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Multi-purpose Uses Of Different Makeup Products

By Shabana

Women are the worst packers when it comes to travelling. They just cannot travel light and end up paying for the extra baggage all the time.

Be it for a vacation or for work purposes, they just have to carry around all of their favourite dresses and essentials where ever they go.

Friends may have advised you to lighten the load of your kit by eliminating a few things. But what if you suddenly require that very product during the trip?

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It is nothing less than a catastrophe if you ever encounter a beauty emergency in a foreign land, for which you have no solution because you decided to lighten your makeup bag just to avoid paying for the extra baggage.

Women have to look perfect all the time. That is why carrying a makeup kit is essential. A woman simply cannot part with her beloved makeup bag, even if she has to pay extra for it to accompany her everywhere.

There is one way you can lighten up the load of your makeup kit. You don't have to carry different products for cleansing, toning makeup removal, lip stains, blush, etc. Regular products in your makeup bag can be used in multiple ways.

This is the trick employed by lots of professional makeup artists. They use products which can be used in multiple ways. There are many advantages of using multi-purpose products. They lighten the load of your makeup bag.

They help save you lots of time and money as well. Instead of buying one product for one use, you can use the same product for different purposes.

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Most of these multi-purpose products are travel-friendly, which is very convenient for women who are always looking for makeup options when on the go.

This article will tell you about makeup products that can be used in different ways. These products are multi-purpose and will make your makeup kit lighter.

1) Lipstick:

1) Lipstick:

A lipstick is extremely versatile and can be used as a blush stick/cheek stain or an eyeshadow. You don't have to carry a different blush or an eyeshadow palate. Rub the lipstick onto your eyelids with your fingertips. Apply it as a blush on your cheek bones too.

The one-shade trend is also extremely popular in the make-up scene too. It means using only one shade of colour on your eyes, lips and cheeks. So, this useful tool will not only lighten your makeup bag, but also help you score some serious points in the game.

2) Petroleum Jelly:

2) Petroleum Jelly:

Never underestimate the power of petroleum jelly. It can be a life-saver and is a must in your makeup kit. Apart from using on chapped lips, it can be used to remove makeup. It can double up as an instant highlighter for your cheeks. Just use a little on your cheek bones for that extra glow. Use it instead of a body lotion to get rid of the dry areas. You can also use it on the hair to prevent any fly-away hair when a hair serum is not handy.

3) Lip Liner:

3) Lip Liner:

A lip liner in neutral shades such as brown or pink can be used as an eyeliner pencil as well. You can also use it to shape your brows and fill up the empty spaces.

4) A Multi-purpose BB Cream:

4) A Multi-purpose BB Cream:

A BB cream can act as a base for your makeup. It works as a primer and lets your makeup last longer. It also acts as a concealer. Most BB creams double up as a moisturizer and sunscreen too, so you have just one product for all your basic needs.

5) Translucent Powder:

5) Translucent Powder:

We usually use loose powder to set our makeup. But it can be used for various purposes. Apply a coat of lipstick and dab some loose powder on it. Then, add another coat of lipstick. This will make your lipstick last longer. Apply loose powder between two coats of a mascara to make your lashes appear thick and long. You can also use it as a dry shampoo. Because of its oil-absorbing properties, it will help absorb the excess oil on the scalp and make your hair appear neat and smell fresh.

Story first published: Wednesday, August 16, 2017, 17:47 [IST]
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