Immediately when a new style or endorsement is trending, everyone rushes stores, salons and make-up counters to make their dream a reality. We anticipate the glide of lipstick, the sweep of bronzer across our face or bangs get set into place haircut we will only sparkle during the day. Then after the purchase, defeat sets in as soon as the reflection is the mirror is worse than the original. Well, know that someone cares and below are a few tips to get you there.

What are you trying to accomplish?

The media outlets are misleading. Lights and airbrushing is not what you are looking for. What we see is appealing, but everyone does not have the same style. Pick apart what suits you and make it your own. The technique or eye-shadow may be what you are after, not both. So decide: What are my positives that I can enhance? Then decide how you want to accomplish it. I may be with makeup or creams.

Skin type / skin tone.

You don’t know what you’re looking for until you know what you have. It is a good idea to be aware your skin type and what agrees with it. This is necessary to know to avoid irritation of your skin. It is also, where the details come in. There are brands, suited to specific skin types. It is a good rule of thumb to know this before you begin. All shades do not show up the same on everyone. It is better to know going in that you are picking your own personal shade,

Research further.

Understand and admit that you do not know. Do your research about styles and products. It is inevitable to know everything in one or two sittings. Take the time to notice which products or ingredients are being mentioned multiple times. There are countless websites and blogs that will inform you to be a good consumer. It is important to discover a resource that speaks to your curiosity in a preferable manner. Find more than one professional, whether in a salon, spa or behind a counter. While with the professionals, be observant, ask questions, and learn tips. A good stylist will enjoy talking about products and keeping up with your progress. There are countless outlets, take advantage of the variety

Prices.

The cost of beauty products can make or break your style or regimen. When you take matters into your own hands or piggy bank. There are many coupons and reward point systems to purchase items. For the last five or so years, there have been companies develop that mail out samples like Birchbox and Ipsy to name a couple. You sign up, pay a small monthly / quarterly fee, and choose products that you prefer. The company will send other products that you may like based upon your first choices. Often customers get first use of new products with these companies. This also eliminates the hassle of returning or not being able to return items to a store.

Time

Getting the look we want exactly two hours before we leave the house is a delusion. The look you want to achieve will take practice. It is important to not only use your time wisely, but daily. This will get you accustomed to the look or regimen.