminizer in the inner corner, then swoop it with a fan brush underneath the eye. This brightens the face.”
– Deanna Melluso, celebrity makeup artist
50.) Pucker that pout
“Use a flesh-toned eyeliner to outline the lips along the Cupid’s bow. This reduces the chance of feathering and makes lips appear fuller.”
– Petra Strand, creator of Pixi by Petra
51.) Better safe than sorry
“If you can’t find a perfect shade, buy one that’s slightly darker than your skin and one that’s slightly lighter, then fine-tune the color yourself.”
52.) Strange but effective
“Pull your bottom lip down and look at the inside color. Pick a lipstick shade that’s either lighter or a bit deeper but along the same tone as the inside of your lip. Oh, and don’t do this in public.”
– Maggie Ford Danielson, Benefit global beauty authority
53.) Buff, buff, buff!
“Buff, buff, buff foundation into the skin — quickly, like a whirlwind — with a brush. It ensures the coverage won’t look heavy-handed.”
54.) Instant lip lift
“Apply concealer to the outer corners of your lips to give your lips a lift.”
– Niki Metz, director of artistry for Jouer
55.) Fuller brows while you sleep
“Apply a nourishing balm to your eyebrows before going to bed. This will guarantee extra strength and growth—thicker eyebrows in two weeks.”
– Terry de Gunzburg, founder of By Terry
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Christopher Hopkins, aka “The Makeover Guy” is known for transforming men and women over 40 into the best selves. But in 2019, he took on the task of a teenager.
Little did he know that Phoenix’s makeover would be one of his most powerful.
Teenage trauma
Phoenix found himself in Hopkin’s Minneapolis “appearance studio” after a big weight loss. The previous school year, he weighed in and 250 pounds.
His transformation wasn’t easy.
He managed to lose 100 pounds by counting his macronutrients (think of it as going a step farther than calorie-counting) and working out every day with a personal trainer
That’s a big commitment for a teenager!
But Phoenix is dedicated and fearless. Hence his desire to put his head in the hands of Hopkins for a whole new style.
He’s already a handsome young man (with hair most people covet), but he decided it was time for a change. And if you’ve seen The Makeover Guy’s popular videos, you know his studio is the place to go.
The big chop
It seems pretty obvious that Phoenix is going to end up with a major haircut. After all, why waste your time going to a makeover guru if you’re not going to let him go crazy with the scissors?
And that’s precisely what Hopkins does. Gone is the shoulder-length wavy hair of the “before” Pheoenix. But is he happy?
There’s a big smile on the teen’s face as he runs his hands through his glossy mane. He’s still got hair to die for!
It’s long on top and makes the perfect wave in front. The only problem is that it’s a little too neat for the teen.
We cringed a little when he messed with perfection, but it’s his hair, not ours after all! And the modelesque look just wasn’t entirely jibing with him.
After getting a tousel from Hopkins, things end up in largely the same place, just not so catalog-model-ready. And it still looks great!
Personal style is just that – personal – so Phoenix has to be able to pull off whatever hairstyle he walks out the door with. And we were really impressed with him for speaking up.
A good day
“I had fun today,” Phoenix says after getting a little ribbing from Hopkins.
He admits that he’s normally shy in front of people and we believe it since when he first walked in he seemed less outgoing. But after agreeing to trust his stylist and seeing the results of the makeover, he lives up to his name. Phoenix is reborn!
After one more tweak by Hopkins, the transformation is complete.
It’s a cute moment when the teen keeps messing with his hair only to have Hopkins walk by and “fix” it one more time.
Commenters were over the moon about Phoenix’s makeover.
“Omg that jawline! He’s stunning and what an adorable personality,” said one fan.
Of course, there were lots of comments about his Bart Simpson shirt, but frankly, we think it adds that perfect reminder that he’s still a “kid.”
And like most commenters, we wish we could see him waltz back into high school with his new look!
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