The Hangover. Great movie, not a great state to be in. Whether you went a little overboard at happy hour or just pulled an all-nighter, we’ve all had the dreadful “skin” hangover at one point in time. Take these steps to get back on board to being your gorgeous self.
Beauty Tip #1 – Moisturize BEFORE you go to sleep.
I know at this point all you want to do is fall face first into your pillow, but this is the most important step! First, cleanse the skin very well with a moisturizing face wash to get off all the makeup, like the neon blue eyeshadow you put on when you started drinking thinking it looked great (another big NO!). Follow up with a heavy night cream. If you have the energy (and balance!) invest in a hydrating mask.
Beauty Tip #2 - Hydrate those eyes!
Put a few drops of Visine in your eyes to whiten and brighten them.
Beauty Tip #3 – Tea Treatment
What are those bags under my eyes? Why is my face as puffy as a Krispy Kreme donut? Soak caffeinated tea bags in cool water and apply to skin for at least 10 minutes.
Beauty Tip #4 – Go “Au Naturale” on the makeup.
At this point, you’re probably bulldozing through your makeup drawers desperate for anything to cover up the havoc that has taken over your face. Don’t apply a lot of makeup – you’ll look 10 times more tired than you already are. Stay away from all matte makeup because they dry out your skin – this includes lipstick and foundation. Start with a shimmer tinted moisturizer, then dab some concealer under your eyes. Follow up with a light golden eyeshadow and a crème based blush. Don’t apply too much color. Stay away from any heavy eyeliner and double up on some great waterproof mascara. Finish with a neutral lip gloss.
Voila! No one will ever suspect you were serenading Britney Spears’, “Hit Me Baby One More Time” to your next door neighbor at the karaoke bar last night.
Tags: Makeup, Moisturizer, Skincare
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