subject: 10 Cheap Beauty Tips That You Can Use [print this page] Lipstick: okay, so the colour's not flattering on your lips. Not one little bit. So what else can you use it for? If it's too pink or too red, rub a small amount on your cheeks and take a look: does it work well as a blush? And just because a colour doesn't look good on your mouth doesn't mean you can't use it as an eyeshadow! Just wipe off the tip of the lipstick (to remove germs) and use a little bit on your eyelid.
If it's a dark colour, smooth a little in the crease of the eye. Doesn't look right? Try complimenting it with other eyeshadows to create a new look. Chances are, something will look good, whether the lipstick is used as a blush or an eyeshadow.
If this fails, apply the offending lipstick thinly (on your lips), and put some lipgloss on top - this will weaken the colour. Does it look good now? If not, what colour is there too much or too little of? If there's too much red or pink, try putting some tan or brownish lipstick on top; if it's too dark or too brown, try mixing in some pink or red lipstick. Try different colour combinations until you find one that works for you.
Eyeshadow: does it makes you look like you have a black eye? Well, you're probably not applying it correctly. If the eyeshadow seems to be too dark, use a smaller amount of it and rub it only in the crease. Doesn't that look better? I thought so.
If the eyeshadow is obnoxiously bright, don't rub it all over your lid. Use it as an accent colour, smudged into the upper or lower lashlines, or put it (lightly) all over your eyelid, and then apply a neutral shadow on top. Finish with an accent of white shadow on the inner corners and on the brow bone.
If it still looks garishly bright, buy some clear (gel) mascara, and mix some of the eyeshadow in to create bright lashes for a fun night out.
Blush: it's the wrong shade, and it shows. Never fear, ingenuity is here! Try some of the blush as an eyeshadow. If it's too dark, apply it in the creases of your eyes, if it's too light or bright, spread it accross your lids and layer with other shades of shadow to tone it down.
As you can see, it's possible to recycle unwanted makeup. So the next time you're ready to chuck out a product, make sure it absolutely can't be used for anything else before you throw it out for good.
