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Beauty can be a very rewarding activity that anyone can enjoy doing. If you are new to using makeup, it can be somewhat confusing to keep track of the different items involved. What do you need to know about using them? Continue reading the tips below.

Vaseline is great for your feet. Doing this will make your feet soft and smooth. You will feel like you had a pedicure recently. Start rubbing your feet every night before going to bed. After you apply the Vaseline, don some socks before you tuck yourself in for the night.

A pimple can ruin your confidence in the way your skin looks. When this happens to you, try blotting a drop of toothpaste on the area. Let the toothpaste sit on the pimple for ten minutes or so. This will help dry up your pimple and make it disappear.

If you plan on a night-out right after work, refresh your look using a fluffy brush and matte powder on oily areas of your face. Use it on your cheeks to brighten your look.

Heat-activated products will actually protect your hair while you dry and style it. Dry hair and split ends can result from using these styling tools daily. This type of products will also make your hair softer and more resistant.

You must always wash away all makeup prior to going to bed. Use a washcloth that is gentle, or find a makeup remover that is not harsh on your skin. After removing the makeup, do the same skin care routine you always do. Make-up that isn't removed in the right way can clog up your pores and acne may spring up.

Set aside time every day for exercise. Daily exercise will help your body to stay looking young, fit, and healthy. This is critical to looking good. You need to exercise at least 15-20 minutes every day! This can be as simple as vacuuming your home or taking a walk around the block, but you must move and stay active.

When taking a bath or shower, don't use hot water. Hot water opens up your pores, which means more essential skin oils come out. You end up washing them away. Using warm water instead will keep your skin healthy and soft. Also, it will save you on your electricity bill.

Now you should be able to see why beauty can be such an enjoyable activity to do for yourself. Becoming more beautiful is actually a fun process. With the information in these tips, you can beautify yourself just like the pros do.