How to Become a Natural Beauty
Vanities and closets have a tendency to collect their share of potions and trends over time, but sometimes stripping things back to basics is the best idea. You’ll turn more heads and feel more confident in yourself if you work with your natural appearance instead of against it. Skipping the foundation on those freckles or letting your hair go virtually product-free will give you a fresh appearance that no department store could imitate. Revamp your daily routine to uncover your natural beauty.
Breezy and Nourishing Skin Care
- Getting to know your skin allows you to maintain a naturally radiant complexion. Use a cleanser formulated for your skin type both morning and night. Dry skin benefits from cream based products, while oily and combination skin is decongested with gel cleansers. Work a moisturizer with SPF into skin in the morning to protect it from sun damage and premature aging. Try a more intense moisturizer at night — think argan or coconut oil for dry skin or even a gel sleeping mask to revive skin while you sleep. Use a clay-based mask once a week after cleansing to remove impurities from deep within your pores and prevent breakouts.
Healthy and Happy Locks
- Work with your hair’s natural texture for healthy-looking locks and ease of styling. For curly and textured hair, wash with a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to moisturize. Allow your hair to air dry until 50-percent dry and work a leave-in conditioner or texture-enhancing cream through the ends, wrapping any curls or waves around your fingers to define. If you have straight hair, wash with volumizing products to add lift. Air-dry and spritz the root with dry shampoo for added shape. Use a hair mask once a week to deeply nourish hair. Coat your hair in coconut or olive oil and sleep in a shower cap overnight before rinsing it out.
A Streamlined Wardrobe
- Stock your closet with clothing that makes you feel the most confident. If you have a small waist, try belted tops and dresses to draw the eye to the area. If your legs are your favorite feature, opt for skinny jeans, shorts, skirts and heels to accentuate them. Choose tank tops and short-sleeved blouses if you want your arms to stand out. Try to stick to classic pieces that can be mixed and matched and won’t go out of style. Clothes in neutral colors and cuts, such as oxford shirts and A-line skirts, can be kept on hand for years.
Fresh-Faced Makeup
- Skip makeup all together or use it sparingly to enhance your natural beauty. Look for multi-purpose products that can perk up your complexion instantly. Massage a BB cream into your skin to moisturize and protect while evening out tone. Use a tinted balm one shade darker or lighter than your natural color to plump and hydrate lips. Pat a cream blush onto the apples of your cheeks to highlight the area and use it on your lips if you’re in need of more definition. Work mascara into the root of your upper lashes to give them a dash of color, as even the fullest fringe can use a bit of extra pop.
