(Newswire.net — February 28, 2016) — In a selfie obsessed culture filled with contouring videos and fake hair, nails, lashes and lips, it seems like looking good is synonymous with a lack of authenticity. But contrary to popular belief and pop culture, looking good improves your day-to-day life. Yes, it takes a little more time to put on makeup every morning, but sometimes it is worth the extra effort. Here are some tips to keep you looking and feeling great without requiring hours upon hours spent at the salon.
Work out to Feel Great
Sometimes you leave the gym feeling worse about yourself than when you got there because of all the fancy workout equipment and skimpy outfits, not to mention the mirrors. As an alternative, consider working out somewhere else to maximize your endorphin rush and keep your body looking and feeling great. Yoga is a positive practice that you can do at home with the help of YouTube videos. Get outside for a hike or a brisk 20 minute walk for emotional, mental and physical health benefits. In fact, the Daily Mail reports that walking can activate calming nerve cells in the brain.
Get Inspired by Runway Readiness
When you think of a runway show, you don’t usually think about everyday makeup. But you can learn valuable lessons from Tommy Hilfiger, Pamella Roland and Michael Kors’ 2016 showings, which showcased a totally accessible, cool girl ease and simple makeup. Designers often opt for super dramatic lashes or a vibrant lip color and keep the rest of the face relatively simple. This cuts down on prep time and keeps the show on time without sacrificing style and drama.
Take this concept and run with it in your daily routine. Spend the time going to cosmetics counters to find a ridiculously flattering lip color or two that lights up your face and makes you look and feel vibrant. Just owning a nude and a dramatic red, burgundy or bright pink empowers you to pare down the rest of your makeup routine. Add a little cover up and mascara, and you’re ready to go without sacrificing style and sophistication.
If you still need more guidance on how to get the runway look, search for online blogs and videos that focus on makeup, skin care and style.
Help Others and Help Yourself
Even though you have good days and bad days when it comes to your self-image, there are others who are not so lucky. Organizations such as Look Good Feel Better cater to women who have lost everything, including their self-image, to the ravages of breast cancer. It has helped over 900,000 women in 26 countries feel like themselves again. So when you’re feeling less than enthusiastic about your appearance, get involved in an organization that helps you change that feeling from the outside in.
Looking good doesn’t have to be a time-consuming chore. If you put in a little time, you may find that you feel more self-confident and ready to take on the world.