Let’s face it- as time-crunched college students, there isn’t always time for lots of primping or strict beauty regimens. But with a few clever fixes and tricks, no one will ever know the difference. Whether you’re getting ready for a date party or just rushing to class, don’t get left in a beauty rut by following these five genius life hacks.
1) Tired of getting nail polish all over your cuticles during a DIY manicure?
Next time, make sure you have a glass of cold water to soak your fingers in for a few minutes after applying each coat. The cold water freezes off any nail polish that ends up on your cuticles while strengthening the polish on your nails.
2) No acne medication in your makeup bag?
Use the gel inside Advil Liquid Gels to treat small pimples. Just dab a small amount on the blemish for fast-acting results. The gel soothes inflammation and irritation, leaving your skin fresh and smooth in no time.
3) Do you hate how sweaty your neck gets while blowdrying your hair?
Stay cool while blowdrying by applying deodorant to the back of your neck before beginning the drying process. Your neck will stay as dry as your hair, the perfect fix to this common blowdrying faux pas.
4) Having trouble with smudging your eyeliner?
A too-dry eyeliner pencil could be the culprit. To ensure a richer line, heat your eyeliner pencil with a lighter or blowdryer to soften the pencil. Then, once it’s cool enough, gently apply along your eyes.
5) Looking for a natural way to whiten your teeth?
Look no further than a banana peel! Rub the inside of the peel along your teeth, letting the paste rest on your teeth for ten minutes. Repeat daily for a week or two and begin noticing a difference.
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