How to Be Beautiful, Fresh & Cute (Girls): 15 Steps (2024)

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Co-authored byMohiba Tareen, MD

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   Prepare your face for makeup. First, use a gentle facial cleanser to clean your face.^[1] Choose cleansers that are advertised as “gentle,” “pH-balanced,” or “fragrance-free.” These cleansers won't damage or dry out your skin.^[2] Next, use an oil-free lotion to moisturize your skin.

   • If necessary, use a pair of tweezers to shape your eyebrows before putting on makeup.
   • If you have problems with acne, use an oil-free acne cleanser to wash your face. Consider making an appointment with a dermatologist if your acne worsens or does not improve.^[3]
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   Create a fresh daytime look. Use natural tones and a light hand when applying makeup. First, apply a layer of tinted moisturizer to even out your skin tone. Next, enhance your features by applying a natural tone of blush to the apples of your cheeks, lining your lashes with brown mascara, and using a clear lipgloss.

   • Some people prefer to use BB Cream instead of tinted moisturizer. BB Cream has a slightly heavier coverage that smooths out any blemishes or wrinkles.^[4]
   • If you have a lot of blemishes and need a heavy coverage, use foundation instead of tinted moisturizer.
   • Make applying sunscreen a part of your daily makeup routine. Wearing sunscreen daily will help protect your skin from sun damage and keep your skin looking youthful for years to come.^[5]

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   Darken your makeup in the evening. You can either touch up your daytime makeup or apply makeup to a fresh face. After applying your foundation or tinted moisturizer, buff the apples of your cheeks with a natural tone of blush. Next, add some dramatic eye makeup and bold lipstick to finish the look. For example:

   • Add interest to your existing eyeshadow by darkening your creases with a black or dark brown. Blend the color onto your lids.
   • Choose a bright red lipstick to enhance your lips.
   • Use liquid eyeliner, dark eyeshadow, and mascara to create a cat eye look.
   

   Rihanna, Founder, Fenty Beauty

   Have fun and take risks with makeup. "Makeup is there for you to have fun with. It should never feel like pressure. It should never feel like a uniform. Feel free to take chances, and take risks, and dare to do something new or different."

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wikiHow Quiz: What Makeup Should I Wear?

Makeup can help you get creative, feel confident, and spice up your style. As long as you feel amazing, your makeup is doing its job. But still, everyone has a makeup look that’s just made for them. So how can you find a makeup look that matches your style and essence? We’ve created a quiz that can help you do just that. Plus, we’ve even included advice on how to find the best products for your signature style.

How long does your morning makeup ritual take?

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   Blow dry wet hair. First, separate your hair into sections using clips or hair ties. Blow dry each section separately, using a large hairbrush to pull the wet hair away from your head.^[6]

   • If you're worried about heat damage, apply a heat-protecting leave-in conditioner to your hair before drying it.^[7]
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   Use an aerosol dry shampoo on oily hair. If you're in-between washings or if your hair looks slightly oily, dry shampoo can be used to give your hair a fresh lift. First, shake the can of dry shampoo to incorporate the ingredients. Next, hold the can a few inches away from your scalp and spray the shampoo along your hairline. Separate your hair into several large sections and continue spraying your scalp.^[8]

   • After applying the dry shampoo, rub it into your hair using your fingertips and brush your hair again.
   • Dry shampoo can also come in a powder form. However, powdered dry shampoo is more difficult to apply and can leave a powdery residue in your hair.
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   Style your hair for school or work. Daytime hairstyles will usually be more relaxed than evening updos. Choose a style for your hair that makes you feel comfortable and cute. For example, if you're feeling lazy and relaxed, use a hair band to style your hair into an adorable top knot bun. Other examples of cute hair styles:

   • Apply pomade to the ends of short hair to add texture.
   • Tie your hair into a low knot to create a cute, effortless low bun.
   • Style your hair into an elegant side braid.
   • Pull your hair into a high, sleek pony tail.^[9]
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   Create an evening look. Whether you're going out with friends or going on a date, your evening hairstyle needs to add drama to your look. If you have long hair, you can style it into a beautiful updo or brush it out. Brush shorter hairstyles away from the face and spray them with hairspray to create a clean, sleek look.

   • Curl long or medium hair using a curling iron, a brush, and hair spray.
   • Straighten your hair with a straightening iron and a wide-toothed comb to create a sleek hairstyle.
   • Short hair can be curled with a small curling wand to create ringlets.

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   Figure out your “colors.” Everyone has colors that they look particularly good in. Find out which colors look good on you by figuring out your skin's undertones. First, look at the veins on the inside of your wrist. If these veins appear blue, your skin has cool undertones. If these veins appear green, your skin has warm undertones.^[10]

   • Cool undertones look best with silvers, blues, cool greens, greys, and other wintery colors.
   • Warm undertones look best with golds, rich greens, reds, and other earthy colors.
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   Dress for your body type. Wear clothing that makes your body shape look it's best. For example, if you have a pear body shape, wear shirts that accentuate the upper part of your body with patterns or frills. These shirts will balance out your figure and make you appear more curvaceous.

   • If you have an hourglass figure, wear clothing that accentuates the small part of your waist.
   • If you have an inverted triangle body type, wear clothing that gives volume to your hips. This clothing includes layered skirts and large belts.
   • If you have a rectangular or “ruler” body shape, wear short skirts and dresses that show off your legs.^[11]
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   Wear clothes that make you feel beautiful. If you feel attractive in your clothing, you will feel and look more confident.^[12] For example, if you like the way a particular skirt looks on you, wear it often. Alternatively, if you have a pair of pants that you feel weird in, don't wear them. You'll look as uncomfortable as you feel.

   • Avoid clothing that is physically uncomfortable. The discomfort will only grow as the day goes on.
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   Wear cute accessories. Accessories can make old, worn out outfits feel fresh and new again. Accessories are any part of your outfit that isn't clothing. Jewelry, scarves, handbags, and belts are all examples of accessories. When building your outfit, choose accessories that accentuate your clothing.^[13] For example:

   • Highlight the golden tones in a green dress by wearing a large gold bracelet.
   • Wear a chunky red necklace with a black and white shirt to create a bright contrast.
   • Enhance the simplicity of a shift dress by wearing several large rings.

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   Bathe yourself daily. Bathe or shower every day using mild soap, warm water, and a loofa or washcloth.^[14] People with very short hair, very oily hair, or who sweat a lot should wash their hair daily.^[15] Otherwise, wash your hair two or three times a week to keep your hair healthy.

   • If you wash your hair too often, you'll strip away helpful oils that make your hair shiny and soft.
   • If you have long hair, use a conditioner after shampooing to hydrate the ends of your hair.
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   Wear deodorant. There is no specific age at which you should start wearing deodorant. However, if you're concerned about your body odor and you want to smell fresh, consider applying deodorant after you shower. Read the directions on the back of the deodorant to see how it should be applied.

   • You can buy a stick of deodorant that is rubbed against your underarms or spray-on deodorant.
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   Brush your teeth. Brush your teeth at least twice a day to keep your teeth healthy and your breath fresh. Use a clean toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste to brush your teeth. Additionally, floss once a day to help prevent gum disease.^[16]

   • Avoid eating sugary foods to prevent cavities from forming on your teeth.
   • If you have any concerns about your teeth, visit your dentist.
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   Keep your nails clean. A part of looking fresh is having clean, well-groomed nails. First, wash your hands after using the bathroom, touching something dirty, or petting an animal. Use a small nail brush and soap to clean dirt out from under your nails. Alternatively, use a toothpick or small wooden wand to remove dirt from under your nails.

   • Keep your nails trimmed to avoid snagging them on your clothing or scratching yourself.
   • Paint your nails to add a pop of color to your look. Additionally, nail polish can hide any stubborn stains on your nails.

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• Pay attention to how your skin reacts to certain products. For some skin types (like mine), cleansers can cause more severe acne.
• Remember that the most really important thing is that you try and do your best! Staying positive is the key to success.
• Do whatever it is that makes you feel beautiful. Remember, everyone is beautiful in their own way.

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