Cosette's Beauty Pantry

Hello everyone! Applying your perfume is probably the fastest step in your beauty routine; a few sprays here and there, and you’re done. You may not even think about how to apply perfume, but you're probably  applying it the wrong way . Yes, there is in fact a right and a wrong way to apply your fragrance.  Here are some secrets to make your scents last: Apply perfume right after taking your shower Perfume is able to absorb better into the skin when it's warm and the pores are open. So it's a good idea to apply it post-shower once the skin is dry but still warm. Apply perfume after using an unscented body oil or lotion Dry skin doesn't hold perfume, as well as oily skin, does. The oilier your skin is, the better it holds scent.   So layer on an  unscented  body oil or lotion, and then apply your perfume. Make sure your deodorant is unscented too When you're wearing a perfume, stick with an unscented deodorant to make sure the different aromas don't clash. Try fr

Hello everyone! Unfortunately, this past week, I experienced some problems with my blogging platform. I was having trouble uploading pictures and editing text; for this reason, I was only able to publish two posts instead of three. But, do not worry! Luckily, I figured out what the problem was and, so far, everything seems to be back to normal! I have plenty of posts coming up, which I'm sure you'll enjoy reading. So, stay tuned! 😉 Here are the links to the two posts I did manage to publish: January 25, 2022 -  The many uses of hot water bottles January 28, 2022 -  Different types of nail files If you do not want to miss a post, you can  subscribe . Thank you for reading; come back tomorrow for a new post! 

Hello everyone! As we all know, a  nail file  is a tool used to gently grind down and shape the edges of nails. Nail files may be emery boards, ceramic, glass, crystal, plain metal files or metal files coated with corundum. The surface of a nail file is referred to as its  grit . The smaller the grit number is, the coarser a nail file is and vice versa. I’ve put together  a list of nail file types available  to help you select the best nail file for your nails. Emery board Emery boards are the most accessible nail files. Their biggest downfall is that they cannot be cleaned as their base is cardboard. Emery boards are available with different grit sizes. The   coarser side is used to file down the nails, whereas the finer side is used to shape them. Double-sided nail file These nail files have two grits, a lower and a higher grit. A double-sided emery board with a  180/240 grit , is strong enough to remove length but will not damage your nails. Anything less than 180 grit could da

Hello everyone! I'm a big fan of old-school hot water bottles. A hot water bottle can  save you energy and money  without sacrificing thermal comfort. That is only one of the reasons why I believe that a hot water bottle is a must-have in every household. These days hot water bottles come in all shapes and sizes.    Hot water bottles can be great for  keeping you warm , in addition, hot water bottles can be great for  helping you relax, relieve stress, ease aches and pains, and get a good night’s sleep.  All of these can be great for both your short and long term health. Here is the list of the top things you can do with a hot water bottle: Keep warm There are two main ways to keep warm with a hot water bottle. The first is by resting it on or close to your body, and the second is to use it to heat the inside of your bed or sleeping bag before entering. Improve sleep  For help getting to sleep, place a hot water bottle under your blanket at least 5 to 10 minutes before you intend t

Hello everyone! How was your week? Today is Sunday, which means: it's time for my  weekly blog recap ! In case you did not have time to read all three blog posts this week, here’s what you might have missed: January 17, 2022 -  DIY: Soothing and collagen-producing (vegan) face mask January 20, 2022 -  How to prevent chapped lips caused by wearing face masks   😷 January 22, 2022 -  Beauty hack | You need to put this on your lips! If you do not want to miss a post, you can  subscribe . Which blog post was your favourite?  Leave a comment below and let me know! Thank you for reading; come back tomorrow for a new post! 

Hello everyone! My previous post was about  preventing chapped lips caused by wearing face masks . This post is also all about lip care. This time I want to share a  beauty hack  with you! When it comes to  anti-ageing skincare , lips tend to be neglected. Ironically, lips are one of the first and most prominent areas that show signs of ageing. As we age, lips start losing volume and lines and wrinkles accumulate over time. If you're a smoker or someone with the habit of puckering your lips, wrinkles can form sooner than you think. The skin around the eyes and on the lips is very similar. In fact, you can find many eye-lip combo creams on the market. Both areas are made up of the  thinnest skin on the face . Because the skin is so thin, these areas also lack sebaceous glands. Since the skin on these areas doesn't produce any oil, both areas are more prone to dryness, which means that they’re also prone to showing signs of ageing faster than other parts of the face. Additionally

Hello everyone! The pandemic is still with us and, mandatory mask orders are still in effect in various countries. This means that millions of people are, potentially, suffering from skin problems caused by face masks. Related post:  Prevent (and treat) skin problems caused by face masks As we are covering up our mouths and noses to stop the spread of  Covid-19 , some of us are encountering new skin problems. We've all heard of “maskne” (mask-related acne).  Masks are important, but unfortunately, wearing them can cause a range of skin conditions. Wearing a face mask for long hours can cause dry, cracked, chapped lips that come about due to the environment inside. Like many things in life, if you can prevent your lips from getting chapped in the first place, you won’t have to suffer through the recovery process. Here are some tips to help prevent dry lips: Exfoliate your lips  with a soft toothbrush or a sugar scrub. Apply a lip mask   after exfoliating. Try an overnight lip mask