Sounds strange, isn’t it. But, like all good things in life the makeup too has to go, after some time. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that powders, and eye shadows be discarded after two years and eyeliner, lip liner, lipstick, concealer and foundations be replaced after one year. Mascara has the shortest shelf life of all makeup — dermatologists suggest discarding within three months. Storage Manual In general, you should store cosmetics in a cool, dark, and dry place. Avoid exposing cosmetics to extreme heat. This means do not store cosmetics in the glove compartment of your car. Similarly keep makeup away from your bathroom cabinet—a hot and humid place. Always

Everyone wants to look good, especially when it is the time to party as party time is not only to meet people and have fun, but it also carries a hidden motive to impress others by your dressing sense and the way you carry yourself. And all the inspiration to look fabulous comes from the celebs’ style. We tend to select the dressing with this inspiration but at times most of us miss our hand on that most important thing that is essential for you to look perfect, ‘right make up’. Many of us in lack of awareness either overdo it or leave it incomplete party. Party makeup also has some limits and rules. For instance, you should apply either heavy eye makeup or heavy lip makeup, but not

So, you always wanted to ‘do up’ your nails without paying a bomb for it.  Here’s an easy way to do nail art at home. Read the trick What you will need: nail polish cleanser, nail buffer set, nail filer, cuticle cream, nail polish, nail art stickers and a good design to follow. How to start - Start with cleaning your nails and clipping it perfectly using nail filers and cuticle cream. Apply cuticle cream on your nails and dip  your palms and toes in lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes. Remove the dead cuticle with the help of filer to peel off the dead layer of your nail. Now comes the turn of buffer set; use three buffer sticks in the sequence of cleanse,

We all put our lotions and creams, colours and glosses with the best of the intentions. However, at times when it’s all put together the result is just not right. Makeup is an art and like all applied arts, you got to learn it. When used with right tools and information, it can transform the look. Guardian Health Chronicle tells you how to avoid 10 such beauty bloopers. 1. Do you look older than your age? May be, your foundation is to blame. If you wear lots of foundation, your original skin doesn’t show and that’s not a good idea. And, if you are using mineral foundation on dry skin, chances are your foundation will accentuate your wrinkles too. Mineral foundation, though a rage is

Stay ‘cool’ but look ‘hot’ with makeup, is the name of the game for summer. And to win this game, one must go for light and glowing makeup! My Health Guardian has come up with the 10 best makeup tips for summer to keep you glowing in this scorching season. Follow these steps of makeup to set a charming and tantalizing look this summer!! Start your day my way: 1. Cleanse and moisturize – Before going for any makeup first cleanse your skin using best quality mild cleanser. As per the season concern, it is recommended to use liquid foaming cleanser rather than the cream based. Thereafter, apply good amount of moisturizer on your face, neck line and hands or other open area to deep

Finding a foundation that matches  your skin tone and blends with it seamlessly is not as easy as it sounds! After all, many of us have drawers cluttered with foundations that looked and seemed just perfect at the point of purchase. However, the moment you applied it on your skin, it looked cakey and overpowering making you rush for a quick swipe with the wet wipe. How should you choose the right foundation for your skin? Archana Jha Darshan has compiled the ‘to-do’ list you should tick before you buy a foundation.  Foundation is the most important ingredient of your makeup kit. It sets the base for a flawless face. As we age our face develops spots, uneven skin tone and

Every morning you leave for office looking gorgeous like a diva. Every evening when you come back home only the remnants of the makeup that you have put on in the morning are visible. Yes, there are colleagues and girl friends who reapply makeup but it’s so much of an effort. Don’t despair because armed with a  few tricks you can make your makeup work as hard and as long as you do. Continue reading…. Making your makeup last longer is not difficult. The first step is to find quality products: foundation, primer, oil free moisturizer and gentle exfoliating agent. Keep in mind layering is the key to a lasting makeup. 1. Prep your face. Makeup will last longer if your face has a smooth

Mineral makeup has become a rage these days. It’s considered to be pure, natural and safe and is quickly replacing the traditional makeup. Women are going ga-ga over mineral makeup because it gives sheer look and not the heavily painted look that comes with conventional makeup. Others may find mineral makeup drying and it accentuates wrinkles. Moreover, is the stuff worth the price? The debate ensues…. We tell you what’s there in your mineral makeup and should you use it? Mineral make-up is available in several forms – creme powders, liquid, pressed powders and loose powder that are used as foundations, blushes, compact, eye make-up, lipstick, concealer and gloss. Cut the hype

Let’s admit monsoon and makeup do not go along well. Yet, a girl deserves to look her best in all times. During monsoons keep your makeup to minimum. Keep reading to learn more… Listen to your skin–With humidity reaching an all time high, you need to tweak your makeup routine and give that good old foundation a skip. Go for skin care products that are oil free and will not clog your pores. Use tinted moisturisers to even out the skin tone. Loose powders will help you dab the excess oil and keep your skin looking fresh and grease free. This is the time when you need to emphasise on skin cleanliness because humidity can wreak havoc with your skin, which might make your

How absurd it feels, when, the moment you step out of the house for the party your husband gestures towards your smudged mascara. Or, when on reaching the venue you look into the mirror for that last minute touch and see your creased face…there the whole party goes for a toss. The most important point to remember, which sometimes we tend to forget, is that make-up is done to accentuate the facial features and not just for the heck of it. So just don’t dab your face with powder and colors but take a step by step route to the beautiful you. Guidelines - • Pick up products which suit your skin texture and complexion. • Always check the expiry date on the products. • Make sure that