Do you know these 4 DIY Natural Makeup and Beauty Hacks?

Often times we overlook the natural ingredients that we can find in our homes which can be used to create DIY beauty products. Instead we run to expensive salons and makeup stores in order to check off our makeup shopping list.

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Shruti Chopra
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Those who wear makeup regularly are often concerned about how it affects their skin. People value ingredients like clay and minerals when checking the ingredients on makeup products. Natural-based alternatives for makeup and Styling products are now being valued more.  

Try these 4 DIYs for natural makeup alternatives:

Petroleum jelly for highlighting

Applying Vaseline is not just a healthier alternative to highlighting your cheeks, but is also a cheaper one. Vaseline  Jelly is formulated with 100% pure petroleum jelly (a blend of mineral oils and waxes). This tip will not only add a flawless natural shine to your face but also help in hydrating your skin.

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Almonds can make Kohl

Burning one almond over a flame and mixing its ashes with almond oil makes for a healthy kajal. The back of a matchstick can be used to apply your DIY kajal. Kohl is a product applied on your waterline and comes in contact with your eyes. Almonds are a rich source of vitamin E and can be beneficial when applied. Additionally, you can use the same for filling in your eyebrows.

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Flaxseed hairmask for shiny and smooth hair

You do not need to resort to chemical treatments at the salon or rely on hairspray in the hopes of achieving silky smooth hair. You can now use flaxseed to treat your hair. The recipe is easy: boil 2- 4 teaspoons of flaxseed in 1 cup of water, keep it on simmer until the consistency is similar to slime, and strain it. This provides you with a simple and quick hair mask. Apply the mixture to your hair for 20-30 minutes and rinse off. you will not be tempted to reach for your hair products post this regimen. This popular hack has been trending all over social media platforms in the past few months!

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Beetroot-coloured Lip balm and Blush

You can put together a 2 ingredient lip balm to treat yourself. The earthy and vibrant pink colour that the beetroot provides will suit all skin tones. Melt some coconut oil and add beetroot powder to the liquid. Mix it well and wait for it to set. This will set solid, particularly in the wintertime. During the summer you can refrigerate your formula. The colour of the beetroot will offer the trending lip stain effect. The same balm can now be applied to your lips and cheeks. Keeping the same colour across your face will provide a natural and neutral look which exudes elegance. This is a formula that you do not have to worry about wiping out before eating your lunch as it is free of chemicals.

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The best part about switching to these DIY beauty products is that they will be beneficial to your skin and hair over time.