Lips

For a pretty and protected pout, use an SPF lip balm, blot, and outline your lips with natural colored lip liner.  Fill your lips by using a blending brush to spread the liner evenly – Apply 2 coats for a richer look.

One of our favorite beauty finds here at Fab & Fru has been Blistex Silk ‘n Shine lip balm.  For just a couple bucks, you get fabulous shine and SPF 15 coverage!  It is clear and subtly enhances your natural lip color.  I can’t tell you how many friends have stopped to ask me what I am wearing on my lips – and they are quite surprised to hear my beauty secret is Blistex!

TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN

For a healthy look year round, Christine encourages women of all ages to stick to a simple regimen to take of their skin.

Cleanse

Wash your face once a day with a mild cleanser.  Don’t over-do it!  If you’ve cleansed your skin well and removed all of your make-up before going to bed, you should only rinse your skin in the morning to help it retain its natural moisture.  I personally started getting a lot of complements on my skin after I started using Cetaphil daily cleanser –an inexpensive, high quality drugstore brand that really works.

Tone

Always use a toner after cleansing to keep your skin PH balanced.  Witch Hazel is a natural and inexpensive toner alternative!

Moisturize

Speaking of Cetaphil, Christine also loves their facial moisturizers for dry sensitive skin.  A local tip – she also raves about Brooklyn based Karen’s Body Beautiful Daytime Moisturizer Matte!

Facials

Christine encourages all of us to incorporate regular facials into our routine and budget.  Think of it as preventive healthcare.  Getting or giving yourself a facial every 1 to 3 months keeps your skin healthy and your pores smaller.  Plus, it is relaxing and makes you feel great!

If you’re a Fab & Fru make-up genius go to Elle’s Video Star and submit a how-to video with beauty tips!

Many thanks to Christine Herbeck for sharing her insider tips with us – more proof that looking pretty doesn’t have to put you in the poor house.  We’d love to hear from our readers – what are your favorite Fab & Fru beauty tips?  Write in to comments@fabandfru.com and let us know what you do to stay looking beautiful on a budget!

**Christine is a New York based Film & Fashion Make Up Artisit & Hair Stylist.  She also provides services to private clients for special events, private make up lessons, and hair cuts & color.  Email Christine for more info about her practice xtinebactine@gmail.com.

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