As a woman and a makeup artist who has been a part of the beauty business for many years, I have concluded that image is everything across the board. Whether you are an entrepreneur, stay at home mom or business executive. Ultimately the way you feel about yourself and the way you present your outward image speaks volumes. It's a fact that most humans are generally very visual. They will first be attracted to you by the way you look, then come to a complete conclusion after you speak. I am of the opinion that our image sells us first. Over the years I have worked with all types of women, and the one thing I noted is, when a woman feels good about herself, she automatically grows 10ft taller (it's the best part of what I do, feeling that joy of satisfaction).
Image goes beyond the way you look, and it has everything to do with the way you feel about yourself. Developing an intimate relationship with yourself and learning what works for you will go a long way.
Here are 3 quick tips that can help you become aware, and by extension, feel and look amazing.
Tip 1 My top advice given to clients, is to note that the average woman does not need a lot to look polished. Less is more. Makeup that looks like skin is in, and less is also not distracting. Keep it simple. Its classy. We all experience low days. This works for me on my low days, I pick myself up by going the extra mile. I wear something cute, even if it’s just my favourite pair of shoes with whatever else I choose to wear. I do very little with my face once my skin looks good, I can pop my eyes with an eyeshadow that looks like my skin (no color),a natural pair of lashes or a few coats of volumizing lengthening mascara and perhaps red or nude lipstick depending on my mood. Sometimes I don’t even bother to define my eyebrows. My eyes are one of my best features, and mascara or lashes helps to make me look awake.
Tip 2 Invest time to incorporate your skincare routine into your bath routine. (no excuses). Use products that are tailored to your specific skin type and ensure you care for your eyes. Investing in your skin will go a long way into your future. Eat for your skin. Develop a lifestyle that will contribute to getting results for both your skin and body. When your skin tone is even and free of acne and blackheads, it's the one thing that contributes to making you feel fantastic. Good skin also means less foundation. By the way, Foundation should only be used to create the illusion of a flawless even toned skin. When you understand this, you won’t mask it.
Tip 3 Feeling good from the inside out, is the key to one’s self-confidence. This one is personal, because what works for me may not work for you. I believe being grounded spiritually is the number 1 key to feeling awesome, in spite of what is going on around me. Once I feel Divinely connected, everything else is icing on the cake. Some days, saying my prayers is not enough. I need music to lift my vibrations and give me that inner high I need to face and conquer my day. My job entails contributing to others feeling good about themselves. So, it's very easy for me to pass along that positive energy when I feel good holistically before I step out my door. We live in an energy vibrating world. Most people can feel us long before we open our mouth. Find what grounds you, it is all a part of creating an intimate relationship with yourself.
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