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- NewsSmita DeSouza, Yahoo Beauty Blogger
The 6-step in-flight beauty routine that’ll keep you looking fabulous
Flying can be incredibly stressful — not only are you cooped up in a cramped space for hours, the stale, dehydrated air and airplane food can wreak havoc on your skin. In a bid to look slightly human after a flight, I have narrowed down the ideal airplane beauty essentials for travel. This tried and tested routine will leave your skin hydrated, healthy and glowing as you whizz off to your vacation. Click through the gallery above to find out more and let us know what you think by tweeting us @Ya
- NewsSmita DeSouza, Yahoo Beauty Blogger
6 awesome highlighters ranked by glow factor
It’s countouring’s simpler cousin and the fastest, quickest way to fake healthy and glowing skin. Also known as strobing, highlighting can help blur minor imperfections, erase signs of fatigue and restore youthfulness.
- NewsSmita DeSouza, Yahoo Beauty Blogger
10 makeup hacks that will make your eyes look bigger
Every Disney movie I ever watched growing up taught me that bigger eyes and batting your lashes got you everything, including the boy. Just think of Mila Kunis, Sarah Hyland, Amanda Seyfried or Zooey Deschanel and you’ll know what I mean.
- NewsSmita DeSouza, Yahoo Beauty Blogger
The ultimate festival beauty survival kit - 14 items you’ll need to stay fresh
Festival season is officially upon us and if you’re anything like me, you’re going to want your makeup and hair to look as good as the perfect outfits you’ve picked out. But being out in the open – exposed to the sun, wind and maybe even a bit of rain can make that a bit challenging. To help you out, we’ve put together a handy list of beauty essentials that you’re going to need to pack along with your flower crowns and ponchos.
- NewsSmita DeSouza, Yahoo Beauty Blogger
6 tips to fight summer frizz
Summer is synonymous with Mai Tais at the beach, barbeques in the backyard, glowing sun-kissed skin and… frizzy hair. Use a rich, smoothing shampoo and conditioner that will really hydrate your strands. The Moroccanoil Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner infuse each strand with argan oil and argan butter while replenishing essential proteins for smooth, healthy hair.
- NewsSmita DeSouza, Yahoo Beauty Blogger
How to exfoliate based on your skin type
Over exfoliating can wreck havoc with your skin making it raw and sensitive. The key is knowing how often you need to exfoliate and finding the right exfoliator for your skin type. If you’re exfoliating with chemicals like Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHAs), don’t forget the sunscreen! Exfoliating leaves your skin sensitive to the sun so always slather on the SPF before leaving the house to prevent any spots and pigmentation.
- NewsSmita DeSouza, Yahoo Beauty Blogger
The really important skincare step you’re probably skipping
As you grow older, the skin’s natural ability to slough off dead skin slows down. This is further exacerbated by sun damage, having dry or oily skin types and skin disorders. As the natural process of shedding is compromised, the dead skin sits on the surface longer. The accumulated dead skin settles in pores and over time it mixes with sebum which can block pores and lead to breakouts.
