Fashion
8 Tiny Beauty Hacks You Maybe Didn't Think of Yet
Sometimes it's all about the red lip and pin curls, but sometimes it's all about the gentle nudge in a just-slightly-different direction. Instead of wearing that plaid shirt, tie it around your waist. Instead of a cappuccino, try a cortado. Didn't somebody write something once about the road less traveled?
Think ahead to a grow-it-out manicure
Leaving your half-moons slightly bare guarantees that your manicure will look cooler and cooler as it grows out.
Essie 2016 Trend Nail Polish, $8.50, Amazon
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Draw on a double cat-eye
Why would you ever do one cat-eye when you could do two? Oh yeah, “societal expectations.” Shuck them off and pick up the liquid liner.
Stila All Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner, $20.90, Amazon
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Line your shelves with fur
It’s not very practical, and don’t let anything spill, but beauty products on fur immediately feel so much more luxurious. And it’s cheaper than it looks; you can snag a yard or so of faux fur fabric for nothing at your nearest fabric store.
Fuzzy Sherpa Throw Blanket, $25.99, Amazon
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Try a brown '90s lip
It’s only a tiny shift in hue, but it’ll instantly transport you back a decade and a half. Not sure which shade to pick? Into the Gloss has a great roundup.
L’Oreal Colour Riche Lip Liner in More Chocolate, $5.97, Amazon
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Write on your mirror
Feeling sad/manic/uninspired/anxious/blah? There’s a beautiful quote out there that will smooth out your aching spirits — just write it on your bathroom mirror with lipstick, and change up as necessary.
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Hide your bangs inside your hat
It’s easy to spend a lot of time getting your hat perched on your hair just right. Next time you go outside, forget all that, and let your hat be the only thing framing your face. It’s a dramatic, strong look for cold weather adventures.
Wool Fedora Hat, $16, Amazon
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Or push all your hair forward and pout
Oh great, Miley Cyrus’ new Marc Jacobs ads have catapulted us back into a guilty “Wrecking Ball” obsession. This photograph serves as your permission slip to sloppily gel your hair and push it into your face, sulking all the while.
Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Styling Gel, $6.49, Amazon
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Amp up your mani with a temporary pen tattoo
Okay, we know the tiny anchor and three dots on Zosia Mamet’s pinky finger are permanent. But if you’ve got a rocking manicure and a solid ton of golden rings on and you’re still not feeling wild enough, draw a subtle design in pen on one of your fingers for a I’ve-piled-it-all-on-and-I’m-just-getting-started vibe.
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