15 Minutes to a Natural Glow Up: Beauty Tips for Your Face

Natural Glow Up

It’s no secret that you can go to the store and buy anything to make yourself more beautiful, but that’s not the only way you can look your best! Natural beauty products are growing in popularity every day and with good reason. Many of them contain natural ingredients that nourish your skin rather than add toxic chemicals that clog pores and break you out with acne. Whether you’re looking to brighten up your face or make your skin glow, these 15-minute beauty tips for your face will help you get there naturally!

Wash your face with warm water

Start by washing your face with warm water and a gentle cleanser. Whether you're going for a glow or staying natural, this step is important in removing makeup, sebum, and grime that can build up on your skin over the day. Then tone with an alcohol-free toner, like Eve Lom Daily Refreshing Toner, which not only keeps skin hydrated but also helps remove any remaining dirt and grime without drying it out.

Add an oil-free moisturizer after washing

The first step to getting your skin moisturized is adding an oil-free moisturizer after washing. There are a variety of moisturizers out there and some are more pricey than others, but the majority should keep your skin hydrated.

Cleanse, Tone, and Moisturize

A natural glow toner with witch hazel or aloe vera can be used before moisturizing. Toner can also be used in place of an astringent; instead of removing makeup, it will tighten your pores and clean out dirt and oil that has collected on your skin. Do not skip over this step if you want your moisturizer to work as well as possible.

Try some highlighter on your cheekbones and above your cupid’s bow

Finish your look with the perfect glow. Using your fingers, tap highlighting powder onto the highest points of your face, like the high points of your cheekbones and above your cupid’s bow. Let it sink in and pat away any excess before getting dressed and leaving the house. You should always look beautiful!

Try something new from drugstore brand products

If you're new to cosmetics, chances are you know that makeup runs in the expensive range. Fortunately, there are some brands out there that offer great quality with an affordable price tag, including NYX Cosmetics. NYX offers countless different products that can help you achieve a flawless face without draining your bank account. My go-to product from the brand is the butter gloss because it's extremely moisturizing and not too heavy on the lips, perfect for wintertime use. The matte lipsticks are also good because they provide intense pigment but don't dry out your lips or make them feel overly glossy. The concealer comes in shades that match skin tones so it doesn't look unnatural under or around the eyes like many drugstore concealers do, while still giving enough coverage to hide any dark circles or blemishes. All of these products cost less than $10 each, making them perfect if you want something affordable but high quality!

Use Baking Soda as Facial Scrub

-Baking has coarse grains which will exfoliate your skin and help brighten your complexion. 

-Combine 1 tbsp of baking soda with about 2 tbsp of water, or enough to make a paste. 

-Gently massage the scrub onto your face in circular motions. Allow it to sit on your skin for 5 minutes or so, then rinse it off with cool water and pat dry. The baking soda can be too harsh for some people's skin, so if you find that you're experiencing any discomfort try using a washcloth instead. You'll want to do this once or twice per week at most!

Use Rose Water as Toner

Keep in mind that all of these items can be used on a variety of different skin types, so don't be afraid to experiment and find what works best for you. Dehydration is one of the main causes of dry skin. If you feel like your skin could use some extra help throughout the day, do something as simple as using rose water.

Drink more water

Drinking enough water is essential for looking beautiful, radiant, and fresh. You need to drink at least six glasses of water every day, but ideally eight. We often mistake thirst for hunger or other body needs and grab food when we need more water. Drink a glass before you eat lunch or dinner and make sure it's still full when you get back from your meal.

Eat well

If you're looking for ways to naturally look better, start by following these healthy tips. Cut back on sugar and consume vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Drink plenty of water so your skin stays hydrated and practice stress-reducing activities like reading or meditating. Sleep is a very important aspect. Try getting at least eight hours of sleep each night. These simple steps can help you naturally glow up and feel more confident!

Exercise more

Most people (men and women alike) are too hard on themselves. They can't accept their flaws and don't take care of themselves, so they try to cover them up with makeup or clothes. Instead of striving for perfection, just make yourself look presentable. Here are 15 minutes worth of beauty tips specifically focused on your face. 

1) Drink lots of water. 

2) Exercise more - this will give you an overall glow and make you healthier. 

3) Don't sleep in your makeup - not only does it lead to breakouts, but sleeping in your makeup also prevents the skin from being able to rejuvenate itself while you sleep.

  4) Don't wash your hair every day - this will make it dry out over time and result in frizziness.

Wellness

 Natural Glow Up

Healthy lifestyle habits are crucial not only for your physical well-being but also for how you look and feel. Eating healthy foods, avoiding excess alcohol consumption, exercising regularly, and drinking enough water will help you stay healthier and happier overall. And keeping up with these routines should include taking good care of your skin.

Motivated

You've been trying. You have. But, your skin just won't stop breaking out, and it's not looking good. It's time for some natural beauty tips that you can use at home instead of investing in expensive spa treatments. Here are 15 minutes worth of affordable beauty tips to help make your skin look naturally beautiful, inside and out!