New Year's Eve is an opportunity to attend the best parties of the year,
but even more importantly, it's a time to look back on the previous
year and make some changes for the new year ahead. How you approach your
hair and makeup for New Year's Eve should correspond to your mental
outlook for the new year by an equally new representation of your
physical self in hair, makeup and clothing. Set aside enough time to
transform yourself completely, and step out of your house looking like a
new you. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
- Search the Internet for current hair and makeup styles.
Choose a hairstyle that suits the shape of your face and that will work
with your hair type. Print the photo. Choose a makeup look that will be
easy to maintain for any New Year's celebrations and parties to which
you are invited, print the picture and make a list of the makeup you
will need to acquire the look.
- Schedule an appointment with your hair stylist to have your hair cut and
styled. Take the picture of the hairstyle you're considering. Discuss
the style with your stylist and remain open to suggestions. Pay
attention while your hair is being styled, and ask questions. What
products is your stylist using, and how much? What tools is he using,
and how? Make a list of the items you'll need to achieve the same look
at home.
- Purchase styling products, tools and makeup. If you can afford the salon
brands and want to pay the extra money, have the stylist help you
choose what to buy. Otherwise, armed with your list, stop at a discount,
drug or department store to shop for your purchases.
- Begin getting ready for New Year's Eve early in the evening. Take a long, relaxing shower and visualize how you want to look.
- Style your hair. Use the same techniques, products and tools your
hairdresser used. Take time to perfect the look, and use an ample amount
of hairspray or gel to maintain the style all night.
- Apply your makeup. Refer to the photo you printed. Apply a little extra
eyeliner, mascara and lipstick for a dressier, evening look.
- Step out with confidence. Others' perception of your beauty is based, in
large part, in how you perceive yourself. Accept compliments graciously
with a simple, "Thank you," and return them. Most of all, enjoy the
first evening of the New Year and the "New You."
