A dress on the rack may look cute, but sometimes when you try it on, it may not look as you thought. That dress was probably made to flatter a different body type. So, it is very important to know your body type before you go shopping for a dress. Let’s take a glance at some of the dress styles that flatter every body type. Belted Dresses It doesn’t matter if you have a curvy or hourglass figure, dresses with belted waits help to enhance and highlight your waistline. You can actually make any dress a belted dress by just adding a belt to your favorite dress. Shirt dresses, wrap dresses, and fit and flare silhouettes are great as they suit all body types and they also come in various colors featuring flattering necklines. The belt that comes along with these dresses does wonders to enhance your figure and boost you up with the confidence that you need. Simple Column Dresses A column dress works well for all body types, and works even better if you are tall. For a formal occasion, you need to go with a simple column dress, whereas a shift dress is your best bet when it comes to throwing on something for a casual setting.

Applying foundation takes several years of practice to master, and even professional makeup artists find it difficult to get the right formula, shade, and method of application at times. Not to forget, there are innumerable options available in the market. So how can one avoid making some of the common foundation mistakes? Here’s some expert advice for you: Getting the lighting wrong Good lighting always plays a crucial role in deciding the right shade of foundation. Not everyone has the perfect lighting around their mirrors. The only solution lies in using natural light! Take your mirror closer to the window, and observe the foundation in natural light. Ensure that the shade matches your neck and chest, both in tone and consistency. Get the wrong tools Using the right tool is an art by itself. If you need more coverage or need to even out the skin texture, you could use a synthetic brush with either a liquid foundation or cream. This will do the job perfectly well. For a powder foundation, you can try natural fiber to buff the foundation into the skin. You can also use your fingers to get the best results, but if you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, avoid using fingers to apply the foundation.

From when you’re dressing up for a date night or a house party to when you’re planning to host a cocktail party or attend a wedding, lip color cannot be missed out on. Here are five lip color tips from beauty professionals to step out in style every day: Prep up Preparing your lips is the first step before any kind of makeup routine. Like with the rest of your body, eating nutritious, balanced meals, and keeping yourself well-hydrated is important for a naturally healthy pout. Avoid licking your lips constantly, as saliva can dry them out quickly. Use a soft toothbrush and a sugar and honey mixture to gently exfoliate your lips at least twice a week. This will help prevent dull, flaky lips and keep them supple. A simple yet excellent lip color tip from beauty professionals is to apply lip balm generously, not only over your lips but around them as well, so that the skin is nourished and is not irritated when you use makeup. Choose the right shade Choose the proper shade of lipstick to flatter your skin color and the color of your lips. Pick a shade of lipstick closest to your natural skin tone, or something two tones darker.

Holistic health does not necessarily mean you have to spend considerable resources, including time and money. You can create your own face masks for the feel-good factor. Essential oils are one of the purest forms of natural skincare products, and you will be surprised at how many face masks can be made using essential oils as a key ingredient. Before looking at the face mask options, here’s a list of essential oils that can be used based on your skin type: Dry skin : Sandalwood, cedarwood, palmarosa, chamomile, frankincense, and myrrh. Oily skin : Geranium, cypress, neroli, orange, ylang ylang, lavender, patchouli, and lemon. Acne-prone skin : Tea tree, geranium, lavender, lemon, and patchouli. Aging skin : Frankincense, carrot seed, lavender, patchouli, sandalwood, and cypress. Combination skin : Patchouli, lavender, rose, and bergamot. The following DIY moisturizing face masks can be left on the face and neck for about 15-20 minutes and gently rinsed off with warm water afterward. Ensure that you use an essential oil that suits your skin type and also follow the instructions on mixing the essential oil with a carrier oil as given on the package. Soothing mask This DIY moisturizing face mask is a perfect fit after a hard day’s work.

No makeup is complete without accentuating the eyes. If you’re a newbie to makeup, here are four eyeliner tips and tricks to get it right, every time. Read on to know how to step out in style with the perfectly drawn eyes for every occasion: Choose the right tool Getting your hands on the right type of eyeliner and brush is the first step in getting your eye makeup right. You can use a pencil, gel, or liquid eyeliner, or use them all together to get the intended effect on your eyes. Pencil eyeliners are extremely easy to use but might not spread as easily, and they might also deliver thin lines as compared to the other two. The gel is thicker and creamier than pencils and might work effectively if you are adept at eye makeup, because gel eyeliners glide over a brush smoothly, without you having to drag it, like with a pencil. Liquid eyeliners that come with brush tips might take a little more time to dry up, but they are the best bet to get a perfect finish. One of the most helpful eyeliner tips and tricks is to use a pencil liner to draw a straight line, and then use liquid liner to trace over it.