As a new mama who feels like there are never enough hours in the day, I’ve learned how to simplify my makeup. Gone are the days of primping and spending tons of time in front of a mirror applying makeup. Now I have my routine down to about 5 minutes and i’m out the door! To me, the key to great makeup is making it look natural while emphasizing your features. I like to play up my eyes and keep the rest of my look pretty simple for daytime errands. One of the easiest ways to do that is by choosing a great eye liner. I recently tried the new Photo Ready Kahjal Intense Eyeliner + Brightener and have been using it every day since! It’s a two in one eyeliner that has a deep pigmented color on one end and a brightener on the other! I’ll admit I used to reach for the standard black eyeliner most days but I’m really loving what a difference a little pop of color can make! I used the pigmented color on my top and bottom lash line and just smudged it out so there were no harsh lines. Another quick and easy beauty trick I like to do is lining my bottom waterline with a natural color eyeliner. It instantly makes your eyes appear larger. Here’s a shot of my day to day makeup using the PhotoReady Kajal Intense Eyeliner + Brightener…
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Look so pretty! What do you use on your brows? Also, what lipstick are you wearing here? Love your effortless mommy makeup look! Will have to try these new liners and mascara!
My beauty secret is curling my lashes and filling in my brows. It makes all the difference.
Those eyeliners look pretty amazing, I need to check out the purple one.
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I think the brows are extremely important for any kind of makeup look. Even when you decide to just go with a moisturizer for the day, having your brows groomed will help a ton.
what a brilliant idea to combine liner and brightener 🙂 my beauty secret is curling my lashes—it makes a profound difference in how my eyes look
My best kept secret is curling my eyelashes….with a spoon! Yes, a spoon! I have super straight eyelashes and I don't go a day without curling them and curling them with a spoon gives them a more natural curl than it does with the eyelash curler! 😉
My beauty secret is bright red or pink lips when I'm tired! Instant wake up. Love the purple shade, and it looks totally natural.
Looks very pretty! My super secret, not so secret, beauty superpower is some hairspray. I have crazy curls and just recently discovered instead of putting on lots of gel or cream my hair is tamed much more if I spray hairspray on while it's damp. So simple!
I love the look of the brightener! My secret is to use tinted moisturizer… love the color and glow it gives
Can't wait to go pick up those liners! Great tips!
i always wash my face at night!
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I will definitely try out that mascara!
My "secret" is to moisturize and have a lip color handy at all times. I will dab the lip color on my cheeks if I don't have any blush and will dab it on my lips as well. 🙂
My best kept beauty secret: don't stress. Stress is so hard on skin and can prematurely age you. Hard for any makeup to look good, if your face looks stressed.
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SOLD! I'm picking this eyeliner up next time I'm out shopping! Looks great on you!
My secret is to wear sunscreen every time I go outside
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What color lipstick are you wearing?????? Love the purple!
What color lipstick are you wearing?????? Love the purple!
I need to get this purple liner to bring out my green eyes too – looks great on you! x
My best kept beauty secret is to put on a tinted moisturizer that also has SPF every day to protect my skin from the sun and give me a healthy glow.
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My beauty secret it honey! I slather organic honey all over my face a couple of times a week for 15-20 min and you would be AMAZED at how smooth it makes your skin. It's great for hydration (which helps fight wrinkles), reducing inflammation, and cleansing pores. Love your blog Andee!
Gorgeous! I love what a natural but awake look this gives. 🙂 What foundation/tinted moisturizer are you wearing in these photos?
Doesn't hurt that you're naturally gorgeous either!!!
My secret is white eyeliner and smasbox O-Gloss for those days where you dont have time to put on a whole face of makeup.
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I use apricot scrub once a week to get rid of blackheads.
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My best kept secret is using coconut oil for everything! haha My skin to moisturize, my eyes to remove makeup, my hair, also use it as shaving cream! Love the stuff so much! You can get a huge tub of the stuff at costco for a great price too.
Looks great! I never leave the house with at least liner, mascara, and my brows done. Even if I don't have time to do anything else, something about getting all three of those done makes me feel polished.
My best kept beauty secret is rose water and witch hazel! I mix the two in a small spray bottle and spray my face several times a day. I really feel that it's the most perfect pick me up and helps my skin stay fresh all day!
Sunblock! DAILY!
My best kept secret is when I'm working out, I sleek back my hair with deep conditioner and/or Coconut Oil mixed in with a little gel, and put it in a pony tail. The heat from working out does wonders for my hair and it saves me time in the shower. Win win!
I use make-up with SPF.
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It may not be a secret but, exfoliation! It keeps your skin smooth so that makeup will go on much more evenly.
coconut oil morning and night! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
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BB creams have been a lifesaver this summer!
definitely sharpen your eyeliner pencil for a crisp, not harsh line
A good diet and lots of water is my best kept beauty secret. It keeps my skin clear of blemishes and looking healthy, all make up goes on so much better when the canvas (aka your face) is at it's best! 🙂
My secret is using Vaseline as makeup remover, eyelash conditioner, lip moisturizer, and cuticle conditioner. You can get a container at Target for <$1!
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I looooove Tarte waterproof crease less liner and shadow duo, the easiest eye makeup ever and lasts all day
My best kept beauty secret is staying hydrated. I have a natural glow, but if I don't stay hydrated, I lose that glow, which makes it hard to put makeup on without looking weird.
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Contrary to popular belief, it's not good to wash your hair everyday since it strips the hair of its natural oils. Therefore, I don't wash it everyday. I also tame the flyaways with organic coconut oil. 🙂
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I love using a tinted moisturizer and curling my lashes
After I put my makeup on, I like to lightly dust my face with baby powder. It helps to set my makeup and keeps the oil away.
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After I put my makeup on, I like to lightly dust my face with baby powder. It helps to set my makeup and keeps the oil away.
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Thanks so much.
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always start by cleaning your face thoroughly
twitted this today, 01/07
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My secret is to use a moisturizer.
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I wash my face twice a day.
I drink plenty of water because it keeps my skin smooth
I wash my face regularly and use sunscreen whenever I go outside.
Eating carrots daily causes a healthy glow similar to a light tan.
Drink plenty of water.
Moisturizing is really important.
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BB creams are much better than foundation on the skin.
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My best kept beauty secret is to sleep with a clean towel over your pillowcase every night before bed. It really helps reduce acne.
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My secret is… I steal ideas from my daughters! I tend to get stuck in the rut of doing what I'm familiar with, so I look to my daughters and "borrow" from their ideas and styles to update and have fun with my own 🙂
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Secret is to get plenty of rest and drinks lots and lots of water.
I will have to try out that mascara. Secret: wash my face daily right before going to bed and MOISTURIZE!
i drink lots of water
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I am in love with their eyeliners! Thanks so much for this opportunity!
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The most important thing for me is moisturizer!!
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My secret is a green tinted concealer to counteract red splotches.
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Eyeliner in the upper water line is my favorite little secret that makes a huge difference!
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Keep my skin very clean and use good products.
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Moisturization is the #1 thing you can do for your skin.
Less is more! 😉 I try not to wear much make up. Sometimes you gotta!
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Don't overpluck your eyebrows. Less is more!
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Wash your face with a washcloth. It's cheap and the best and easiest way to exfoliate.
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For the occasional blemish: grind up a cheap aspirin tablet, add a dab of honey and smear it on the blemish at night. One or two days and it’s gone!
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Wash your face throughout the day
After cleaning my face I splash lots of cold water on it – makes my skin look fresh.
Thank you.
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heat up my eyelash curler with my blowdryer for extra curl (be careful!)
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Getting plenty of sleep and downing water like there's no tomorrow!
Keep my feet soft by apply vaseline and wear socks overnight.
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My hair is super dry so once a month I put on a conditioner and sleep with it on and then wash it off in the morning.
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My secret is moisturizing before anything else. I step out of the shower and put it on, let the steam soak it into my skin perfectly.
In the summer months I use a tinted moisturizer instead of a heavy foundation.
Kimberley Meier
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My secret is sleeping in cocunut oil hair masks and rubbing it onto my entire body in the morning before a shower at night.
Another Beauty on a Budget secret I use is cutting my crest white strips in half to double how many I get in a package!!!
my mom told me to always use eye cream so that my face doesn't look old due to eye wrinkles
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drink lots of water
jen gersch
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My best beauty secret is to use a primer before applying foundation.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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My secret is to moisturize while my skin is still damp from washing. It locks in the moisture.
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drinking lots of water!
Mustela Hydra Bebe lotion. I have never found a lotion before this that literally keeps your skin soft and moisturized all day!
My mom always taught me to moisturize! 🙂
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My beauty secret is to drink lots and lots of water and wash my face twice daily!
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You look great and beautiful. my best kept beauty secret is having a moisturizing mask before putting on foundation. Skin looks wonderful that way. of course, I save this trip to special occasions.
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BB Cream works better than foundation and is much lighter on your face and easier to remove!
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My best secret is to make sure I always wash my face before bed every night.
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My beauty secret is drink plenty of water and exercise.
eczema cream with hydrocortisone gets rid of red, puffy eyes. it seriously works like magic! with a baby, it's the only defense i have against lack of sleep!
My tip is apply vaseline to dry skin before you shower. Your skin will be so soft!
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don't wash your hair every day–try to go 3-4 days to keep the natural oils in and keep it healhty!
I sometimes use a coloring pen or a little touch of mascara to cover up grays between dying hair dying sessions
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Apply sunscreen daily.
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Moisturize daily!
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Wash and moisturize twice a day
secret is stay protected from the sun
My best kept beauty secret is to exfoliate at least once a week, sometimes twice. It makes a world of difference in the clarity of my skin. 🙂
In the summer, my heels are a freaking mess! My secret to keeping them nice and smooth and healthy pink? A Mr. Pumice brand metal foot file. It is just like the ones used in salons an you can get them at places like Sally Beauty Supply for about $8. I don't work for Mr. Pumice and am not being paid to say this. LOL I only mention this brand as it is the only one I have found on the market. Use whatever brand you find! LOL I just had my first pedicure in June and loved it so much and noticed the foot files they used and decided to try to find one to use at home because I can't afford a monthly pedicure. The file says you can use it dry, but I use it after soaking my feet to get the skin really soft. Just be careful and file slowly and gently so you don't hurt yourself. Works great!!!
Angie
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Angie
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exercise for a natural glow
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A smile is the prettiest thing a girl can wear 😉
-Ashley Marie Morrissey
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-Ashley Marie Morrissey
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My secret isn't really a secret. Staying hydrated and regular moisturizing are the things that keep my skin happy.
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Powder seaweed! Add water and use it as a mask!
Use witch hazel as toner, it's the primary ingredient in Clinique Potion #2 and way, way, way cheaper.
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My tip is to avoid the sun as much as possible.
My best kept beauty secret is getting a good night's sleep
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For extra coverage instead of caking on the foundation, I first do a layer of tinted moisturizer and then do a layer of foundation.
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My beauty secret is to wear contacts, so your eyes really shine and aren't hidden by glasses
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drink lots of water, the more water the better. Helps keeps the skin clear and looking younger. sweepmorey at gmail dot com
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thanks make sure you use sunscreen
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I wear sunscreen every before I go outside.
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For light coverage, mix your foundation with your face moisturizer.
Drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep.
Thanks for the contest.
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Use a foundation that has a combination of sunscreen in it. This helps to prevent your face from getting burnt.
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I try to get plenty of sleep star95011atyahoodotcom
Staying very well hydrated, I try to drink more than the suggested 8 glasses of water a day.
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eat lots of fruits and veggies, esp kiwi and berries for great skin!
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Green tea!
my best beauty secret is sunscreen and drink lots of water !!!
Coconut oil & baking soda scrub for a nice glow.
my secret is to drink plenty of water, get plenty of sleep, eat healthy, and avoid overexposure to the sun.
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My biggest beauty secret is to get enough sleep and stay hydrated!
Drink plenty of water. It does wonders for the skin.
I use sunscreen daily, summer and winter. saltpepper1_2000@yahoo.com
SPF every day!
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I use a plastic bag and sleep with coconut oil in my hair once a week it leaves it soft and shiny
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I use apple cider vinegar once a week on my hair to keep it shiny
My best kept beauty secret is neutrogena sunscreen, i wear it everyday to stay safe and it gives me flawless skin too!
susansmoaks at gmail dot com
My best secret is always remove makeup at night
tiffany lane
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My best kept beauty secret is use an eyelash primer before applying mascara!
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I drink lots of water and get a good night's sleep as much as possible for better skin.
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Drink plenty of water :filtered,Aloe and Coconut,get plenty of sleep, meditation and having fun
Put foundation on with a brush, not your fingers.
Water, highlighting cream, and lip tint are my must haves!
always take your makeup off in the evening and moisturize
My best beauty secret is get lots of sleep!
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Coconut oil! Great as a moisturizer, lip balm & hair mask!
An eyelash curler!
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my beauty secret…avocado oil with 1,000 units of vitamin E under eyes and a thin layer of glycolic before bed. Wake up with a bright/smooth face. Also, white highlighter after shadow, just under the brow to give an amazing lift!!
My beauty secret is eating healthy and staying hydrated with water!
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A beauty blender sponge! It applies my liquid foundation and concealer like a dream! I'm always getting compliments on my "makeup free flawless skin". If only they knew! LOL
Vanessa
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