Summer vacation is the perfect time to change up your look so you can start the new school year with a new look. You can make a significant change in your appearance in the summer by arranging the contents of your wardrobe to suit your style, taking care of your hair and skin, and practicing how to apply makeup. In addition, you also need to get used to living a healthy life so that you can look your best, and build self-confidence to complement your appearance changes.
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Method 1 of 4: Expressing Your Style
Step 1. Clean the wardrobe and get rid of the clothes you don't like
Take out the entire wardrobe and try on all your clothes one by one. Look at how you look in the mirror to determine if you like the clothes you are wearing. Save the stuff that makes you look cool and donate the stuff you don't want.
Wearing clothes that make you feel cool will help boost your confidence, so that people will be more attracted to you
Variation:
Instead of donating unwanted clothes, try swapping clothes with your friends. This way you can get new clothes.
Step 2. Buy clothes and accessories that show your own style
Look for items that match the style and appearance you like. In addition, choose clothes and accessories that relate to your hobbies and interests. This will help you express your personality through style.
- For example, you can look for a leather jacket if you want to look edgy or look like a rock fan. Similarly, you can buy clothes with pictures of your favorite music group or jerseys for your favorite sports team if you like to exercise.
- You don't have to spend a lot of money to fill your closet with the right style. Look for discounts and shop for clothes at thrift stores to find bargains.
Step 3. Make clothes that make you feel cool
When you're shopping for the new school year, try each item you want to buy to make sure it fits your style. Buy something that brings out the best in your body and makes you feel cool. After that, organize the contents of your wardrobe so that the clothes you like are easy to pick up.
It's better to have a few cool-looking clothes on than a pile of plain-looking clothes
Tips:
Choose clothes that you want to wear for a week every Sunday night so that it's easy to get them out when you want to wear them. Hang your clothes in the front of the wardrobe for easy taking.
Method 2 of 4: Taking Care of Your Hair, Skin and Teeth
Step 1. Choose a hairstyle that matches your hair type and makes your face look more charming
Find a hairstyle that best suits your hair type, whether it's straight, wavy, curly, or messy. Then, consider which style best fits your face shape. Take a picture of the desired hairstyle to a hairdresser.
- If you choose a style that matches your hair type, it will be easier for you to maintain that style.
- If you're not sure what style will suit you, ask a hairstylist for the opinion. Listen to his advice!
Variation:
For a more dramatic change, dye your hair! Color the entire section of hair, add highlights, or go for an ombre style. If you do it at home, choose a color that is not much different from your original hair color.
Step 2. Use a hair mask to make your hair stronger and shinier
Put on a hair mask, then wrap your hair in plastic. Next, put a warm towel around your head. Allow the mask to soak into the hair for 10 minutes or according to the instructions for use. Finally, rinse your hair with shampoo to get rid of the mask residue.
- You can buy hair masks online or at beauty product stores.
- For an easier option, you can apply mayonnaise, olive oil, or coconut oil as a hair mask.
Step 3. Wash your face twice a day to keep it clean
Wash your face with warm water. Then, apply a gentle cleanser to your fingertips and massage your face. Rinse off the cleanser with warm water, then pat dry skin with a clean towel. Do this every morning and evening before going to bed.
Look for cleansers specially formulated for your skin type, such as dry, normal, oily, or acne-prone
Tips:
Use a face scrub or facial cleanser with an exfoliator one or two times a week. Massage the cleansing product in circular motions, then rinse your face thoroughly. This will get rid of dead skin cells and brighten the skin.
Step 4. Moisturize your face after washing it
Use a day cream that contains SPF in the morning. At night, apply a thicker moisturizer or night cream after washing your face. This will help you have a brighter and smoother skin.
- If you have oily or acne-prone skin, choose a product specially formulated for that skin type. For example, some types of moisturizer contain anti-acne substances that can help you get clear skin.
- If you have dry skin, you may need to use a thicker cream to keep your skin moisturized.
Tips:
If you have acne, apply an anti-acne cream to the affected area of your face to help get rid of the pimple.
Step 5. Apply body moisturizer after shower so that your skin is soft and smooth
Choose body butter or moisturizing cream for best results. After that, apply the product of your choice after bathing. This will keep the skin moist so your skin looks smoother and softer. Repeat this method once a day after bathing.
It's best to take a warm bath so your skin doesn't dry out. Hot water can strip the skin of moisture so that the skin becomes dry
Step 6. Use a darkening product if you want to appear with darker skin
Darkening your skin can make your skin glow and make you look thinner. Choose a product whose color is not much different from your natural skin tone. After that, apply the darkening product thinly and evenly all over the skin. Wait for the product to dry before you put your clothes back on.
- Read and follow the instructions on the product packaging.
- If you already have dark skin, look for products that make your skin glow, such as lightening products specifically for dark skin.
Step 7. Brush your teeth twice a day with a whitening toothpaste
Oral hygiene is very important to keep your teeth strong, healthy and bright. To make your smile more beautiful, you should choose a toothpaste that contains whitening agents. Then, brush your teeth every morning and night.
Visit your regular dentist for regular dental cleanings and checkups to keep your teeth healthy
Tips:
Floss your teeth before brushing them at night. This method will clean between the teeth and the area under the gums.
Step 8. Practice using a variety of makeup techniques if you're wearing one
Makeup can enhance your natural beauty when worn. Watch how to put on makeup online or through magazines to learn new techniques. After that, practice putting on makeup until you're good at it.
- For example, you can try showing smoky eyes or contouring your face.
- You don't need to wear makeup to be beautiful. So don't worry if you don't like wearing it.
Warning:
Make sure you are allowed to wear makeup to school.
Step 9. Adjust the shape of your eyebrows to better match your face shape
Eyebrows can drastically change the look of your face. Visit a professional to get your brows done, or do your own brows at home with a tweezer. If you have thick eyebrows, use an eyebrow pencil to set the shape.
Maintain the shape of the eyebrows by grooming them once a week. This will keep your eyebrows in good shape
Method 3 of 4: Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle
Step 1. Exercise for 30 minutes every day 5-7 times a week
Exercising every day can help you maintain a healthy weight, increase your energy, and improve your mood. Choose the type of exercise that you like so that it is easy to do every day. After that, exercise for 30 minutes a day at least five times a week.
For example, you could try walking, running, joining a sports team, taking dance lessons, or taking gymnastics moves via video
Step 2. Eat a healthy diet made with fresh ingredients and clean protein
You don't have to go on an extreme diet to look cool. However, focus on eating healthy foods for the body. Fill half your meal with fresh ingredients, meal with low-fat protein, and meal with complex carbohydrates. This will help you feel better and keep your body healthy.
For example, eat an omelet made of egg whites and vegetables along with fruit for breakfast, tuna and green vegetables with tomatoes and cucumbers for lunch, and grilled chicken with sweet potatoes and stir-fried vegetables for dinner
Step 3. Limit the consumption of frozen foods and snacks as they are not nutritious
Frozen foods and sugary snacks will add extra calories without the added nutrition. Don't be afraid to stay away from these foods even if you like them. You can still eat it in reasonable portions so that your diet is balanced.
For example, you can eat your favorite snack on the weekends
Method 4 of 4: Building Confidence
Step 1. Stand up straight so you look confident
When you appear confident, you will look more attractive. To show confidence, straighten your back, back your shoulders, and lift your chin so that you appear to be looking straight ahead. When you pass people, give the sweetest smile and make eye contact for 1-2 seconds.
You don't need to feel confident. If you pretend to be confident, people will think so too
Step 2. Use motivational words to boost your self-confidence
You certainly think about many things every day, some of which can be negative. Get rid of negative thoughts that arise and replace them with positive or neutral things. In addition, you can also repeat some motivational words throughout the day.
- For example, you might think, "I look disgusting today." Replace those thoughts with “I did my best today and that's the most important thing” or “I may seem uncool, but I will do my best today”.
- You can use motivational words, such as “I am good enough”, “I always try to do my best”, and “This is a good day to feel happy”.
Step 3. Monitor the progress of the changes made so that you remember that you are extraordinary
Focus on the things that make you feel more confident. Make a list of your best qualities and accomplishments. Whenever you make a new achievement, add it to the list. Check this list regularly so you remember that you are awesome.
For example, you might write something like “My essay got first place”, “Elected to be a student council member”, “Started learning to play the guitar”, and “Helping animals at the shelter.”
Tips
- Read magazines for style inspiration. Pay attention to current trends, then determine if they are right for you.
- Practice applying make-up and styling your hair until it's easy for you.
- Visit a makeup seller at your nearest beauty shop or supermarket to learn how to use it, as well as find the right product for you. While you're there, ask for a sample of the product so you can try it out for free.
- Don't try to be someone else. Make sure that your goal is to be yourself.
