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Makeup is for women alone is now an outdated statement, as men all over the world are embracing grooming tips and makeup products to mask and conceal the various patches and blemishes and look drop-dead gorgeous. So you can either stand in the corner, laugh at the men and feel left out and lonely, or join the brigade to don on the makeup and get ready for the hottest parties in town. So, are you in? Well then check out the quick and easy tricks of makeup for men right now.

Makeup for men begins with a few fundamentals. With the advancement of the beauty-conscious era, men are getting more and more involved with makeup and cosmetics. They are dancing to the groovy beats of the beauty world and coughing up of hundreds of dollars to look the very best at work, college, parties, etc.

Fortunately for men, they don’t have to drive themselves nuts with eye shadow, lipsticks, bronzers, blushes, liners, and the like. Nor do they have to sweat about extra closet space for hoarding more products. Makeup for men is only concerned with the artistic way of putting on concealer and foundation and following through with a simple skin care regimen. Check out the fascinating tips for makeup for men and learn them right now.

Determination of the skin tone and nature is the first and most essential step towards proper grooming.

Your skin may be dry, oily, a combination of the two, or regular. There is an extensive range of cosmetics that are available for every skin type. So, choose the product carefully; otherwise, the results might get botched.

There are different types of colors of concealers and foundations according to the skin complexion. Do a spot of careful swatching to make sure that the foundation you choose complements your skin tone. You do not want your face to appear a couple of shades lighter than your throat (a common and pathetic makeup mistake!). Select a foundation whose color closely resembles your skin complexion, and you are good to go.

What had once been a subject of ridicule, has now become one of the most significant trends in the world. Makeup for men is now rage across the globe with millions of men donning on subtle and flawless foundations, primers, concealers, and even highlighters.

Men are now looking into the mirror and feeling gorgeous and confident, and with the society becoming more feminist and crushing gender binaries, men have risen and have an occasional dose of moisturizer to full-blown makeup. The turning tables were further revolutionized when Tom Ford to Coco Chanel launched lines of male cosmetics products to boost the trend hundred of toners, powders, face mists, and more.

Even an all-natural and daily look for a day at work involves the use of eleven different makeup products for men. You might think that all the makeup will end in making you look like a Hollywood star ready to bang the red carpet, but when it comes to makeup for men, subtlety is the forte.

With teenage boys, in front of the webcam and computer, making makeup for men tutorial videos, it is quite evident that the raging trend has taken over the planet and justly so.

It is essential to appear well-groomed and stylish. People might tell you about Gandhiji traveling the world in a loincloth, and they will even say how being beautiful from inside is all that matters. But let’s face, you cannot just turn up at your glamorous corporate office looking like a slob. Times have changed, and you have to mold your style and appearance with the changing times, or else you might just get left behind. So, check out the grooming tips and makeup for men tricks right here.

1. Let’s start with the hair, shall we? A shock of messy hair looks fine for rock stars, but you need to trim that to an approachable shape right now. Get a hair cut once in every month, and do regular oiling, gelling, and shampooing, to ward off unsightly dandruff.

2. Moving on to the eyebrows, you only need two of them if you have got an extra spot of eyebrow like a bridge between the two, thread that off! And if your eyebrows happen to be a bit too bushy, you might consider threading at least once in a month.

3. Let’s get to the nose now. Trim your nose hair and make sure that not a single strand sticks out of the nostrils. It is imperative to keep your nose squeaky clean, so carry tissues and handkerchiefs in your pocket if you catch a cold.

4. If there is one thing that is the most crucial part of the grooming session, then that is the beard. Invest in an electric razor and good quality beard cosmetics. Keep your beard fashionably trimmed, because a jungle of hair on the cheeks and chin does not look good no matter how romantic it may seem. You need not cleanly shaven either if your face is not the type. Try out different styles and settle for the one that looks good on your face.

5. Carry breath mints to keep your breath fresh and crisp.

6. Rinse your face every morning and exfoliate it every night, to get rid of dirt and dead cells and make your face clean and bright.

7. Wear clean and ironed clothes and don’t forget to apply a few sprays of deodorant to mask the foul stench of sweat.

8. Don’t forget to clean off the ear hair. Hypertrichosis is so not cool.

9. Keep your fingernails and toenails clipped and filed all the time. Long and dirty nails look disgusting and unsanitary.

10. Use a little bit of oil control powder if you are prone to sweating. Stay well-groomed and confident, and watch the world change around you.

When it comes to makeup for men, a little can go a long way in hiding the blemishes and accentuating the facial features. Slap on a small amount of foundation to conceal the bumps and sharpen the contours.

• Bid goodbye to the pimples, acne, and dark circles with a concealer that matches your skin tone.
• Use an eyebrow pencil to highlight your eyes and forehead. The key to getting a natural look with makeup is to blend the foundation nicely so that the color does not look out of place.

Check out the makeup for men kits given below that are highly recommended by beauty professionals.

The Makeup For Men 101 Kit is one of the most fantastic fashion kits for men. The package includes two stellar makeup products of Menaji which are HDPV Anti-Shine Powder and Urban Camouflage, a non-chemical concealer which is undetectable on the skin. 

• The Urban Camouflage covers spots, prevents the onset of pimple breakouts, conceals redness, dark circles, and hair scars. Whether you are going to work or getting dolled up for a party, the Urban Camouflage is the best for your skin tone, complexion, and texture.

• The HDPV Anti-Shine Powder is so naturally hued that no-one will ever notice it on your skin. It blends in with your skin tone and masks the pimples and blemishes on the face. The powder is especially great for hiding wrinkles, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation patches on the skin.

Men hate acne breakout just as women do. So here is a recommended acne makeup kit for men that is excellent in masking the evil bumps on the face.

The Gym Kit comes as a package of the most iconic Menaji cosmetic products crafted for men. The package includes a face and body scrub, lip agent of SPF 15, and ClearShave 3-in-1 formula. 
 

• The face and body scrub helps to get rid of the dirt, oil, excess sebum, and dead skin cells from the face and unclog the pores, which prevents and cures acne with its blend of ginseng, azulene, kelp, jojoba, and lime peel extracts.

• The lip agent of SPF 15 enriches the lips with vitamin E, jojoba, macadamia, and sunflower oils and protects the lips from the UV rays of the sun.

• The ClearShave 3-in-1 formula gives you a sophisticated shave with shaped beards, sculpted mustaches, and stylish sideburns without the use of water.

There is a socially constructed concept that men who use makeup products lack masculinity, but it is high time to demolish such a dumb and sexist idea and take part in the raging tornado of makeup for men. Indulge your appearance with top quality makeup products and don’t feel reluctant to pop into the local salon whenever you can to get ready and get going.

We’ve come a long way in serving moms-to-be. Back in the dark ages, expecting parents had no means of gauging the health or appearance of their babies, and so had no choice but to wing it. Now, parents have access to technology like 3D—or even 4D—ultrasounds, that can show you your baby’s face in high definition before it’s born. 

One of the joys of modern prenatal testing is that parents no longer have to wait for the big day to discover their baby’s gender. Knowing this can help you pick a suitable name, or even make your preparations easier. So, which pregnancy gender tests are the most simple, affordable and safe?

We’ve handpicked 12 methods that anyone can try, even if it’s only for the fun of it. 

If you’re looking for effortless (and free) ways to predict your baby’s gender, there might be some truth to the old wive’s tales. Sure, they’re not backed by science, but we must remember that there was a time when these superstitions were all people had to go on, and so were deemed fail-safe. There’s no harm in paying attention to these tricks to see if they work for you. 

Rumour has it that your body can tell you if you’re having a boy or a girl. According to legend, girls will steal your beauty, so acne breakouts are a sure sign that a little girl is on the way. If that’s the case, you’ll also carry her high. On the other hand, if you’re pregnant with a boy, you’ll carry low and your skin will shine with that beautiful, pregnancy glow.

Boys are also said to be troublesome for your feet. If your toes or ankles swell or you’ve inexplicably gone up a shoe size, expect a son. We know of a few ladies who are proof of this!

If you conceived deliberately, you may know that a woman’s basal temperature can influence how easily she falls pregnant. You can also make yourself pregnant with your preferred gender if you play your cards right. Science shows that “girl” sperm is more resilient in acidic, warmer conditions, while “boy” sperm needs milder environments to thrive in.

Did you know that body temperature might also be a giveaway when it comes to your baby’s gender? If you’re hot, sweaty or flushed throughout your pregnancy, you’re likely having a girl. If you feel chilly, it’s very possibly a boy. 

Baking soda is one of those things that seemingly solves everything. You can use it to clean stains, wash your hair, make volcanos for your kid’s science project, or even whiten your teeth. It can also play a role in getting an inside look at your baby’s gender. You’ll need two clean containers: one for the experiment and one to collect your urine. It’s best to do this in the morning when your urine is most concentrated.

Add a couple of tablespoons of baking soda to your container, and then all you have to do is pour your urine onto it. If it fizzles, you’re more likely pregnant with a girl, and if it stays flat, you’re more likely having a boy. There is some science to back this up. The reaction has to do with acidity. As we mentioned, girls are more likely to survive the acid in your reproductive system, so if your urine is high in acidity, it’s likely that a girl won the race.

It sounds silly, but much like the baking soda test, this red cabbage experiment could be a matter of your body’s chemical or hormonal state. You’ll need clear containers that you don’t mind adding your urine to as well. Here’s what you should do:

Boil half a head of red cabbage in about 16 ounces of water, stirring every now and then to get the juices out. Once the water has turned a deep purple color, take it off the heat and strain the water into one of your containers. Add an equal amount of your urine to the water and wait for it to change color. 
If it’s red, it’s more likely a boy; if it’s pink you’re more likely to have a girl.

It’s believed that both the Mayans and the ancient Chinese used a simple trick to determine the sex of a baby on the way. While it’s origins are unclear, the Mayans are largely credited for coming up with it. They may have failed us in predicting the end of the world, but many new moms swear by this method:

If both your age when you conceived, and the month you conceived in are odd numbers, or if both are even, the Mayans predicted a girl. If your age and conception month are a mix of an odd and even number, their charts say you’ll have a boy. 

In a more traditional Old Wive’s tale, the food you eat before you fall pregnant can decide the gender you’ll give birth to. Other renditions say that the food you want to eat when you’re already pregnant foretell whether you’ll give birth to a son or daughter. According to this theory, if you crave sweet treats, your bundle of joy is a girl, but if you crave salty or spicy foods, it’s a boy.  

Do you believe in prophetic dreams? In the old days, moms-to-be had many superstitions regarding their subconscious when it came to pregnancy. Dreaming of your baby in the flesh was one way to predict its gender, but the catch is that your dreams will tell you the opposite. If your dream of a girl you should expect a boy and vice versa. 

Our simple tricks are, of course, hit and miss but we’re recommending them because they’re fun and are more accurate than you may realize. Still, we live in the information age so if you’re looking for something a bit more reliable, turn to technology.

Home pregnancy tests were patented in 1969 but were only made commercially available in 1977. If you’re  Gen X or Millenial, your mom probably didn’t have access to them. They’re a staple now and are probably the first things we reach for when we suspect pregnancy. Home gender testing kits function in a similar way and can be found in drugstores or even ordered online. The most prominent and reliable of these is called the SneakPeek Early Gender DNA test. Be warned that you’ll have to prick your finger to draw a tiny blood sample, so if you’re afraid of needles or blood, this may not be for you. They’re almost 100 percent accurate though, and you can use them as early as 8 weeks. 

Your doctor knows best, so if you want to do things the modern way, speaking to your OB/GYN is still the most reliable way to discover your baby’s gender. A funny fact that we learned is that obstetricians don’t use scientific methods to test for gender. It all comes down to whether or not your baby’s parts are visible in the ultrasound. Think about it. Doctors can only tell your baby’s gender because it’s flashed at them! 

If you’re not afraid of a little practical magic, we’ve found a trick that will make you feel like a fortune teller. What’s great about it is that you can use this as a gender reveal party game at your baby shower. Get your guests to place bets, and reward those who guess correctly.

You’ll want to use a needle that is big enough to see and easily thread cotton through. Ask for a volunteer—or nominate your man—to dangle the needle about an inch or so above your belly. Keep it as still as possible, and wait for it to swing. Note that whoever is holding it must not influence it, and should stay as still as possible.

Give it a few seconds and the needle will swing on its own. Legend says that if it swings back and forth, you’re pregnant with a boy, but if it spins you can expect a baby girl. 

If dangling a needle above your pregnant belly seems like a bad idea; or if you couldn’t be bothered to find and thread the needle in the first place, we know of an easier alternative. Instead of using a needle, use your wedding ring instead. The method and results are exactly the same, but it’s safer and more personal. You could also try this as an intimate exercise with your hubby, rather than performing it in front of guests for entertainment. 

One last superstition won’t have anything to do with you. It’s true that some fathers experience morning sickness or sympathy pains. If so, it could signify your baby’s gender. If your man gains weight throughout your pregnancy, history says you should prepare for a girl. 

Learning your baby’s gender is one of the most exciting and emotional parts of pregnancy, so we understand if you’re too eager to wait until you get the news. Some of these methods might not be reliable, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t work. If you’re open-minded, give them a try.

You can also give all of them a go and compare your results to see how consistent they are. Don’t forget that you’re not obligated to know your baby’s gender beforehand. There’s a special thrill in waiting it out until you can meet your baby in person. We don’t blame you for being impatient though, so go ahead and give these tests a try. 

Sometimes life calls for dramatic eye makeup. We love the ravishing full effect of smoky eyes and long glossy dark lashes for a special occasion or a night out on the town. But what about an everyday stop at Starbucks, a trip to the gym perfectly timed for when that cute guy is sure to be working out, or an afternoon meeting with your boss? For everyday life, natural-looking makeup is most certainly the way to go. And, with a few tips and tricks, you can easily apply makeup which will enhance your eyes naturally without anyone else even knowing you are wearing any makeup at all.

But before we get to the makeup, first things first – If your eyes are puffy from lack of sleep, a rough night out, or sensitivity caused by allergens, try soothing them with a cool compress for a few minutes as part of your morning routine. If you don’t have a compress, steep some tea bags, allow them to cool completely in the fridge and then place gently over your eyes. The combination of caffeine and coolness can help to reduce swelling quickly and naturally. 

Before applying any makeup, always start with freshly cleansed and moisturized skin. This includes using a moisturizer that is meant specifically for the extra sensitive area around the eyes. Apply eye moisturizer very gently using your ring finger and a quick patting motion. Always allow a few minutes for the cream to penetrate the skin completely before applying your makeup.

The first step in applying eye makeup? Begin with a concealer made explicitly for the under eye area. We personally adore Trish McEvoy’s Instant Eye Lift as it helps to eliminate puffiness under the eyes and can also help to minimize the look of dark circles.  This product also contains vitamin E, which helps to diminish fine lines.

If you are especially conscious of dark circles under your eyes, a condition which is often genetic, try Olay Eyes Illuminating Eye Cream. It’s pigmented formula will help to help minimize the darkness. When using an undereye concealer, apply a few dots in an inverted “V” shape to help create a natural look and then gently blend using your ring finger.

Next, apply a primer to your lids. A primer allows eye shadow to adhere to your eyelids without creasing and flaking off throughout the day. We like a primer made just for eyes and our fave is Urban Decay Eye Shadow Primer Potion. Use just a tiny dab gently applied to each eye. You can apply using your fingertips, always making sure your hands are clean before touching your face, and then gently blend with a concealer brush. Experts suggest applying a bit of primer under your eyes if you are planning to add a bit of eyeshadow below your lower lash line.

To avoid makeup that looks harsh or too dramatic, consider the area of the eye known as the waterline. This often neglected area, where the rim of your eyelids meets your eye can be made up subtly to allow your lashes to look longer. To get this effect, use a black or brown pencil to line the waterlines both above and below your eye. Close your eyes tightly to allow the pigment to adhere to the roots of your lashes, then, use a Q-tip to remove most of the color from the waterlines. Your lashes will look instantly longer and darker. Here’s a tutorial showing how it’s done! 

Another tip, use a neutral toned soft brown shadow, one that is just a shade darker than your natural skin tone, and brush it into the creases below your lower lashes. Blend well with a makeup brush to ensure there are no harsh edges. You can also apply a bit of a naturally toned shadow to the center of your lids, brow bone and the very inner corners of your eyes and then carefully blend well with a makeup brush. We love these gorgeous neutral eyes from Fenty Beauty. 

Credit: @fentybeauty / Instagram

The most natural way to enhance your eyes, is by applying just a bit of mascara…as nothing screams unnatural like a lot of clumpy mascara, try applying your as shown in the tutorial to avoid any clumps. Your lashes will appear longer and darker, but it won’t be obvious to anyone that you are even wearing any mascara. 

Want to watch a beauty blogger create a natural, neutral look for her eyes? Check out this video tutorial.

You may have heard the phrase, “snake venom is a natural product but it can kill you.” Ilia Beauty has built a makeup line based on the philosophy that not every natural product is safe for the skin and not all synthetic products are bad. Ilia features beautiful products that make your skin look and feel great and their eye makeup line is no exception. We love their mascaras, shadows and liners.

When you think about makeup made for sensitive skin, drugstore favorite Almay certainly comes to mind. A staple for many years in the sensitive skin arena, Almay is always 100% hypoallergenic, fragrance free and their products are never tested on animals. Two of our favorite products to try… Almay smokey eye trio shadow and Almay mega volume mascara.

As tempting as it might be after a long day, never ever crawl into bed without first removing all of your makeup and thoroughly cleansing your face. When removing eye makeup, the first rule is to be gentle. Scrubbing and tugging the delicate skin around the eye in an effort to remove makeup will lead to puffiness in the morning and harsh looking wrinkles later in life.

For the most natural of eye makeup removers, we just love organic coconut oil. Chances are you already have a jar of this multipurpose wonder product in your kitchen and it makes for an inexpensive and gentle way to remove eye makeup. Simply allow the coconut oil to melt into liquid form in your hand and then gently apply to eyes. Pat with a warm, damp washcloth, rinse with cool water and pat dry with a clean towel.

We also like this paraben free cleanser available from Sephora, this product contains honey and other natural ingredients and won’t irritate even the most sensitive eyes. It’s also safe to use if you wear synthetic or natural false eyelashes.

Another gentle yet effective eye makeup remover that we like this NARS product contains both aloe and cucumber, two ingredients which help to nourish and calm the delicate skin around the eye. This product removes even stubborn and waterproof makeup and is safe for contact lens wearers.

Have you heard of Micellar Water? Originated in France, this product looks, smells and feels like regular tap water but is actually an all in one makeup removing powerhouse. Micellar water is gentle enough to use on the eyes but we love its ability to remove makeup, cleanse skin and tone. And the best part? You don’t even need to rinse your face after using it. Just use a cotton ball and bang, you’re finished and ready for bed. 

And finally we love everything about Jessica Alba’s brand AHAVA. This eye makeup remover quickly and effectively removes stubborn eye makeup without leaving skin feeling slick or greasy. This product is a must try for anyone suffering from oily skin.

Our eyes are delicate areas that must be cared for gently. Always remove makeup using a gentle and natural makeup remover designed specifically for the eye area. Moisturize each morning and night before applying concealer, primer, shadow, liner or mascara. When just a bit of makeup is applied properly your eyes will pop and no one will ever know you’re wearing even a stitch of makeup.

You might think that buying a foundation is simply a matter of choosing a color you like and applying it. If you are new to wearing make-up or applying foundation, then there are a number of factors you need to consider before making your purchase. For instance, you need to consider your skin color and skin tone, then match the foundation to that.

It can be pretty complicated when most foundations have a choice of over 90 shades. Getting your foundation right is very important since if you get this wrong then the rest of the make-up you apply will not look right either. Fortunately, there is help at hand and the article below will give you advice when choosing what foundation to go for.

You will need to decide your skin tone first before jumping in and buying the first foundation that you see. You can do this simply by wearing a plain white t-shirt, stand in front of a natural light source and look into a mirror. Your skin may look yellow/red on one side and this indicates that you have a warm skin color, on the other hand, if it is more bluish-pink you have a cool skin tone.
 

When choosing a foundation, you need to match your skin’s undertones which aren’t always easy. Your skin color may be different from your skin tone so it is not always possible to choose a foundation color based on your skin color. For example, medium skin color with a yellowish skin tone would be best with a foundation that has a hint of yellow. Some brands of the foundation have colors like cool sand or warm honey so they have been chosen to suit a particular skin tone.

Different foundations suit different skin types, so a powder may be best on oily skin, a wet foundation on dryer skin. Always consider your skin type when buying a foundation. If your skin is very dry, it might not be a good idea to wear any foundation as it could harm your skin further. There are also problems like wrinkles, acne, rosacea, Psoriasis and sensitive skin to consider when purchasing a foundation.

Foundation is a colored make-up that goes on the face to make an even, toned appearance to the face. It covers blemishes, flaws and occasionally changes the skin tone. There are certain foundations that act as a moisturizer, base layer or sunscreen. It is also possible to apply the foundation to the body.
 

The ingredients vary from foundation to foundation, depending on the type used. Powder type moisturizer relies on powder for consistency, especially talc. There are pigments, emollients and binding agents that allow the foundation to stick to the skin better.

Water-based foundation combines water and emollients for lightweight and ease of application. Furthermore, the water-based foundation is often manufactured using clay as an ingredient, this gives it a matte finish.
 

The silicone foundation is made from a mix of water and silicone. Other ingredients that are used include; mineral oil, alcohol and titanium oxide.

Using the right foundation is important as a base for the rest of the make-up. Natural looking is what you want to achieve when applying a foundation. You need to go with the color that closely matches your skin. When applying foundation, apply it seamlessly then nobody will be able to tell you are wearing any make-up. On the other hand, if you want to go with a less natural look, then choose a darker foundation for your skin and apply a lot more make-up.  This is the kind of look for going out to a night club or pub.
 

During the day you will want to go for a more natural look, especially if you are working.

If your skin is very dry, applying make-up to it may make it look even flakier than it actually is. Before long the natural glow you were trying to achieve is now looking like fine grit sandpaper.
 

There are many reasons for dry skin and they may be as diverse as the cold, winter weather. Even taking hot showers can cause dry skin or eating too much salt. Ideally, you should try going without make-up until your moisturizer has the chance to work. However, not everyone has an even complexion and might need full coverage, moisturizer foundation.

There are ingredients in a foundation that make your skin drier, things like silicone and talc. Salicylic acid should be avoided when you have dry skin as it makes flaky patches worse. Instead, you should be looking for ingredients that are rehydrating like, hydrochloric acid and vitamin E.
 

We have selected 3 dry skin foundations for you to try. Hopefully, this will help put an end to your dry skin and improve your beauty routine.

This moisturizer helps to correct a variety of complexion problems, especially dry skin. The oil-free moisturizer gives a more flawless look and corrects color at the same time.

The light reflective particles in this foundation help to create a luminous glow. The added hydration to improve skin and makes it feel softer.

This foundation from Rimmel provides 25-hour protection from heat and humidity. It is enriched with Mineral Complex and Aqua Primer that moisturizes and leaves the skin feeling hydrated.

It can be difficult finding the best foundation for oily skin. You need a mattifying finish with oil control, but you also don’t want to dry your skin and make it look patchy. We have selected 3 of the best foundations for oily skin.
 

If you have oily skin, Primer will set your make-up and slow oil-production. Blotting papers will absorb extra oil from the skin without getting in the way of your foundation.

The powder creates a wonderful, flawless, matte finish that lasts for a long time. It is perfect for oily skin and you can apply it heavily or lightly depending on where your problem areas are.

Giorgio Armani is a well-known brand that specializes in luminous foundations. However, foundation and oily skin do not usually go together. However, Armani’s new Power Fabric Foundation makes it possible to wear a foundation even if you have oily skin. It provides full coverage and leaves the skin looking radiant.

This foundation lasts for a whole 24 hours with full coverage that offers a lightweight, natural finish perfect for oily skin. The foundation covers dark marks, acne, scars, and hyperpigmentation for a flawless finish.

This foundation is an oil-free formula giving a hydrating effect to the skin without making it look oily. Furthermore, there is the extra protection of an SPF 15 that will help through the winter months as well as during the summer.

The trademarks of a combination skin include an oily T-zone and dry patches near the cheeks. This can make it difficult to find a good foundation. If you don’t get the foundation right then you’ll end up with no real coverage and other parts that are cakey and powdery. We have 3 of the best combination of skin foundations that can be worn through the daytime or whilst in a nightclub.
 

When applying the foundation to combination skin, apply a top primer first to ensure the look lasts and has an even finish.

This foundation is perfect for combination skin since it offers hydration, but is oil free. It has a natural matte finish for combination skin with an added SPF15.

There is a magic formula to this foundation that took five years to develop and a lot of specialist scientific work. The foundation has longevity and a glow that lasts through day and night. Furthermore, it has SPF15 to protect against the harmful UVA rays and is a perfect foundation for combination skin.

When applied to the skin it feels light and gives an overall even glow. It is easy to blend the liquid and you only have to use a small amount each application. The foundation offers longevity and lasts all day so definitely lives up to its 12-hour promise. It is perfect for combination skin and makes the skin feel really soft which could be due to the tea extract.

Finding the right foundation for your skin color and particular skin type is important and takes research. Hopefully, this article helped point you in the right direction and you have a greater understanding of the different types of foundation. When buying a foundation make the decision about what extra features you need. Do you need an SPF factor? Moisturizer? Self-Tan?

Ask yourself these questions before you make the decision of what foundation to choose. Next, determine what your skin type is and if it is oily, dry or combination. When you answer these questions you will be ready to buy your foundation. Take a look at the above foundations we recommend, as these are among the best foundations on the market and you cannot go wrong by choosing one of these.

Nothing feels better than the feeling of butterflies in the stomach because of that person you love. We feel as if we are floating in clouds when we are in love, but have you ever asked yourself: what are the reasons why I’m so crazy for him or her? 

Love is such a big feeling that it makes us like things we never expected to, as it might be a gesture or a look, the way he or she treats you in bed or out of it, as the reasons to be so in love can literally be endless. 

If you are in love and they are back in love with you, hold on to that feeling because one of the reasons to be in a relationship is that you are part of something or someone, and also, you stop thinking only of your necessities and start taking his or hers in consideration. 

Falling in love is beautiful and finding a lot of reasons to do so is beautiful, too. We will show you a list of 20 different reasons to love someone: 

There is nothing better than loving someone for the right reasons. Here are ours:

Seriously, who wants to be alone, or feel alone, ever? As I know for a fact that no one you could possibly want this, loving someone to feel accompanied is one of the right reasons. There is nothing better than having company and feeling as if we are not alone in the world. It is a great feeling to know that someone is always on your side. There is nothing wrong with admitting this, it is a common feeling amongst humans. 

It can be hard to keep ourselves grounded and on the right path without someone’s constant advice. When we love someone, and that someone loves us back, their guidance will come almost naturally. When we love, we have purpose, and purpose is what keeps us from losing ourselves.

Love is inspiring as hell. When we are in love, it is easy to see beauty and creativity in everything we do and perceive. You will see how things starting getting easier, and I am talking about pretty much everything you do or have to do in your life. From work, hobbies, anything, you will feel how that inspiration you got because of love makes everything flow right out of you naturally. It is pretty cool.

We all dream about the little people we will leave on earth as our legacy. We fantasize on how they will look, be, what they will like, if they are going to look like you or your partner, and all of that. That is why having a legacy is a reason to fall in love, consider it as a gift from your relationship if you actually want kids and if you are ready for them. 

In love, more is more. Here are our best good reasons to love that special someone more and more each day:

What is more amazing than a feeling? Who doesn’t love to feel? to be excited all the time, to be alive? To see someone and feel the right kind of dizzy? Nobody likes to lead a monotonous life without any emotions or excitement, am I right? We all want to feel, to be human. That is what loves does to you, and that is why it is a reason to love someone deeply and more every day. 

If feeling it on your own is not the best thing ever, making someone feel is definitely it. Seeing how you make someone happy, how you change their life, their routine, how they are in love with you is pretty damn good. Seeing how you can improve someone, that they actually care for you, appreciate you, care for you is a reason to love from the bottom of your heart. It is amazing. 

We can all agree on the fact that when we love someone, moments and memories we share with that person become indescribable, unexplainable, almost unbelievable. Everything we share with them seems to be magical. Memories become dreamy. What can feel better than having these intimate moments with that someone? Dare to love and see for yourself what I am talking about.

You know how when you are in love every single little thing makes you fall even deeper for that special someone. Like the way the walk, blink, talk, the way their dimples show when they laugh, just the smallest details you never thought you will even notice in anyone. It is pretty surreal. Those little things are definitely a reason to love her or him more, as they work as a spell on you.

Love is weird, and when we feel it, some weird things might happen is us. Here are the weirdest reasons  to fall in love: 

I know; opposites attract, or that is what people say. It might not be so true, so don’t get fooled. Studies have shown that relationships are more likely to last between people that have the same personalities and life goals because it is simpler to understand each other. If your partner is just as you, you share the same fetishes, aspirations, preferences, you have got yourself a weird reason to love him or her. Trust me, it will make everything easier.

This is a reason just for women out there. You will probably believe this is bullshit, but 4 different studies and experiments from different sources confirmed that women find men with dogs more attractive as it shows maturity and a tendency to compromise. It also makes them look more relaxed, easy-going, and accessible. The study said it, not me. 

This one here is pretty weird, too. Playing music is related to sex, if you didn’t know. Yes, it is so random, but it is true! A study in France showed that a man holding a guitar got way more phone numbers from girls that one who didn’t. Come on, we all love artists. they are just so sexy and enchanting.

An experiment in 1974 gave two options to a group of men: crossing a high bridge or a normal safe bridge. At the end of the trail, they would get a female’s phone number, and they had to call her. The ones that got some adrenaline and crossed the bridge were way more confident when calling the woman. 

That is why doing exciting things together is so important; it gives life, fire, and confidence in your relationship. Keep him or her close if this is your case, it will make your love explode!

Love can also get very confusing, and we might jump to it for the wrong reasons, which is a huge mistake always. It will bring terrible consequences for you and your partner, so look out for these wrong reasons to love someone:

Pressure because of age, family or friends might be one of the reasons why we push ourselves to love someone. This is wrong not only for yourself but for the person you wish to love. You need to do this when you and only you are ready, never feel pressured to love if you don’t want to yet, not matter what anyone says.

Never, and I do mean never, love someone or use them as a rebound. This will only break you even more, and end up breaking someone else in the way, too. Remember, always fix yourself first before being with someone else. At the end it will be easier and less pain will be inflicted this way.

Again, you can’t love anyone without loving yourself and having your emotions together first. If you love without being mentally and emotionally stable, it will consume you, and chances are it won’t end up good. You will be 10 times worse after, and you may ruin that person,too.

Sex is just one part of a relationship. Never love someone just for sex, people mean much more than that in any situation. Don’t use love just for sex. It will be more enjoyable and will come naturally when a relationship has a pure deep love, so work on that first. 

Quotes make everything more beautiful and that is why we will show you some of the best when it comes to reasons to love someone. Check them out and dedicate them to your significant other: