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How To: Get Long Hair Naturally - 10 Tips for Long, Strong Healthy Hair
Wondering how to get long hair naturally? How do you grow your hair? In this video Rachelle and Sam give you 10 tips to get those long locks naturally!
How To: Conceal knots on false eyelashes
We couldn't live without false eyelashes, especially when we're going out. After all, nighttime soirees or clubbing requires a hefty additional dosage of glamour, meaning brighter lipstick, smokier eyes, and more luscious lashes.
News: Barber Buzzes 'Last Supper' onto Man's Head
The Last Supper, or L'Ultima Cena, is a mural painted by Leonardo da Vinci in 1498. It is considered one of the greatest paintings of all time, and if you live in the San Antonio, Texas area, or are willing to travel, you can get it shaved into the back of your head.
How To: Create bouncy curls with a flat iron
In this video, we learn how to create bouncy curls with a flat iron. Start off by applying heat protector to your entire head of hair, then heat up your flat iron. Next, grab a small section of your hair (as small as you want to curls to be) and place the flat iron inside the top, then twist the iron 180 degrees and pull the hair straight down. When it reaches the bottom, the hair should be completely curled. To make a tighter curl, use smaller sections of hair and leave the iron in longer. C...
News: Glow-in-the-Dark Tattoos Hide During the Day, Come Out at Night
Want a tattoo that's daytime work-safe (invisible), but nighttime party-friendly (UV blacklight)? At first sight it may be hard to believe these tattoos are real, but in fact, they are. UV light tattoos are the perfect way to hide it from mom.
How To: Wear Converse sneakers with skinny jeans
In this video from carahamelie03 we learn how to wear your Converse with skinny jeans. First make sure your Converse are laced the right way. The laces should go up and through the holes downward toward the shoe. Unlace the first two holes on both shoes. Wear socks that go decently far up so the Converse won't push your socks down. Put your foot in the shoe and fold the bill down towards your toes and tie the laces under the bill. tuck the bow into the side of your shoe. If it's too tight, ma...
How To: Transfer a tattoo picture to skin
For really ornate tattoos, or for artists with limited skill, a transfer can be a life-saver. This how-to video shows how to transfer the desired image of a tattoo from a piece of paper that is easy to sketch on to the skin where it can then be traced with a tattoo gun. You will need grease proof cooking paper and a felt tip pen. Watch this video tattoo tutorial and learn how to transfer an image temporarily onto skin.
How To: Reduce the size of a t-shirt
If you've ever wondered how to resize a T-Shirt to a smaller perfect fit, then follow these simple steps presented by Stacey from Sewing Republic. To shrink down your T-Shirt, follow theses steps: You will need an oversized shirt, a smaller shirt to use as a pattern and your sewing machine. 1. Turn both shirts inside out, and lay the fitted shirt on top. 2. Fold the sleeves back and pin the shirts together. 3. Trace around the fitted shirt with a fabric marking pen. Add 1/2 inch for your seam...
How To: Insert double flared plugs and tunnels into ears
Double flared plugs are everywhere these days. So...how do I put them in?
How To: Treat & cure acne spots
The first step to treating acne spots is to start with a good skin care regiment to help prevent acne from happening in the first place. The regiment consists of cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing, and protecting (which is the sun protection factor). Protecting is very important because the sun is very strong and can add to build up and make acne worse. To treat specific acne spots a glycolic or salicylic serum is recommended. These can be purchased from a beauty store or professional that ...
How To: Treat & cure acne with the honey home remedy
Honey, as a treatment for acne, acts as a natural antibiotic to kill the impurities in the skin. Use honey to treat acne with tips from a professional makeup artist in this free instructional video on skin care. Honey is a good home remedy for treating acne and softening skin!
How To: Tie a silk scarf
In this tutorial, we learn how to tie a silk scarf. The first way to do this is to place the scarf on you with the sides facing down, then push both back and let drape on the shoulders. The next way is to let the sides drape down, then tie them together in the center of your body to wear with a large coat. Another way to tie this is to fold it into a rectangle, then wrap it around the neck and place one half into the other, then pull up to the neck. Any of these ways will look great and can g...
How To: Get rid of cold sores
Looking to get rid of that cold sore once and for all? Blisters on your mouth can be embarrassing, but you can get rid of cold sores quickly with these remedies.
How To: Fold a bandana for an urban look
Learn how to fold bandanas for that cool biker or urban look. This video will show you how to fold a bandana to wear on the head or as a sweatband.
How To: Create a Japanese Gyaru hair look
Japanese Gyaru girls dress up like little girls or dollies. It's a popular look that's definitely easier to wear than some of Japan's other fashion trends, like Goth Lolita or Ganguro.
How To: Style trendy "scene" bangs
"Scene" bangs is just a fancy way of saying cool-looking, hipster bangs. You can't rock the hipster trend the way it was meant to be rocked if you only have the skinny jeans, loose organic cotton top, and bangles, right?
How To: Get Rid of Dry Skin with Fruit Facial
Today's pollution, hectic lifestyle, inadequate sleep and no time for pampering can leave your skin lackluster resulting in drying skin and making dry skin drier ultimately causing the early appearance of wrinkles and aging. A good fruit facial helps relax your skin from deep inside and the proper messaging gives it a rosy glow by increasing blood circulation imparting your face with a luminous glow. These are even better because they are natural and chemical free unlike the artificial facial...
How To: Get voluminous big Victoria's Secret curls using steam rollers
What girl doesn't want Victoria's Secret hair? You know what we're talking about, ladies: Big, voluminous curls that look undone but not too messy and always goddess-like. It's the type of hair most celebrities wear on the covers of magazines and the most requested hairstyle in salons.
How To: Make DIY prosthetic horns, tentacles, and nose tips
Most girls dress up only one way during Halloween: With a suitably colored bra (green for a leprechaun, pink for a bunny, for instance) and teeny mini skirt in a matching shade, plus some sort of headpiece so people don't just think they're hookers.
How To: Style & Put Your Hair in a Bandana Retro Pin-Up Style
In order to create a pin-up Rosy the Riveter look with a bandana, you will need the following: hairspray, bobby pins, round brush, wax or smoothing cream, a bandana, and a curling iron. Once you've got all of that, follow along with Kandee Johnson's video guide below.
How To: Make a French Knot Hairstyle the Easy Way
Your craving to flaunt new hairstyles is a never-ending one, so here's something to meet your need. Try this French knot hairstyle!
How To: Keep Your Fitted Caps Fresh
This tutorial is for all fitted fanatics like me out there. I’ve been wearing fitted caps and snapbacks since I was in elementary school, and it has become a part of who I am. However, I also know that fitted caps and snapbacks are expensive, especially those from brand name companies such as New Era. That is why it is important to me to make sure that my hats remain wearable and stylish as long as possible. The following are some steps I take to make sure that my hats don’t become too dirty,...
How To: Wear Hijab Step by Step
Here is hijab style step by step guide for girls who don't know how to wear Hijab
How To: Fix a Snagged Thread in Your Favorite Sweater
You just bought a new loose-knit sweater, slipped it on, and your ring, earring, smartwatch, or even your fingernail snagged a piece of thread yanking an entire loop loose in the fabric. It's happened to me more times than I can remember, and if you cut that eyesore away you're asking for trouble. However, there is a quick way to fix it while maintaining the longevity of your sweater—without giving money to your dry cleaner. Begin by assessing the size of your sweater's damage; is the snagged...
How To: Tune or setup of a tattoo machine for lining & shading
This video shows you how to setup a tattoo machine to do lining and shading. Make sure the armature bar and front spring has about a 4mm gap. Once that is on, set it to about a 30-degree angle. Next with the contact spring you need to set the armature bar and the tool should be set to about 2mm. A good way to check this is with a dime. Now as long as the tattooing machine runs and sounds correctly you are all set to go. For shading, the throw on the armature bar should be 3-4mm--just a little...
How To: Insert and remove a menstrual cup
This menstrual hygiene video offers information on the insertion and removel of wearing a menstrual cup, the latest method in menstrual/period protection. Menstrual cups provide an alternative to potentially unhealthy and wasteful methods of feminine hygiene such as the tampon or sanitary napkin. Follow along with this feminine hygiene video and learn how to properly insert and remove a menstrual cup.
How To: Use a Bidet Properly
This short animated clip gives you all the tools and instructions you need to learn to use a bidet properly. Bidets are pretty common fixtures in Europe, and if you've ever been befuddled by operating one, this video makes it clear what you should do. Do your business, turn the spray on, and clean your areas as needed. You'll be leaving the bathroom feeling clean and as fresh as a daisy.
How To: Get longer and healthier hair with natural remedies
If you were blessed with a natural mane bursting with shine, volume, and movement like those chicks in Pantene commercials, then we don't like you. Just kidding, but if that is your lot then you really don't have to check out this tutorial.
How To: Make Shaded Red and White Nail Art - Tutorial
This is a perfect nail art tutorial for beginners. Watch this video to know how you can make red heart on a pink color nail. Its a beautiful design for valentines day or any speacial occassion for your love. It is as simple as snap.
How To: Use glue free quick weaves
This tutorial video will help you learn how to apply the infamous "Glue-Free Quickweave" Technique. No need for stocking caps, end wraps, wrapping paper. Hair is 100% protected from bonding glue and adhesives.
How To: Create anime eyes with makeup
Michelle Phan brings you this fun tutorial on creating anime eye makeup. For those who desire to look like an anime character. Great for halloween, or just a cute anime look.
How To: Style easy loose curls
Using some heat protecting spray, a large-barreled curling iron, and a hair clip, you should be able to make easy loose curls very simply. If your hair does not usually hold curls well, you can perhaps just shampoo your hair and not condition it. Using this technique, we are shown how to make large, loose curls, especially more towards the ends of your hair by curling the iron carefully around your hair from the outside going in, using a smaller iron if you have shorter hair. This technique w...
How To: Do Your Makeup Like Ariana Grande
Ariana Grande's makeup always slays. Her plump pink pout and heavy black eyeliner stands out no matter what. Let me know what you think!
How To: Look Super Hot with Makeup
This is a tutorial on my personal makeup that I wear on a daily basis. I like the super defined lips and eyes with warm, bronze-ish skin. In my opinion, this look will make anyone look "super hot." Let me know what you think!
How To: Do Your Make-Up Just Like Kylie Jenner
Do you want to do your make-up to stand out just like Kylie? Do want those big Kylie lips? Video: .
How To: Curl your hair w/o curlers, curling irons & rollers
You know what they say, when you have straight hair, you want curly and vice-versa. I have wavy hair, so I crave curly AND straight. Here's a simple and inexpensive way to curl your hair. No curling iron or hot rollers needed. Your hair is less damaged and more healthy looking.
How To: Remove Body Hair Permanently
After 2 months of trial, I'm finally here to tell you a secret that WORKS!! A permanent hair removal secret from Burma - for natural hair removal permanently!
How To: Remove blackheads
In this video, we learn how to remove blackheads with Lisa Rhodes. Blackheads are a common problem that occur when dirt and bacteria get trapped underneath the skin. The best way to remove these blackheads from your skin comedone extractors, which is a metal stick with a hole at the end. It applies even skin around the blackhead when you are extracting. This is safer than using your fingers, because your fingers tend to damage the hair follicle, which leads to acne bumps or a larger pore. thi...
How To: Fix false lashes when the ends detach
In this tutorial, we learn how to fix false lashes when the ends detach. First, when you are applying glue to the lashes, make sure you get the end corners so you can prevent them detaching. If this does happen, use a small stick from a beauty supply store and place some eyelash glue onto the tip. After this, place the glue onto the part that has become detached. Push it down so it sticks onto the skin securely, then use some black eyeliner to cover up any glue marks that you may have made. T...
How To: Easy Beard Routine
Hey Guys, in this video I will share with you my 3 easy steps to daily beard grooming and maintenance!