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So You Want a Tattoo: Experience and Aftercare

I had such a positive experience with my first tattoo (of hopefully several more to come, sorry mom). I went in expecting the pain to be a lot worse than it ever could have been, giving the placement and my low pain tolerance I’d say the pain was about a 4/10, given the skin near the crease of your elbow is a little more sensitive than the rest of your forearm. 

The entire tattooing process only took about an hour and a half from stencil to finish. The artist I went to was very accommodating and made the time pass very quickly. She was really thorough in explaining aftercare and what I would need to treat my tattoo the right way. 

Aftercare: Caring for my tattoo was very easy and it healed super quickly (this portion is probably different for everyone with many different variables that affect the process). For the first two days I used Aquaphor at least a couple times a day to keep the tattoo moist to help the area heal quickly and without infection. I also gently washed with warm water and mild, unscented soap. The key word in this process is unscented, folks. Don’t scrub and when you dry off, pat, don’t rub, use a clean, soft towel. After the first few days I made the switch from aquaphor to fragrance free lotion, personally I used Curel Fragrance free and I kept a small storebrand version in my backpack but there’s plenty of other ones out there. I applied this lotion several times a day, and whenever my tattoo felt itchy and uncomfortable. The lotion soothed away the itchy feeling so I didn’t feel the urge to scratch (WHATEVER YOU DO, DONT SCRATCH) and it also kept the area moist (again with the moist, fast healing, remember?). Washing the tattoo with the warm water/mild soap combo is also the best way to get rid of dead skin because your tattoo will start to peel at this point and as gross as it looks and is, it’s perfectly normal and a part of the healing process.

1 year later and my tat still looks as great as it did the day I got it!!!

HAPPY INK! -A

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First Impression- Rose Salve (Bath and Body Works: approx $5.50) I decided to purchase this to see how it would fair with other lip balms (see post abt chapped lip relief below) and was pleasantly surprised to find out that you can use it virtually anywhere where your skin could use a little extra boost. Upon first applying it I fount it to be really moisturizing and they felt that way for quite a while longer than other lip balms I've used. I feel it was money well spent and I'm looking forward to continuing to use this product!! -A

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How to Get the Perfect Selfie!!

Selfies are my absolute favorite thing in the world. Here's some tips on how to get the perfect selfie and boost those Instagram likes! Make sure your head is tilted at an angle-it makes your eyes look bigger and highlights your cheekbones! Find the perfect light- the perfect light makes your hair shiny and flawless (near a window is the best spot) If your not in a place with lights just put some highlighter on your cheeks and it gives in the same effect! Pose! - posing is always fun so find your favorite pose and selfie away!

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How to Make Acrylics Last!

I've been getting my nails done every 2 weeks for the past year and it's really annoying when the paint starts chipping. Here's way to make your nail polish last until your next appointment! Take any kind of top coat and paint over your nails every other night so color lasts and keeps looking fresh and beautiful!!

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The next best acne treatment is here! Use clean and clear with your daily face washing routine twice a day and your skin will be looking flawless in just one day!!

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Making eyeshadow into a custom nail polish! If you have an old eyeshadow that you don't use, or your family got you a palette of bright eye shadows that are for children- turn it into a cute nail polish! All you need is: -old or new eyeshadow -clear nail polish Crush up that eyeshadow and dump it in the clear nail polish and mix it around/shake it up. This beauty hack could be under $1.08, because I've seen some clear nail polish at the dollar store and your old eyeshadow is free! -H

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How to shave with acne

The stage that every male teenager has to go through. The following tips will help you get your best shave, no matter what shape your skin is in.

Tip 1: Wash and hydrate your face and neck before shaving. A face wash or facial scrub will warm, deep clean, and help soften facial hair before you shave. You also should hydrate skin with warm water for at least three minutes to soften your facial hair and make it easier to cut.

Tip 2: Choose a shave gel designed to remove dirt and oil.

Tip 3: Go easy—use light, gentle strokes when shaving. This is especially important for areas of your skin that are broken out. The razor should do the work, not you.

Tip 4: Apply a light, post-shave moisturizer, after you shave. This will help ensure that your skin does not overcompensate for dryness by producing more oil.

Tip 5: Wash your face at night with a soap-free scrub to remove the daily buildup of oil.

Now go out there and go say hi to that girl you've been crushing on !

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How to Tie a “Four in Hand Knot” 

Its not as hard as it looks 😁

1) Start with the wide end ("W") of your necktie on the right, extending about 12 inches below the narrow end ("N") on the left.

2) Then cross the wide end over the narrow end.

3) Turn the wide end back underneath the narrow end.

4) Continue by bringing the wide end back over in front of the narrow end again.

5) Then, pull the wide end up and through the loop around your neck.

6) Hold the front of the knot loosely with your index finger and bring the wide end down through the front loop.

7) At last, remove your finger and tighten the knot carefully to the collar by holding the narrow end and sliding the knot up.

I know a lot of my guy friends have some trouble getting a hang of tying a tie so I hope this helped. 😊

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How To Wash Your Dirty Makeup Brushes Step 1: wet your dirty brushes with warm water Step 2: fill any size bowl with warm water and a quarter size of shampoo Step 3: swirl your brushes in the soapy water until no more residue is on the brush Step 4: let dry overnight and your brushes will be looking like new!!!!

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How to get a makeup stain out of your shirt

Did you just get foundation on your shirt after taking it off frantically trying to find something to wear this morning? No problem! Run to the nearest bathroom in your house, grab the shaving cream, wipe some over the stain, and then throw it in the wash! -H

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De-clump Your Mascara!

If you mascara is on its last leg and it’s leaving your lashes clumpy and flaky, just add a couple drops of contact solution into it!

-H

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Chapped Lip Relief is Here!!

The dry, cold, windy weather can really do a number on your lips, drying them out and making them sore and unbearable. Heres a few different ways to soothe and prevent:

First and foremost, medicated chapstick. This is not the time for cutesy stuff that smells good. It’s time for the big guns. Maybelline makes a medicated version of their Baby Lips line (Dr. Rescue, available at many local drugstores), it comes tinted and untinted. I’ve used the untinted one for years and i find it works really well when I need a chapstick that actually works. Blistex also makes some really nice medicated lipbalms.

LIP EXFOLIATORS ARE IMPORTANT!!! Get rid of that dry, dead, chapped skin with a lip exfoliator that will leave your lips smooth and refreshed!

Theres soo many easy recipes out there that use basic things you can find in your house such as sugar and honey, you simply mix your ingredients and apply, rinse and voila!

-A

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How To Make Your Own Fizzy Bombs Everyone loves bath bombs so here's a way to make your favorite bath bombs yourself! Ingredients: 1 cup citric acid 1 cup baking soda 1/2 cup cornstarch 1/2 cup oil (almond, olive, etc.) 8-10 drops of your fav essential oil Silicone mold ( cupcake trays work fine) or Saran Wrap *makes 3 cups Directions Step 1:put the oil, citric acid, baking soda and essential oil in a glass bowl ( try lavender oil for relaxation) Step 2: hand mix until soft dough is formed Step 3: put in silicone mold or mold into ball shape and wrap in Saran Wrap Step 4:let it sit for 24 hours Step 5:your fizzy bombs are ready to use!

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The craze for quite sometime now are Infinity Scarves. 

Everyone usually goes out and buy these fashion lovely scarves but what happened to those old scarves that we used to love before we found out about these new ones? 

Well heres a way to combine both loves into one...

A simple way to change your old scarves into Infinity Scarves !

All you have to do is take the ends of your scarf...tie them together and put the Knot in the back where no one can see. Theres no sewing needed so there will be no damage to that old scarf that you love so much. 

If the scarf has tassels and the end of them you can simple tie the tassels together and once again put them in the back so that no one can see the knots. 

Its very simple and only take seconds. So everyone bundle up and don't forget your scarf. 

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How To Fix Your Cracked Makeup

Step 1: mash up your foundation( if all of it is already cracked then your good) Step 2: Pour 2 -3 teaspoons of rubbing alcohol over the cracked makeup Step3- stir until makeup is dissolved Step4: rest on a flat surface overnight with clear Saran Wrap on top of the foundation Step 5: the alcohol dries up and your makeup is perfect and fresh again!

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DIY Dry Shampoo

Here's the best way to create your own dry shampoo! Dry Shampoo Ingredients 1/4 cup arrowroot powder or organic cornstarch OR 2 tablespoons arrowroot/cornstarch + 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder 5 drops of essential oil of choice (optional- I use lavender) An old make-up brush to apply Instructions Put the drops of essential oil into the arrowroot or cornstarch and mix with a spoon. Store the mix in a small jar or old powder container. Apply with an old make-up brush to the roots or oily parts of your hair. - you don't need to use an old makeup brush but it makes it easier for styling -if you are not using a makeup brush, use a regular brush and continue with your normal hair routine

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This trio is absolutely amazing! It's the Bumble and Bumble Hairdressers Invisible Oil shampoo, conditioner and primer. It makes your hair so shiny and it's great for colored hair and highlights. It makes the highlights stand out so much. It's a bit pricey but it's so worth it. #beautyhacks #bumbleandbumble #hairhacks